CLINIC’s Defending Vulnerable Populations Program Summer Internship Program-Must be fluent in Spanish

What is the Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc. (CLINIC)?

Embracing the Gospel value of welcoming the stranger, CLINIC promotes the dignity and protected the rights of immigrants in partnership with a dedicated network of Catholic and community legal immigration programs. Founded in 1988, CLINIC has been on the cutting edge of training nonprofit immigration legal service providers to provide affordable, quality legal representation to immigrants. CLINIC’s network, originally comprised of 17 programs has now increased to close to 400 diocesan and community-based programs in almost every state and the District of Columbia. The network employs roughly 2,300 people who, in turn, serve over 400,000 low-income immigrants each year. CLINIC and its affiliate agencies represent low-income immigrants without regard for their race, religion, gender, ethnic group, sexual orientation or gender identity, or other distinguishing characteristics. For more information on CLINIC’s work, visit www.cliniclegal.org.

What is the Defending Vulnerable Populations Program (DVP)?

As it has throughout its history, CLINIC continues to respond adeptly to rapid changes in the world of immigration law and policy. In January 2017, CLINIC launched the DVP Program in response to growing anti-immigrant measures that hurt immigrants. Changes in federal policies since January 2017 have included: targeting millions of immigrants for deportation by ending or limiting avenues to a legal status; separating children from their asylum-seeking parents at the border; barring people from certain majority-Muslim countries; slashing the number of refugees admitted to the United States; forcing asylum-seekers to remain in Mexico while they apply for protection; eroding due process in immigration court proceedings, and much more.

The DVP Program’s areas of expertise include removal defense, appeals to the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), petitions for review before the U.S. courts of appeals, asylum, Special Immigration Juvenile Status, unaccompanied children, consequences of criminal conduct on immigration status analysis, trial skills, and legal writing.

The DVP Program has the following objectives (examples of each objective included as well):

• engage in strategic impact litigation that furthers the interests of our nationwide non-profit network
  • CLINIC’s Litigation Program Scores Victories for Immigrants
• increase the number of competent and zealous non-profit, fully accredited representatives and attorneys available to represent immigrants in immigration court, on appeals to the BIA, and petitions for review before U.S. courts of appeals
  • Partial to Full Accredited Representative Initiative 2020
  • DVP Resources on Removal Proceedings
  • Partnership with the National Institute for Trial Advocacy (NITA)
• increase representation for detained immigrants appealing to the BIA and the U.S. Courts of Appeals
  • BIA Pro Bono Project
• establish innovative remote legal representation and mentorship models to increase pro and low bono legal representation capacity
  • Mississippi Raid Remote Bond Project Debrief: Lessons Learned and Improving Responses
  • Denied a Day in Court: The Government’s Use of In Absentia Removal Orders Against Families Seeking Asylum
  • Multi-Faceted Response to the Family Separation Crisis
• seek transparency through Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests
  • Lawsuit challenges government’s failure to provide reunited families with their documents
  • CLINIC Obtains FOIA Disclosures on Special Immigrant Juvenile Status Policies After Bringing Lawsuit, CLINIC v. USCIS
  • FOIA Disclosures on In Absentia Removal Numbers Based on Legal Representation
• advocate on behalf of vulnerable populations through comments on proposed regulations, amici briefings, reports, and media
  • CLINIC Submits Comments in Opposition to Proposed EOIR Fee Rule, Urges the Justice Department to Rescind
  • CLINIC and Other Faith-Based Organizations File Amicus Brief in Supreme Court DACA Case
  • Presumed Dangerous: Bond, Representation, and Detention in the Baltimore Immigration Court
  • ICE is holding $204 million in bond money, and some immigrants might never get it back (Washington Post)

Internship Details

The DVP Program interns will support these objectives. The DVP Program interns will have the opportunity to cultivate a number of valuable skills, including honing advocacy skills, declaration drafting, and legal research, analysis, and writing. Spanish proficiency is required.

