Lutheran Services Carolinas

Legal Immigration Specialist


Pay$24.04 / hour
LocationColumbia/South Carolina
Employment typeOther

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 393208
      Employer Industry: Legal Services for Immigration

      Why consider this job opportunity:
      - Salary of $24.04 per hour
      - Flexible part-time hours available, working within Monday to Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM
      - Opportunity to assist clients in navigating complex immigration processes
      - Engage in meaningful work with refugees, asylees, and immigrants
      - Chance to work collaboratively with a dedicated team of professionals
      - Potential for professional development through required immigration training and accreditation

      What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
      - Consult with NAP Resettlement Directors to identify clients eligible for immigration assistance
      - Interview and assess client needs, advising them on available immigration relief options
      - Prepare and represent clients in USCIS interviews and immigration court appearances, depending on accreditation level
      - Conduct research on immigration law, statutory law, and case law
      - Document and report according to contractual requirements and HIPAA guidelines

      What is Required (Qualifications):
      - Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field
      - Experience working with refugees, asylees, or immigrants in a social service environment
      - Current DOJ Accreditation or willingness to obtain accreditation
      - Basic computer skills in Word, Excel, and Outlook
      - Strong written and oral communication skills, with attention to detail

      How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
      - Fluency in a second language such as Spanish, Dari, Pashto, Russian, or Ukrainian
      - Experience handling general immigration cases

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  • About the company

      With the help of volunteers, donors, and faith partners, LSC serves vulnerable populations, throughout the Carolinas in traditional and innovative ways.

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