SayPro Staff Attorney – CAM

Description

About KIND: Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied refugee and migrant children. Launched in 2008, KIND champions a world in which every child’s rights and well-being are protected throughout their journey to safety. Since 2008, KIND has accepted over 23,000 referrals of children seeking legal representation in their immigration proceedings. KIND has welcomed more than 41,000 attendees to trainings since its founding, cultivating partnerships with over 670 law firms, corporate legal departments, law schools, and bar associations across the country. KIND’s social services program ensures that migrant and refugee children – who have often endured trauma – receive counseling, educational support, medical care and other comprehensive services. To address the root causes of child migration from Central America and strengthen protection of unaccompanied children, KIND advocates for policy changes and educates lawmakers, the media, and the broader public on the conditions that drive these children to flee their home countries. KIND supports children returning to their home countries by connecting them to essential support services and sponsors gender-based violence prevention programs in Central America to protect children in countries of origin and transit. KIND is also building upon its expertise in the protection of unaccompanied children to encourage the development of pro bono initiatives across Europe in partnership with European NGOs. This position is fully remote, but the candidate should be based in the following locations: LA, Houston, Washington DC, New York, Atlanta, or Miami. Position Summary: KIND seeks a Staff Attorney to provide support to a large-scale project involving reuniting Central American children with their parents through the Central American Minors (CAM) program. KIND seeks to identify and assist eligible parents in the United States to prepare CAM Affidavits of Relationship (AORs) and supporting documents for filing, in coordination with Resettlement Agency (RA) partners. The Staff Attorney will be responsible for mentoring pro bono attorneys and other volunteers assisting with the preparation of AORs for eligible parents, as well as managing their own caseload of AORs. Essential Functions: Provide parents seeking to file CAM AORs with essential information and Knowledge-Your-Rights presentations about the CAM process and assistance with the remote and in-person case preparations and submission to RAs. Conduct individual legal screenings and/or case analysis for families with complex questions about the process or their legal cases in the United States or for those with heightened vulnerabilities in cases identified as in need of urgent assessment and processing. Recruit, train and mentor pro bono attorneys and other volunteers preparing AORs, both in individual cases and in remote and in-person clinic settings. Organize and participate in remote and in-person clinics in order to prepare AORs Support and assist as needed with clinic organization and preparation, particularly ensuring training, preparation and effective participation of pro bono attorneys and other volunteers. Develop materials, including content for videos and other KYR information, to disseminate to eligible parents. Supervise and support 2 caseworkers. In coordination with team members, develop and implement effective program procedures including scheduling, case flow, and data tracking systems to ensure consistent delivery of services to a high volume of families on a condensed timeline. Help develop and implement programming with project partners and stakeholders. Ensure entry of timely, accurate, and detailed case data into KIND’s case management systems. Qualifications and Requirements: J.D. and admitted to state bar. At least 1 year of experience practicing immigration law, which should include representation of clients both in and outside the United States in humanitarian immigration claims such as humanitarian parole or other parole programs such as CAM, asylum or refugee proceedings, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, U visas, and T visas. Experience with adult and family claims, including filing affidavits of support, and petitions is strongly preferred. Advanced fluency in the Spanish language. Strong record of cultural competence and cross-cultural communication skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and persuasively both orally and in writing. Ability to take initiative, multi-task, and work independently. Salary Range: $67,440 – $84,300 dependent on experience. KIND requires all staff be COVID vaccinated with the exception of those who have medical or religious beliefs exemptions. How to apply Application Instructions: Please be advised that an employment application will need to be submitted along with your resume and cover letter, in order to be considered for the desired role in https://supportkind.hrmdirect.com/employment/job-opening.php?req=2090088&cust_sort1=100304&&jbsrc=1025 . KIND has an organization-wide commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We strive to create a work environment where everyone has a sense of belonging. Individuals from historically underrepresented or underserved communities are strongly encouraged to apply. Disclaimer: KIND is committed to an ethical recruitment and hiring process and maintains a firm “no fees” recruitment policy. We will never charge a fee or ask for money as part of the application process. KIND also conducts all interviews via telephone or video conference, and at no time will KIND engage in a text or mobile app-based application or interview process. For more information, please visit the following website: https://supportkind.org/join-the-team/kind-employment-practices/.