Interns must have their own funding or receive law school credit. The DVP Program is happy to assist with any necessary paperwork for funding or law school credits.

The DVP Program interns will work remotely or, safety precautions permitting, from our Silver Spring, Maryland headquarters office.

How do I apply for CLINIC’s DVP Summer Internship Program?

If interested, please email a detailed cover letter describing your interest in the position, résumé, a legal or non-legal writing sample (approximately 10 pages), and list of three references to mmendez@cliniclegal.org with the subject line “DVP Summer Internship.” We will conduct interviews on a rolling basis.

Catholic Charities Indianapolis, Inc is seeking a full-time Program Director to oversee its Immigration Legal Services. The agency is seeking someone with knowledge and/or experience in nonprofit or business management, immigration law, or a combination thereof. This person will oversee budget and operations of the program, supervise program staff, and may supplement staff by providing direct legal services.

The Director of Immigration Legal Services will be someone who is passionate about serving immigrant communities and advocating for policies that will provide positive outcomes for immigrant families. The Director is someone who feels comfortable playing multiple roles: providing direct services to clients, overseeing, and managing program operations, representing the program as a major stakeholder in community-wide efforts with immigration, and seeking additional funding and building relationships with donors. The Director is enthusiastic, can inspire and educate the community on immigrationrelated topics, and can play an integral role in the professional development and personal well-being of staff members.

Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s Degree preferred. Specific degrees in Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, or Law preferred. 5+ years of experience in managing/supervisory position may supplement education. Experience working with people from other cultures. Proficiency in Spanish and/or Arabic, Burmese, Chin, and/or Karen highly valuable. Program development and implementation of grant specifications. Grant writing experience is helpful.

Please e-mail cover letter, resume, and list of references, in confidence, to:

Ed Isakson
Director, Human Resources
Archdiocese of Indianapolis
1400 N. Meridian St.
Indianapolis, IN 46202
E-mail: eisakson@archindy.org

Equal Opportunity Employer

Church World Service does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability or veteran status in employment or in the provision of services.

Team: Immigration and Refugee Program/Lancaster Office

Primary Purpose:

The Know Your Rights Specialist is responsible for provision of KYR within the legal programs in the Lancaster office. The incumbent provides KYR to children in ORR custody under the Immigrant Children’s Program and to other groups as part of the Enforcement Resistance Project. If the incum

Essential Duties:

• Conduct Know Your Rights presentations, individualized screenings and pre-court orientation in appropriate language, most commonly, Spanish
• Refers cases of released youth to legal service providers around the country
• Connects children aging out of ORR care with housing and other resources where needed, and provide ongoing case management to certain children following their release
• Maintains detailed tracking information of each child who enters the shelter
• Meets with families of detained individuals and provides orientation on the detention process.
• Assists CWS attorneys and Legal Representatives in providing direct representation to clients. If the incumbent is an accredited representative, he or she may sometimes represent clients before USCIS.
• Assists the Immigration Program Coordinator and Lancaster Director in preparing reports and compiling data as requested.
• Keeps the Program Coordinator informed of complaints, issues and/or problems for timely investigation and resolution
• Works closely with the Program Coordinator to keep informed about immigrant issues and conducts legal research to support filed immigration applications.
• Attends local and national training to obtain/maintain accreditation with the Department of Justice.
• Represents the program at meetings and speaking engagements relevant to the responsibilities of the position.
• Undertakes other duties as assigned.
• Works varied hours, including some night and weekend work for Know Your Rights activities.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Partial-accreditation through the Department of Justice is desired (CWS will apply on the incumbent’s behalf).
• Experience with US immigration issues and terminology and with DHS documentation as it relates to refugees, parolees, asylees, and other immigrants. Experience representing clients in immigration matters. Fluency in Spanish is required.

Communication:

• Able to communicate thoroughly and with self-confidence a broad range of information relating to program or department.
• Communicate detailed and/or technical information clearly, in writing and orally.
• Speak publicly with defined constituencies regarding specific assigned topics.
• Anticipate constituent needs and interests and take proactive steps to respond to them.
• Promote “transparency of information” by sharing relevant information with staff and other stakeholders.

