Legal Assistant will work on a team to provide unaccompanied children “know your rights” presentations at shelters, individual intakes, pre-court counseling sessions, and representation in front of the immigration court, family court, and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. The position includes extensive client contact with children, including indigenous children and children who have suffered abuse, abandonment, neglect or other emotional and physical trauma including providing interactive youth-friendly rights presentations, legal intakes, and follow up interviews. The position also includes substantial administrative work including file management, data entry, and referral services, as well as supporting the attorneys with their legal casework.
This is an immediate opening. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, and applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The Florence Project’s main office is based in Florence, but the position is based in our satellite office in Phoenix, with travel to Florence and Tucson as needed. Salary is $30,000. Benefits include a limited mileage reimbursement, medical, dental, vision as well as generous vacation and leave policy.
Requirements
Fluency in Spanish is required. We are seeking applicants who have a demonstrated commitment to immigration, social justice, or human rights issues with excellent interpersonal skills who enjoy working in a collaborative, client-centered law office environment. Must be flexible and a team player. Prior experience working with teenagers and prior office administrative experience are pluses. Must have drive and have reliable transportation.
How to apply
Application Process
To apply, please send a cover letter and a resume with 3 references to jobs@firrp.org. The Florence Project recognizes the value of diversity in the workplace and strongly encourages applications from people of color, LGBTQ individuals, individuals with disabilities and members of under-represented or disadvantaged communities. This position is contingent on funding.