Legal Assistant / Immigration Case Worker - Afghan

Somali Bantu Association of America; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Somali Bantu Association of America is seeking an Immigration Case Worker / Legal Assistant - Afghan to support Afghan refugees navigating the immigration system. You will conduct outreach, assess needs, develop service plans, and connect clients to free legal resources for resettlement and integration.

Required fluency in Dari and Pashto, transportation, and availability for 40 hours per week; no overtime. Bachelor's degree in a related field and refugee experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or a related field.
• Experience with refugee populations or immigration case management preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities; ability to work independently and in a team.
• Fluency in Dari and Pashto or other relevant languages preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop outreach strategies to connect Afghan clients with free legal aid.
• Conduct assessments and create individualized service plans for clients.
• Connect clients to resettlement resources and services.
• Provide advocacy and guidance as clients navigate immigration processes.
• Maintain accurate case notes and documentation.
• Collaborate with partners to ensure comprehensive client support.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or related field

Job description

Immigration Case Worker / Legal Assistant - Afghan

Job Type: Full Time or 90 Day Contract

Location: Somali Bantu Association of America

Salary Range: $20 to $30 per hour, Dependent on Experience (DOE)

Job Overview

As an Immigration Case Worker / Legal Assistant - Afghan at Somali Bantu Association of America, you will play a vital role in providing support and guidance to Afghan refugees as they navigate the complex immigration system. You will be responsible for extensive outreach to local Afghan community populations conducting assessments, developing individualized service plans, and connecting clients to free legal resources and services to support their resettlement and integration. Must be fluent in Dari and Pashto and have transportation. Must have immediate availability for 40 hours per week. No overtime allowed.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Lead Immigration Attorney and staff to create an outreach strategy to bring in Afghan clients for free legal aid.
• Conduct assessments to determine client needs and develop individualized service plans
• Connect clients to resources and services to support their resettlement and integration
• Provide advocacy, support, and guidance to clients as they navigate the complex immigration system
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case notes and documentation
• Collaborate with the USCRI Office and any other immigration related translation service providers and community partners to ensure clients receive comprehensive support

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or a related field
• Previous experience working with refugee populations and/or in immigration case management
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Fluency in Somali, Dari, Arabic or other relevant languages preferred

Somali Bantu Association of America follows Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) guidelines and does not inquire about criminal backgrounds during the hiring process.

If you are passionate about supporting Afghan refugees and helping them navigate the immigration system.