Immigration Paralegal: Advocate for New Americans

CCAB South; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 42,498 - 59,498; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) savings plan

Generous time off

Job summary

CCAB South in Boston is looking for a Paralegal to support immigration legal services for migrant and refugee families. This role involves managing a caseload, conducting client interviews, and preparing legal documentation under attorney supervision.

Qualified candidates will have a relevant degree, experience with immigrant populations, and strong communication skills. Benefits include a 403(b) savings plan and competitive time off.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, or associate degree with relevant experience.
• 1-2 years working with immigrant or refugee populations.
• Proficiency in MS Office and database systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of 35-50 clients under supervision of attorney.
• Provide legal guidance to clients.
• File required paperwork with USCIS.

Skills

Sensitivity in working with survivors of abuse, trauma, or violence

Strong writing skills

Excellent administrative skills

Cultural competence and responsiveness

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or associate degree with 3-5 years relevant experience

Tools

MS Office

LawLogix/Edge

Virtual meeting tools

Job description

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30 to 40 Hours Full-Time 275 West Broadway, South Boston, MA, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1543

Salary Range: $30.85 To $43.19 Hourly

About Us

Catholic Charities Boston is a leading provider of comprehensive emergency assistance and long-term economic empowerment for families and individuals. Rooted in a faith mission, we welcome people regardless of faith and circumstance. We address key issues facing our communities, providing food, shelter, resources, affordable childcare, and advocacy while creating pathways to job and housing security. Our goal is to break the cycle of poverty by helping individuals and families overcome immediate crises and build sustainable futures.

Paralegal, Immigration Legal Services servesimmigrant and refugee families and individuals who are arriving to Massachusetts. Paralegals work under the supervision of seasoned immigration attorneys whorepresentindividuals with a wide range of humanitarian andfamily-basedimmigration case matters.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage a caseload of 35-50 clients undersupervisionof attorney.
• Providelegal guidance to clients with attorney supervision.
• Meet withclients to conduct intake, prepare applications or petitions, and collect evidence or supporting documentation.
• File required paperwork with USCIS and/or State Department once an attorney has reviewed and approved the application.
• Conduct legal research as relevant or requested by attorneys.
• Provide support to attorney(s)oncomplex cases.
• Adhere to internal case management policies and procedures.
• Stay abreast of changes in immigration law, executive orders, policydirectivesand related issues affecting clients.
• Perform administrative tasks,maintaincomplete andaccurateclient records, keep detailed case notes, andutilizeprogram management software (LawLogix/Edge).
• Track and prepare case statistics, client stories, and other program-related data as requested bysupervisor.
• Participate in community outreach and education activities including immigration group processing workshops.
• Work is performed in an office setting with prolonged periods of sitting and frequent use of computers and other standard office equipment.
• Local travel as needed to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Other related responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree or associatedegree with 3-5 years relevant experiencerequired. Education or professional work experience earned outside of the U.S. may be considered.
• Minimum 1-2 experience of working with immigrant or refugee populations.
• Consular processing experience.
• Sensitivity in working with survivors of abuse, trauma,violenceor war isrequired. Experience with providing trauma-informed care and services is preferred.
• Demonstrated cultural competence and responsiveness, commitment to racial justice and equity, and ability to work effectively inmulticulturaland multilingual workplace with diverse client populationrequired.
• Strong writing,proofreadingand verbal communication skills.
• Excellent administrative, data collection,keyboardingand computer skills with keen attention to detailrequired.
• Highproficiencywith useof technology including MS Office, e-learning and webinars, databasesystemsand virtual meeting tools.
• Ability toestablishand maintain a positive and professional relationship with co-workers,clientsand community.
• Access to reliablevehicleor public transportation for work travel isrequired.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bilingual in English, Haitian Creole, Spanish or Vietnamese

Our benefits are competitive and include a 403(b) savings plan and generous time off (benefits may vary based on position and scheduled hours).

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The base pay range reflects what Catholic Charities reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this role at the time of posting and may be modified from time to time. Actual compensation in this range may be determined based on other factors, including but not limited to work experience, education and specialty training.