PARALEGAL A YOUTH SPECIALIST Foster Youth Justice Project

Full-time

No

Paralegal A Youth Specialist - Foster Youth Justice Project

Salary: $39840 - $53230 / year

Experience:
- Experience working with youth between the ages of 15-22
- Strong interest in working with youth population

Responsibilities:
- Conduct eligibility and substantive interviews in person and by telephone
- Manage the Project hotline, voicemail, and email communications
- Provide basic information and referrals to applicants
- Provide youth appropriate mentoring and guidance to applicants and clients
- Interview clients and witnesses
- Conduct follow-up of assigned cases
- Prepare legal documents and other necessary documents
- Assist with outreach activities and workshops for foster youth
- Represent the Project in meetings and trainings with other organizations addressing foster youth issues
- Maintain and update materials on the Project's web page
- Oversee updates to the Project's "Aging Out Guide" and publication process
- Process requests for "Aging Out Guide" and brochures
- Assist attorney in processing youths' requests for CPS records, foster youth benefits, identification documents, and other materials
- Develop forms and letters for case handling
- Attend and participate in community group meetings and educational forums
- Accompany client and/or project staff to court, social service providers, public agencies, and CPS proceedings and meetings
- Prepare legal educational and outreach materials
- Maintain accurate and complete client files and administrative records
- Prepare administrative reports required by TRLA
- Translate (if bilingual)
- Notarize legal documents
- Serve process and subpoenas
- Any other duties required by the branch or team manager

Qualifications:
- College degree required
- Strong verbal, reading, and writing skills
- Computer skills, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task, and a self-starter
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel
- Preference given to alumnus of foster care

Organization: Texas RioGrande Legal Aid (TRLA)

TRLA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to offering fair and equal employment opportunities to all job applicants and employees. We strictly prohibit any form of discrimination and harassment of any type 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.

H1: Paralegal A Youth Specialist - Foster Youth Justice Project TRLA Service Area

H2: Job Summary

The Paralegal A Youth Specialist is responsible for providing legal assistance and support to attorneys within Texas RioGrande Legal Aid (TRLA). The position will primarily focus on working with youth between the ages of 15-22 and providing mentoring and guidance to applicants and clients. The ideal candidate should have a strong interest in working with the youth population and possess excellent communication and organizational skills.

Salary Information

The salary for this position ranges from $39840 to $53230 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.

Responsibilities

- Conduct eligibility and substantive interviews in person and by telephone
- Manage the Project hotline, voicemail, and email communications
- Provide basic information and referrals to applicants
- Provide youth appropriate mentoring and guidance to applicants and clients
- Interview clients and witnesses
- Conduct follow-up of assigned cases
- Prepare legal documents and other necessary documents
- Assist with outreach activities and workshops for foster youth
- Represent the Project in meetings and trainings with other organizations addressing foster youth issues
- Maintain and update materials on the Project's web page
- Oversee updates to the Project's "Aging Out Guide" and publication process
- Process requests for "Aging Out Guide" and brochures
- Assist attorney in processing youths' requests for CPS records, foster youth benefits, identification documents, and other materials
- Develop forms and letters for case handling
- Attend and participate in community group meetings and educational forums
- Accompany client and/or project staff to court, social service providers, public agencies, and CPS proceedings and meetings
- Prepare legal educational and outreach materials
- Maintain accurate and complete client files and administrative records
- Prepare administrative reports required by TRLA
- Translate (if bilingual)
- Notarize legal documents
- Serve process and subpoenas
- Any other duties required by the branch or team manager

Qualifications

- College degree required
- Strong verbal, reading, and writing skills
- Computer skills, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task, and a self-starter
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel
- Preference given to alumnus of foster care

Organization

The Paralegal A Youth Specialist position is within Texas RioGrande Legal Aid (TRLA), an organization committed to providing fair and equal employment opportunities to all job applicants and employees. TRLA 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.

Conclusion

If you have a passion for working with youth and want to make a difference in their lives, then this position may be the perfect fit for you. Apply now to join the Foster Youth Justice Project and be a part of a team that is dedicated to providing legal assistance and support to foster youth in need.

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Interviewing, Communication, Case Management, Outreach, Research, Document Preparation, Record Keeping, Translation, Notarization, Process Serving

College degree required

Interested applicants should click on the "Apply Now" button and submit a cover letter, resume, and list of references.

Qualification and Experience College degree, Valid driver's license, Experience working with youth, Strong organizational skills

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