Service Provider - Fresno, CA

UFW Foundation•Bakersfield, CA

just now•$22 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Service Provider position will (1) provide affirmative immigration relief services/assistance; (2) may provide assistance in the representation of clients in removal proceedings; (3) outreach at assigned community college campuses and/or community events as needed; and (4) work closely with other UFW Foundation programs to drive an organizing culture which influences systemic change. The Service Provider will report to lead staff attorney or senior accredited representative. The UFW Foundation seeks an individual with experience working with immigrant communities that can help the organization, in collaboration with the UFW Foundation’s various programs and departments, as well as its partners, to develop a service delivery model that will maximize the limited resources in rural communities and leverage relationships from urban centers.

Requirements

Ability to develop, implement and track day-to-day activities
Attention to detail and effective time management skills required
Experience working in immigrant communities, communities of color, and low-income and working-class communities
Spanish language fluency (reading/writing/speaking); Must be bi-literate in English/Spanish
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Self-motivated and able to work both independently and in conjunction with team members
Collaboration. Ability to work with teammates in a professional and solutions-oriented manner.
Dedication to Mission. A genuine interest in immigrant and farm worker rights.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Experience managing and executing across several communications media.
Flexibility, Speed, and Precision. Ability to adjust quickly to constantly changing priorities with speed, precision, and accuracy.
Si Se Puede® (It Can Be Done) Attitude. The embodiment of a personal spirit that promotes confidence, courage and risk-taking.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, campus staff and students, government officials and their staff members, and the general public. This position may require bilingual and/or bi-literate ability (English/Spanish).
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions and percentages.
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Requires the ability to type at a rate of not less than 50 Net Words Per Minute (NWPM).

Nice To Haves

None.

Responsibilities

Conduct initial immigration services intakes for potential clients as needed
Facilitates completion of affirmative immigration applications to submit to USCIS, including U/T Visas, VAWA, adjustment of status, consular processing, employment authorizations, deferred action, naturalization, among others
May assist in the preparation of removal defense cases
Assist clients in gathering supporting documents and preparing legal declarations
Facilitates completion of client background checks and other records as needed, including FOIAs
Keeps clients informed by maintaining contact; communicating case progress
Assist with reception services as needed
Translates documents from Spanish to English and vice-versa
Provides information to potential applicants
Provide necessary follow-up after intakes to evaluate client's eligibility. Follow up includes performing legal research, obtaining additional information from client, etc.
Assist/coordinate and direct on-site/off-site group processing workshops and other special events
Development and dissemination of immigrant rights materials
Provide administrative and legal support to Staff Attorney (s), BIA Representatives, and other management staff
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading Professional publications and participating in trainings made available.
Conducts effective and timely case management of physical, e-files, and client database
Answers and screens telephone calls, and arranges conference calls.
Travel as needed to community or workshop events, including travel on weekends.
Coordinates own schedule and makes appointments.
Assist other office staff with administrative needs.
Organizes and maintains file system, and files correspondence and other records.
Greets all visitors/clients and assists them with questions and appointment needs.
Coordinates and arranges meetings, prepares agendas, reserves and prepares facilities, and records and transcribes minutes of meetings.
Coordinates office volunteers, interns, & other staff.

Benefits

Accruals of 2, 3, and 4 vacation weeks per year depending on tenure
16 paid holidays (includes a personal day)
1 mental health day per calendar year
Paid sick days
Health, dental, and vision benefits
Life insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program for support with personal and work-related challenges
403(b) retirement plan with 2% employer match (providing employee meets criteria)
401(k) retirement plan with no employer match (providing employee meets criteria)
Employer-sponsored pension plan
Supplemental insurance (within 30 days of hire date)
Professional development opportunities and access to thousands of courses
20% discount for immigration services through the UFW Foundation
Many discounts, such as entertainment discounts for movie theaters, theme parks, etc. via ADP Lifemart, TicketsatWork, and UnionPlus