Paralegal

About KIND Kids in Need of Defense (KIND), launched in 2008, is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied and separated children. KIND centers the needs, rights, and voices of children migrating alone in search of safety. Through a holistic approach, we combine legal services, advocacy, and partnerships across the private sector, philanthropy, government, and civil society to advance protections for unaccompanied and separated children. We work to ensure that migration systems recognize these children first and foremost as children. Position Summary KIND seeks a Paralegal who will be responsible for supporting KIND’s delivery of legal services through a range of case support tasks in coordination with our attorneys. Paralegals are responsible for conducting client intakes, legal research, preparation of immigration forms, drafting affidavits, maintaining files and data, hearing preparation, social services referrals, and other related duties. The Paralegal reports to the Staff or Senior Attorney. This position is contingent upon continued funding. Essential Functions Provides support to attorneys, including conducting legal research; fills out immigration benefits and other standard forms; drafts affidavits and basic motions; assists with hearing and interview preparation; maintains case files and data entry in the case management database; and other tasks as needed. Conducts client phone screenings, intake interviews, andknow your rightspresentations and draft intake memoranda. Provides support to pro bono attorneys during case placement and assists with administrative and planning tasks related to pro bono attorney training and mentoring. Serves as point of contact for clients, proactively ensuring that case files and case management system reflect current contact information and status updates on case developments and child’s wellbeing. Conducts regular check-ins with the child for direct representation cases, particularly in cases in which case adjudication is delayed; updates attorney and senior paralegal regarding new developments, as needed. Assists in case audit efforts for pro bono cases, ensuring that updates from pro bono attorneys regarding case status and child’s wellbeing are timely and accurately recorded. Conducts an initial assessment of case referrals received against case acceptance criteria and program priorities. Ensures appropriate processing and data entry for referrals and intakes. Liaises with Social Services Coordinators regarding social services needs and referrals; assists with social services projects depending on office needs; works collaboratively to achieve programmatic goals where legal services/social services intersect. Qualifications and Requirements Bachelor’s or undergraduate degree with 1 year of relevant experience; or high school diploma with at least 5 years of relevant experience. Must be fluent in English and Spanish (required for direct communication with the children we serve and their caregivers, the majority of whom are Spanish-speaking). Minimum of one year of experience working with children, preferably at‑risk youth, immigrants or refugee children. Minimum of one year of experience conducting legal intakes or interviewing children in a professional setting. Excellent organizational,timemanagement skills, and attention to detail. Ability to travel (locally) as assigned. Ability to work within an office environment and have regular interaction via telephone, videoconference, IM, and email with KIND’s team. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (such as Teams, Excel, etc.). Ability to work collaboratively and multi‑task in our KIND environment, managing numerous priorities and emerging opportunities. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to work on multiple projects in a deadline‑oriented environment; ability to prioritize tasks and delegate as appropriate. Ability to multitask and work with a sense of urgency in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment. Committed to practicing and supporting wellbeing and a work‑home life balance. Experience working and communicating in a remote environment preferred but not required. $22.92 - $28.65 an hour Our Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance with KIND paying 100% of the employee only portion of the premium for one of the three medical plan options, dental, and vision. Pre‑tax flexible spending account (FSA) for both medical and dependent care. Pre‑tax transit and parking spending account. Employer‑paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance. Employer‑paid short and long‑term disability insurance. For a complete list of benefits, please click here. Our Focus on Wellness KIND recognizes that our ability to help our clients starts with helping our team members. KIND has prioritized wellness for employees through Mindfulness and Wellness Trainings, Wellness Platforms, Employee Assistance and Resilience Programs, Time Away and Office Wellness Activities. For more information regarding our Wellness initiatives please visit this link. #J-18808-Ljbffr