Constituent Relations:

• Manage relationships with stakeholders and work within their structure to identify programmatic linkages, plan and implement services and coordinate activities.
• Identify potential constituents with whom to build relationships and flesh out details of those relationships within the context of CWS’s mission and values.
• Coordinate specific program activities with counterparts and include them in planning
• Resolve issues of concern to maintain effective stakeholder relationships.

Job Knowledge:

• Understand the mission and values of CWS and faith-based organizations and how they apply to their work and relationships with others.
• Understand the work performed and how it supports CWS in achieving its goals.
• Understand how to work multiculturally with sensitivity and integrity.
• Knows a broad range of information regarding specific program or department and use that knowledge to perform effectively and independently.
• Applies a depth of knowledge within area of responsibility to implement assigned activities.
• Uses technology in varied, creative ways to support individual and program performance.
• Identify learning opportunities for self and others and take/ recommend action.
• Interpret CWS’s policies and procedures for staff and stakeholders, keeping the “human” side in sight.
• Understand general business practices that support individual and program performance.

Leadership:

• Take responsibility for performance of own job duties.
• Model behaviors that are consonant with the mission and values of CWS in work activities and relationships.
• Demonstrate sound judgment in performing all duties.
• Recognize and use individual strengths to enhance work performance.
• Recognize areas of weakness and seek assistance to improve performance.
• Take initiative within area of responsibility.
• Respect the skills, needs and schedules of others in performing assigned duties and responding to others.
• Contribute ideas for implementing CWS’s vision and strategic plan.

Problem Solving:

• Recognize routine problems, gather data and work through them thoroughly and effectively.
• Know whom to consult for assistance in solving non-routine problems.
• Exercise creativity in resolving problems and trying new ways of doing things.
• Know how and when to apply technical solutions to problems.
• Share results of problem solving experiences with others.
• Remain flexible in responding to organizational priorities.

Program Planning and Management:

• Anticipate workflow and take proactive steps to balance work priorities.
• Understand the desired outcome of assigned work and how it supports CWS’s work.
• Identify the resources and assistance needed to complete work assignments and make sure they are on hand.
• Complete routine assignments on time, making sure finished products are accurate and of expected quality.
• Contribute ideas to effectively implement program plans and activities.
• Keep others informed of work progress and any problems encountered.
• Take initiative and complete independent work projects.
• Understand organizational priorities and respect time sensitivity of work performance.
• Assist others to complete priority work, or step in to handle work in their absence.

Resource Building and Stewardship:

• Recognize resource building potential in all interactions and be responsive and professional in providing information.
• Use financial and material resources provided by CWS to their best advantage, including business equipment and supplies.
• Demonstrate concern for natural resources in carrying out work activities.
• Make the most of own time and resources to maximize stewardship to CWS.
• Respect one another and relationships with staff, supervisors and managers.

Teamwork:

• Understand what a team is and what it does.
• Demonstrate a willingness to work on a team.
• Understand own role on the team and how it fits in to the overall results to be produced.
• Contribute skills, knowledge and ideas to team discussion and work.
• Accepts accountability for assignments made within the team and for producing results on time.
• Keep team leader and members informed of work status.
• Demonstrate awareness of what other teams do and how their work affects own team.
• Recognize and respect the importance of work performed by colleagues.
• Understand organizational priorities and is willing to set aside own tasks to assist others to complete high priority tasks.

Other Skills:

• Fluency in Spanish is required. Superior written and verbal communication skills are required. The successful candidate must be computer literate, with proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word and Access) and internet applications.

CWS offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• 403 (b) Retirement Plan
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance and AD&D
• Long Term and Short Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Benefits

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Church World Service does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability or veteran status in employment or in the provision of services.

