Public Interest

New York City, NY, United States

Paralegal Casehandler, Emergency Response Team (ERT)

Legal Staff

Full-time

No

Organization The Legal Aid Society Department City-wide Job Information - Role: Paralegal Casehandler, Emergency Response Team (ERT) - Salary: $60,033 - $91,932 - Experience: Not specified - Education: Paralegal certificate, Bachelor's degree, or in-house training course - Language: Proficiency in languages other than English is desirable, but not required - Deadline: 3:00 PM EST on 2024-12-19 - Location: Brooklyn, Bronx, Manhattan, or Queens Neighborhood Office Responsibilities: - Provide direct assistance to clients in the benefits area - Interview and assess clients for representation - Work with attorneys to resolve government benefits issues - Obtain rent arrears payments and other rental arrears relief - Advocate with various agencies regarding government benefits - Handle a high volume of individual cases and respond to the needs of community-based organizations - Off-site work and evening hours as needed - Other duties as assigned Qualifications: - Paralegal certificate, Bachelor's degree, or satisfactory completion of a comprehensive in-house training course appropriate to practice area - Excellent writing, verbal, organizational, and computer skills - Able to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team and manage a high volume of cases - Commitment to protecting the rights of low-income clients - Experience in and/or commitment to advocacy on behalf of low-income people and immigrants is strongly desired - Experience assisting people in crisis is desirable - Proficiency in languages other than English is desirable, but not required Salary Transparency: - Salary range: $60,033 - $91,932 - Specific salary offers will be dependent on candidate qualifications and collectively bargained salary steps for unionized roles Salary and Benefits: - Generous benefits package including health insurance, paid vacation, disability, and life insurance - Salaries for unionized jobs are governed by the Collective Bargaining Agreement - Salary and benefits information will be available to applicants when and if an offer is made - Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness and other State and Federal loan forgiveness programs - New York residents may be eligible for assistance from the state for loan repayments Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: - Work culture of zealous advocacy, respect, diversity and inclusion, client-oriented defense, access to justice, and excellent representation - Building a strong professional relationship with each client and understanding their diverse circumstances and needs Work Authorization: - Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship for a work visa or permit - LAS is unable to sponsor employment visas or permits - LAS will provide a letter documenting employment status for citizens of Canada and Mexico who need to obtain a TN visa How to Apply: - All applications must be completed online - Paper submissions are not accepted - Visit the Careers Page for current job postings and application instructions - For technical difficulties or questions, email Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer: - Prohibits discriminatory employment actions and treatment based on race, color, size, religion, alienage or citizenship status, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, marital status, relationship and family structure, genetic information, military status, domestic violence victim status, arrest or pre-employment conviction record, credit history, unemployment status, caregiver status, salary history, or any other characteristic protected by law H1: Paralegal Casehandler, Emergency Response Team (ERT) at The Legal Aid Society H2: Join Our Team and Make a Difference in the Lives of Low-Income Families The Legal Aid Society is seeking Paralegal Casehandlers to join our Emergency Housing Response Teams in Brooklyn, Bronx, Manhattan, and Queens Neighborhood Office. These critical roles involve providing immediate assistance to low-income families facing eviction, with the goal of preventing homelessness and stabilizing families in partnership with social services agencies. As a Paralegal Casehandler, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those in crisis, while working as an integral member of our legal team. Responsibilities: - Provide direct assistance to clients in the benefits area - Interview and assess clients for representation - Work with attorneys to resolve government benefits issues - Obtain rent arrears payments and other rental arrears relief - Advocate with various agencies regarding government benefits - Handle a high volume of individual cases and respond to the needs of community-based organizations - Off-site work and evening hours as needed - Other duties as assigned Qualifications: - Paralegal certificate, Bachelor's degree, or satisfactory completion of a comprehensive in-house training course appropriate to practice area - Excellent writing, verbal, organizational, and computer skills - Able to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team and manage a high volume of cases - Commitment to protecting the rights of low-income clients - Experience in and/or commitment to advocacy on behalf of low-income people and immigrants is strongly desired - Experience assisting people in crisis is desirable - Proficiency in languages other than English is desirable, but not required Salary Transparency: - Salary range: $60,033 - $91,932 - Specific salary offers will be dependent on candidate qualifications and collectively bargained salary steps for unionized roles Salary and Benefits: - Generous benefits package including health insurance, paid vacation, disability, and life insurance - Salaries for unionized jobs are governed by the Collective Bargaining Agreement - Salary and benefits information will be available to applicants when and if an offer is made - Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness and other State and Federal loan forgiveness programs - New York residents may be eligible for assistance from the state for loan repayments Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: -

resume cover letter salary transparency the posting reflects the range of potential salaries for the role. (however, for citizens of canada and mexico, las will provide a letter documenting employment status that is needed to obtain a tn visa. for technical difficulties or questions regarding this posting, please email jobpostquestions@legal-aid. for technical difficulties or questions regarding this posting, please email jobpostquestions@legal-aid.org

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Hiring Coordinator
The Legal Aid Society.
199 Water Street
New York City, NY 10038