Accredited Representative Candidate

Full-time

No

Organization: Catholic Charities Eastern Washington
Job Title: Accredited Representative Candidate - Immigration Ops
Experience: Bachelor's degree, preferably in the human services field
Salary:
Benefits:
- FREE Employee Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Sick leave (1 week paid immediately upon hire, plus accrual and 8 hours paid sick leave per month)
- Minimum of 2 weeks paid vacation
- Discounted health memberships
- Retirement (3% employer contribution and 3% employer match)
- FREE Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
- 13 Paid Holidays

Job Summary:
- Assist clients of the Immigration Legal Services program as directed by DOJ Accredited Representatives
- Participate in and observe client/DOJ Accredited Representative interviews
- Complete required courses and trainings in immigration law to become a DOJ Accredited Representative
- Fluent in Spanish and English
- Based in Pasco, WA with occasional travel to Spokane

Job Duties/Responsibilities:
- Respond to phone calls and emails from clients and persons seeking immigration legal services
- Assist in interviews with potential clients
- Provide assistance with completion of requirements to the Department of State
- Enroll in and complete all trainings and courses on immigration law and procedure
- Join meetings with the ILS consulting immigration attorney
- Shadow DOJ Accredited Representative during selected meetings with clients
- Assist clients in obtaining necessary documents
- Refer clients to other immigration service providers or agencies when necessary
- Identify clients' non-immigration needs and make appropriate referrals
- Assist with outreach and educational programs in the community
- Compile and make copies of documents and forms
- Prepare and process billings and other documents for services
- Collect and prepare statistical information for reporting
- Draft, edit, and proofread documents
- Ensure confidentiality and security of client information
- Report any suspicions of abuse or neglect according to agency policies
- Adhere to Catholic Social Teaching and Doctrine
- Work as a team to achieve productivity outcomes
- Perform related functions to support the mission and core values of Catholic Charities

Job Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree, preferably in the human services field
- Knowledge of immigration law and USCIS procedures preferred
- Must complete all training requirements and submit documents for accreditation within 6 months of employment
- Must possess a valid driver's license
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and perform physical tasks as needed
- Ability to adapt to changes and manage competing demands
- Analytical ability to maintain focus and complete research projects
- Attendance and dependability
- Working knowledge of computer software
- Interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity
- Judgment and reasoning ability
- Fluency in Spanish and English, both written and oral
- Mathematical ability and motor coordination
- Problem-solving ability and quality management skills
- Ability to make prudent decisions and interpret instructions
- No supervisory responsibilities

Workplace Environmental Conditions:
- Exposed to moderate to loud levels of noise
- Exposure to trauma
- Subject to high and low temperatures
- Exposure to dust, fumes, vapors, or mists

To Apply:
- Submit a cover letter, resume, and LinkedIn profile URL (if applicable)
- Provide three professional references
- Certify that all information provided is true and authorize previous employers to furnish information
- Understand that employment is at-will and may be terminated by either party at any time
- Authorize background checks and release previous employers, educational institutions, credit agencies, and Catholic Charities Eastern Washington from liability

Thank you for considering Catholic Charities Eastern Washington for employment. We look forward to reviewing your application.

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FREE Employee Medical Insurance, FREE Employee Dental Insurance, FREE Employee Vision Insurance, Sick leave, Vacation, Discounted health memberships, Retirement, FREE Long-Term Disability Insurance, FREE Life Insurance, 13 Paid Holidays

Spanish, English

Bilingual (Spanish/English), Customer Service, Legal Assistance, Research, Data Entry, Document Preparation

Bachelor's degree in human services or related field

Submit application, resume, and cover letter through the company's website.

Qualification and Experience Bachelor's degree in human services or related field, knowledge of immigration law and procedures, fluency in Spanish and English (written and spoken)

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