Team: Immigration and Refugee Program/Lancaster Office

Primary Purpose:

The Immigration Legal Counselor manages and completes cases, from start to finish, for an immigration caseload with a variety of family-based and humanitarian immigration dynamics, maintains documentation of services provided to clients, compiles and reviews case files, provides follow up on the status of app

Essential Duties:

• Represents clients in immigration matters before USCIS and negotiates with key stakeholders on behalf of clients. Accompanies applicants to immigration interviews and hearings as deemed necessary in consultation with the Program Coordinator
• Provides legal advice and representation to clients on family-based and humanitarian-based immigration matters. Accurately completes and files applications on behalf of clients for refugee/asylee family reunification, affirmative asylum claims, work authorization documents, family petitions, permanent residency, consular processing, VAWA petitions, T and U visas, and others.
• Maintains accurate, complete and confidential files of own casework, including case notes.
• Conducts individual or group information sessions, including outreach, per program directives
• Assists the Immigration Program Coordinator and Lancaster Director in preparing reports and compiling data as requested.
• Keeps the Program Coordinator informed of complaints, issues and/or problems for timely investigation and resolution
• Works closely with the Program Coordinator to keep informed about immigrant issues and conducts legal research to support filed immigration applications.
• Attends local and national training to obtain/maintain accreditation with the Board of Immigration Appeals.
• Represents the program at meetings and speaking engagements relevant to the responsibilities of the position.
• Undertakes other duties as assigned.
• Works varied hours, including some night and weekend work for group application workshops

Education

Bachelor’s degree required.

Experience:

Familiarity with US immigration issues and terminology and with DHS documentation as it relates to refugees, Cuban/Haitian Entrants, parolees, asylees, and other immigrants. Experience with immigration representation and other areas of immigration law. Partial-accreditation through the Department of Justice required (CWS will apply on the incumbent’s behalf).

communication

• Able to communicate thoroughly and with self-confidence a broad range of information relating to program or department.
• Communicate detailed and/or technical information clearly, in writing and orally.
• Speak publicly with defined constituencies regarding specific assigned topics.
• Anticipate constituent needs and interests and take proactive steps to respond to them.
• Promote “transparency of information” by sharing relevant information with staff and other stakeholders.

Constituent Relations:

• Manage relationships with stakeholders and work within their structure to identify programmatic linkages, plan and implement services and coordinate activities.
• Identify potential constituents with whom to build relationships and flesh out details of those relationships within the context of CWS’s mission and values.
• Coordinate specific program activities with counterparts and include them in planning
• Resolve issues of concern to maintain effective stakeholder relationships.

Job Knowledge:

• Understand the mission and values of CWS and faith-based organizations and how they apply to their work and relationships with others.
• Understand the work performed and how it supports CWS in achieving its goals.
• Understand how to work multiculturally with sensitivity and integrity.
• Knows a broad range of information regarding specific program or department and use that knowledge to perform effectively and independently.
• Applies a depth of knowledge within area of responsibility to implement assigned activities.
• Uses technology in varied, creative ways to support individual and program performance.
• Identify learning opportunities for self and others and take/ recommend action.
• Interpret CWS’s policies and procedures for staff and stakeholders, keeping the “human” side in sight.
• Understand general business practices that support individual and program performance.

Leadership:

• Take responsibility for performance of own job duties.
• Model behaviors that are consonant with the mission and values of CWS in work activities and relationships.
• Demonstrate sound judgment in performing all duties.
• Recognize and use individual strengths to enhance work performance.
• Recognize areas of weakness and seek assistance to improve performance.
• Take initiative within area of responsibility.
• Respect the skills, needs and schedules of others in performing assigned duties and responding to others.
• Contribute ideas for implementing CWS’s vision and strategic plan.

Problem Solving:

• Recognize routine problems, gather data and work through them thoroughly and effectively.
• Know whom to consult for assistance in solving non-routine problems.
• Exercise creativity in resolving problems and trying new ways of doing things.
• Know how and when to apply technical solutions to problems.
• Share results of problem solving experiences with others.
• Remain flexible in responding to organizational priorities.

