The South Asian Helpline and Referral Agency (SAHARA) is a non-profit organization providing services to survivors of all forms of abuse in the South Asian community by providing them with culturally-sensitive and linguistically-specific services.
The Staff Attorney performs various task to support individuals by providing consultation and completing legal paperwork and/or providing representation on legal matters. The Staff Attorney also acts as a liaison between the individual and other legal community partners.
Job Duties:
- Conduct legal assessment of clients and provide consultation/advice on matters relating to family law, immigration, and other legal matters
- Provide restraining order education, preparation, and processing
- Provide court hearing preparation, accompaniment, and representation to clients using specific agency-developed criteria
- Assist clients with the preparation of declarations and supporting documents for family law and immigration matters
- Maintain Memoranda of Understanding with collaborating agencies
- Establish and foster relationships with legal aid partners and supporters, as well as create a network of pro bono attorneys
- Organize, manage, and coordinate Citizenship Assistance and legal workshops covering topics relevant to the community’s needs
- Act as a liaison with and provide referrals to community resources (legal and non-legal)
- Collaborate with case managers and therapists to create a multi-disciplinary case management plan to achieve goals for the client
- Participate in grant writing and editing, as well as manage and report upon the legal components of grant deliverables, goals, and deadlines
- Participate in outreach activities at various locations to educate the South Asian community about legal issues and agency services.
- Maintain documentation related to activities performed, service plans, legal notes, and client data, as well as ensure timely submission of reports, data entry and document completion
- Excellent oral and presentation skills, along with the ability to organize and communicate written information in a concise and cohesive manner
- Fluency in Hindi, Gujrati, Urdu or Punjabi is preferred
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to multi-task
- Ability to take initiative, use good judgment, and work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to gather, assemble and analyze information
- 40-Hour Domestic Violence Training certificate
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion
- Exceptional customer service skills
- High degree of professionalism and accountability
- Valid California Driver’s license and the ability to travel to multiple local locations
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
Partial reimbursement for verified health insurance plan, dental insurance assistance.
Compensation based on experience and skills match. Current salary level is $62,400.
Send cover letter, resume, and references to [email protected].
No phone calls, please.