The Central American Refugee Center (CARECEN) is a non-profit that has served the immigrant community on Long Island for four decades through legal services, community education and advocacy. We seek a passionate and dedicated immigration attorney to join our robust, dynamic and growing legal team.

The position is a full time, salaried, exempt position. Overview of the Role The Staff Attorney will provide critical legal services to immigrants in Nassau and Suffolk Counties through rapid response initiatives. Primary responsibilities include conducting legal screenings, offering advice and counsel, providing pro se assistance, and providing direct representation to priority populations, including newly arrived immigrants and asylum seekers. The attorney will join a Supervising attorney and five paralegals on the Rapid Response team, an integral part of CARECEN's legal department. Primary Duties Screen, counsel, and provide pro se assistance and direct representation to immigrants in affirmative and defensive cases in accordance with CARECEN's universal representation model Conduct a high volume of legal consultations and screenings on an ongoing basis to triage urgent community needs. Host legal clinics, community education sessions, and Know Your Rights (KYR) seminars Support and respond to immigration law questions from the designated ONA Opportunity Center and/or other immigrant service providers, as needed Work collaboratively with other members of CARECEN's legal team to strategize about best practices and service provision for immigrants on Long Island Maintain detailed case notes on individual cases and consultation outcomes Maintain detailed records and reporting data for grants Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications Admitted and in good standing to practice law in New York Prior experience in immigration law (relevant law school coursework and clinics may be considered as experience) Excellent organizational, communication, and computer skills, with strong data-tracking discipline. Ability to work well with a team and build relationships with community partners Fluency in Spanish and English required, fluency in other languages a plus

Compensation:

$72,500 to $84,000 annually Work environment: Ability to work hybrid based on hybrid work agreement based out of CARECEN's Hempstead or Brentwood office

Supervisor:

Supervising Attorney, Rapid Response Team Benefits Health Coverage (100% employer-paid premiums): Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance & Protection (100% employer-paid premiums): NYS Disability and Paid Family Leave Short-Term Disability /

Long-Term Disability Life Insurance Additional Support:

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Retirement:

401(k) plan with employer matching contributions

Professional Development:

Employer-paid professional development opportunities, selected by staff

Time Off Paid Holidays:

28 paid holidays and/or half-days per year Paid Time Off (PTO): 21 days per year

Health/Wellness Days:

5 days per year

Longevity Bonus:

Additional 7 PTO days after 5 years of employment How to

Apply:

Email a detailed cover letter explaining why this job would be a great fit for you, a résumé and three (3) references to jobs@carecenny.org with "Staff Attorney" in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. CARECEN is an equal opportunity employer and embraces diversity. Immigrants, women, BIPOC, LGBTQ+ and persons from other traditionally marginalized groups are encouraged to apply.

Pay:

$72,500.00 - $84,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Loan forgiveness Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Vision insurance

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Hempstead, NY 11550