Program Planning and Management:

• Anticipate workflow and take proactive steps to balance work priorities.
• Understand the desired outcome of assigned work and how it supports CWS’s work.
• Identify the resources and assistance needed to complete work assignments and make sure they are on hand.
• Complete routine assignments on time, making sure finished products are accurate and of expected quality.
• Contribute ideas to effectively implement program plans and activities.
• Keep others informed of work progress and any problems encountered.
• Take initiative and complete independent work projects.
• Understand organizational priorities and respect time sensitivity of work performance.
• Assist others to complete priority work, or step in to handle work in their absence.

Resource Building and Stewardship:

• Recognize resource building potential in all interactions and be responsive and professional in providing information.
• Use financial and material resources provided by CWS to their best advantage, including business equipment and supplies.
• Demonstrate concern for natural resources in carrying out work activities.
• Make the most of own time and resources to maximize stewardship to CWS.
• Respect one another and relationships with staff, supervisors and managers.

Teamwork:

• Understand what a team is and what it does.
• Demonstrate a willingness to work on a team.
• Understand own role on the team and how it fits in to the overall results to be produced.
• Contribute skills, knowledge and ideas to team discussion and work.
• Accepts accountability for assignments made within the team and for producing results on time.
• Keep team leader and members informed of work status.
• Demonstrate awareness of what other teams do and how their work affects own team.
• Recognize and respect the importance of work performed by colleagues.
• Understand organizational priorities and is willing to set aside own tasks to assist others to complete high priority tasks.

Other Skills:

• Fluency in Spanish is required. Superior written and verbal communication skills are required. The successful candidate must be computer literate, with proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word and Access) and internet applications.

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Church World Service does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability or veteran status in employment or in the provision of services.

Team: Immigration and Refugee Program/Lancaster Office
Starting Salary: Salary commensurate with experience.

Primary Purpose:

To provide legal representation on a variety of family-based and humanitarian immigration matters before DHS, the Immigration Courts, and the BIA with special focus on vulnerable populations and children in ORR custody. May include supervisory and program management duties depending on the incumbent’s experience.

Essential Duties:

• Conduct legal screenings with clients, including unaccompanied minors in ORR custody; prepare clients for court appearances and/or USCIS interviews.
• Create and present Know Your Rights information to clients both on a one-on-one basis and in group settings, specifically to unaccompanied minors in ORR custody.
• Ensure adequate representation for CWS clients at USCIS and EOIR, including but not limited to: Immigration Interviews, Asylum Hearings; Master Calendar Hearings; and submission of briefs to the Board of Immigration Appeals.
• Negotiate with USCIS officers and Supervisors at local District Office or Service Centers to rectify problems faced by clients.
• Draft supplemental statements, rebuttals to Notices of Intent to Deny and Requests for Evidence; prepare and file immigration applications and motions; prepare other ancillary immigration papers, including Freedom of Information Act requests.
• Properly manage client appointments and professional duties to ensure thorough and professional representation of client interests.
• Represent CWS/IRP at meetings, and various Task Force meetings, related to immigration issues.
• Respond to requests for information posed by Lancaster Staff and other legal service providers, as appropriate.
• Conduct legal research to support filed immigration applications.
• Provide legal and programmatic information for the development of grant applications and new programs on behalf of CWS/Lancaster legal and immigration services.
• Assist the Immigration Program Coordinator and Lancaster Director in preparing reports and compiling data as requested.
• Keep the Program Coordinator informed of complaints, issues and/or problems for timely investigation and resolution.
• Work closely with the Program Coordinator to keep informed about immigrant issues and conducts legal research to support filed immigration applications.
• Represent the program at meetings and speaking engagements relevant to the responsibilities of the position.
• Undertake other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Fluency in Spanish is required. The applicant must be licensed to practice law in any jurisdiction (Pennsylvania Bar preferred). Experience in immigration law required. Experience with asylum representation and working with vulnerable populations and children preferred.

