Immigration Counselor Trainee

CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF LOS ANGELES INC•Los Angeles, CA

14d

About The Position

At Catholic Charities of Los Angeles, Inc., we are committed to making a difference in the lives of individuals and families in need. This role offers an opportunity to lead impactful programs, work with a dedicated team, and contribute to community-based solutions. The Immigration Counselor Trainee will be placed on the Immigration training program and expected to gain immigration knowledge and be able to conduct eligibility assessments within one year. Under supervision, attend trainings; assist in completing intake forms and immigration applications; assist Attorneys or Immigration counselors with legal cases and case administration.

Requirements

High School Diploma required
Two years of college in related field and / or two to three years of Immigration Services Assistant experience
One year of Immigration Family Based Immigration Law Training
Must be organized and detailed
Type at a speed sufficient to meet position requirements

Nice To Haves

Interviewing and counseling techniques preferred
Bilingual in second language preferred

Responsibilities

Under supervision, assesses clients to determine eligibility for immigration legal rights and benefits.
Informs clients of documents required by Immigration to file petitions and/or applications and where to obtain these documents.
Under supervision, files required applications, petitions and forms with appropriate immigration office.
Processes immigration cases with technical accuracy as assigned.
Able to attend internal and/or external educational sessions as assigned regarding US Department of Immigration and Citizenship Services, the US State Department laws and regulations and IRR internal processes and policies and maintain a passing score for all educational sessions assigned.
Develops an understanding of immigration law and keeps updated on any changes.
Translates related documents as necessary to support immigration case.
Submits complete and accurate applications and related documents for administrative review within timeframes provided.
By end of trainee period: able to prepare casefiles, including documents, case activities, logs, and related correspondence that are complete and technically accurate.
Assists with immigration services workshops and other activities as assigned.
Displays sensitivity to the client population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics.
Able to work within the framework of the program and follow policies and procedures without undue delay.
Perform other related duties as assigned.