Staff Attorney: SSI/SSDI & Public Benefits Advocate

National Legal Aid & Defender Association; Berkeley (CA); Vor Ort; USD 84.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

FSA

Zusammenfassung

Homeless Action Center in Berkeley, CA seeks a Staff Attorney to represent clients in SSI/SSDI and CAPI benefits applications and appeals through all stages, including potential federal court review. You will manage a 40‑case docket, track deadlines in Prevail, and coordinate with medical providers to support eligibility and access to housing and health care.

The position requires knowledge of Social Security law, strong writing, empathetic client interaction, and commitment to trauma‑informed,

Qualifikationen

• Be or become competent in Social Security law.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to interview clients, assess eligibility, and manage caseload.

Aufgaben

• Represent clients in SSI/SSDI and CAPI applications and appeals.
• Prepare and file petitions, briefs, and supporting documents for hearings.
• Maintain case files and calendar deadlines in case management systems.
• Coordinate with medical providers and transport for appointments.
• Provide legal advice and referrals for related benefits want to obtain housing/healthcare.

Kenntnisse

Social Security law

Microsoft Office Suite

Client counseling

Tools

Prevail

Outlook

SharePoint

Jobbeschreibung

Homeless Action Center in Berkeley, CA seeks a Staff Attorney to represent clients in SSI/SSDI and CAPI benefits applications and appeals through all stages, including potential federal court review. You will manage a 40‑case docket, track deadlines in Prevail, and coordinate with medical providers to support eligibility and access to housing and health care.

The position requires knowledge of Social Security law, strong writing, empathetic client interaction, and commitment to trauma‑informed,