Other Skills:

• Ability to work cooperatively with other staff in a fast-paced work environment; membership in the PA Bar preferred. Driver’s license in good standing required as well as personal vehicle for frequent, reimbursable local travel.

Communication:

• Able to communicate thoroughly and with self-confidence a broad range of information relating to program or department.
• Communicate detailed and/or technical information clearly, in writing and orally.
• Speak publicly with defined constituencies regarding specific assigned topics.
• Anticipate constituent needs and interests and take proactive steps to respond to them.
• Promote “transparency of information” by sharing relevant information with staff and other stakeholders.

Constituent Relations:

• Manage relationships with stakeholders and work within their structure to identify programmatic linkages, plan and implement services and coordinate activities.
• Identify potential constituents with whom to build relationships and flesh out details of those relationships within the context of CWS’s mission and values.
• Coordinate specific program activities with counterparts and include them in planning
• Resolve issues of concern to maintain effective stakeholder relationships.

Job Knowledge:

• Understand the mission and values of CWS and faith-based organizations and how they apply to their work and relationships with others.
• Understand the work performed and how it supports CWS in achieving its goals.
• Understand how to work multiculturally with sensitivity and integrity.
• Knows a broad range of information regarding specific program or department and use that knowledge to perform effectively and independently.
• Applies a depth of knowledge within area of responsibility to implement assigned activities.
• Uses technology in varied, creative ways to support individual and program performance.
• Identify learning opportunities for self and others and take/ recommend action.
• Interpret CWS’s policies and procedures for staff and stakeholders, keeping the “human” side in sight.
• Understand general business practices that support individual and program performance.

Leadership:

• Take responsibility for performance of own job duties.
• Model behaviors that are consonant with the mission and values of CWS in work activities and relationships.
• Demonstrate sound judgment in performing all duties.
• Recognize and use individual strengths to enhance work performance.
• Recognize areas of weakness and seek assistance to improve performance.
• Take initiative within area of responsibility.
• Respect the skills, needs and schedules of others in performing assigned duties and responding to others.
• Contribute ideas for implementing CWS’s vision and strategic plan.

Problem Solving:

• Recognize routine problems, gather data and work through them thoroughly and effectively.
• Know whom to consult for assistance in solving non-routine problems.
• Exercise creativity in resolving problems and trying new ways of doing things.
• Know how and when to apply technical solutions to problems.
• Share results of problem solving experiences with others.
• Remain flexible in responding to organizational priorities.

Program Planning and Management:

• Anticipate workflow and take proactive steps to balance work priorities.
• Understand the desired outcome of assigned work and how it supports CWS’s work.
• Identify the resources and assistance needed to complete work assignments and make sure they are on hand.
• Complete routine assignments on time, making sure finished products are accurate and of expected quality.
• Contribute ideas to effectively implement program plans and activities.
• Keep others informed of work progress and any problems encountered.
• Take initiative and complete independent work projects.
• Understand organizational priorities and respect time sensitivity of work performance.
• Assist others to complete priority work, or step in to handle work in their absence.

Resource Building and Stewardship:

• Recognize resource building potential in all interactions and be responsive and professional in providing information.
• Use financial and material resources provided by CWS to their best advantage, including business equipment and supplies.
• Demonstrate concern for natural resources in carrying out work activities.
• Make the most of own time and resources to maximize stewardship to CWS.
• Respect one another and relationships with staff, supervisors and managers.

Teamwork:

• Understand what a team is and what it does.
• Demonstrate a willingness to work on a team.
• Understand own role on the team and how it fits in to the overall results to be produced.
• Contribute skills, knowledge and ideas to team discussion and work.
• Accepts accountability for assignments made within the team and for producing results on time.
• Keep team leader and members informed of work status.
• Demonstrate awareness of what other teams do and how their work affects own team.
• Recognize and respect the importance of work performed by colleagues.
• Understand organizational priorities and is willing to set aside own tasks to assist others to complete high priority tasks.

CWS offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• 403 (b) Retirement Plan
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance and AD&D
• Long Term and Short Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Benefits

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