Catholic Charities - Immigration Case Manager/ Paralegal
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Baton Rouge is seeking a full time Immigration Case Manager/Paralegal ("CMP") has an essential role in the function of the Immigration Legal Services program of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Baton Rouge. The CMP will support the Managing and Staff Attorneys in representing the immigrant population. This position requires maintaining external relationships and representing the agency to the public, as such it requires a polished business-like demeanor and professional appearance, which excludes unnatural hair color, conspicuous body art and facial piercings.
Minimum Qualifications:
Associate degree, paralegal certification, or other relevant degree. Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of educational requirements.
Fluency in English and Spanish is required.
At least 2 years’ experience in a non-profit, immigration or social service setting preferred.
Valid Driver’s license, reliable personal transportation, and current proof of vehicle insurance required.
Completion of background checks such as driving record, criminal record, and sex offense registry, state and local police records, or national sources such as FBI and E-Verify as required by funding agencies or determined necessary by Catholic Charities and results must be satisfactory to CCDBR, its representatives, employees, or agents as an essential requirement of employment.
Ability to work irregular hours and weekends on short notice is required
Skills:
Fluency in English is required
Proficiency in Dari, Pashto, Arabic or Spanish preferred
Ability to establish and maintain a positive, professional relationship with co-workers, participants, and visitors; cultural sensitivity and the ability to relate well and effectively in a diverse workplace with a diverse client population is required
Knowledge of an experience working with refugee or immigrants preferred
Cross-cultural or international experience preferred
Excellent crisis intervention skills
Attention to detail and ability to balance multiple simultaneous responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office platform and ability to learn case management database systems
Ability to meet strict deadlines
Ability to think strategically and creatively problem solve
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proven ability to work in a dynamic team and build strong working relationships
Ability to flexibly share leadership and build consensus
Ability to take initiative and make difficult decisions when necessary
Primary Duties:
Ongoing culturally sensitive and legal case management services
Data entry, file maintenance and reporting
Administrative support to Immigration Legal Services Department
Community Outreach
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Temperature controlled indoor work environment. Fluorescent lighting, occasional isolated conditions
Must be able to lift 5 to 20 lbs. occasionally for 5 – 30 minutes. This position requires the employee to walk, stoop, lift, bend, squat, kneel, climb, handle. Sitting for 6 to 7 hours a day is expected for this position.
Driving a motor vehicle for several hours at a time is expected up to 70%
When the agency responds to disasters, performing duties outside primary responsibilities both in the office and at off-site locations affected by the disaster may be requested.
Job Type: Full – Time, Exempt