PARALEGAL A YOUTH SPECIALIST Foster Youth Justice Project

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H2: Responsibilities and Qualifications for Paralegal A Youth Specialist Position at TRLA

Organization: Texas RioGrande Legal Aid (TRLA)

Department: Foster Youth Justice Project

Salary: $39840 - $53230 per year

Experience: Experience working with youth between the ages of 15-22 preferred

Job Description:

- Conduct eligibility and substantive interviews for foster youth seeking legal assistance
- Manage Project hotline, voicemail, and email communications
- Provide youth appropriate mentoring and guidance
- Interview clients and witnesses
- Conduct follow-up of assigned cases and research law
- Prepare legal documents and necessary paperwork
- Assist with outreach activities and represent the Project in meetings and trainings
- Oversee updates to the Project's "Aging Out Guide" and publication process
- Process requests for materials and assist with obtaining necessary authorizations and forms
- Attend and participate in community group meetings and educational forums
- Accompany clients and staff to court and other meetings
- Maintain accurate and complete client files and administrative records
- Notarize legal documents and serve process and subpoenas
- Other duties as required by the branch or team manager

Qualifications:

- Experience working with youth between the ages of 15-22
- Strong interest in working with youth population
- Good verbal, reading, and writing skills
- Computer skills, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- College degree required
- Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel
- Preference given to alumnus of foster care

TRLA is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits any form of discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Communication, Organization, Multitasking, Self-Starting, Computer Skills, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Outreach, Mentoring, Advocacy, Case Management, Data Entry, Translation, Notarization, Process Serving, Subpoena Serving

Bachelor's Degree

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Qualification and Experience Bachelor's Degree, Valid Driver's License

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