Bilingual Immigration Legal Services Administrative Assistant La Casa De Amistad - 4.8 South Bend, IN Job Details Full-time $15 - $17 an hour 9 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Spanish Confidential information handling Microsoft Excel Writing skills Zoom Client file management English Research High school diploma or GED Cultural competency Productivity software Video conferences (communication methods) Video conferencing systems operation Office record organization Full Job Description Accepting Applications until Friday, January 8, 2026! Job Summary As the next step in its growth, the Immigration Legal Services Program at La Casa de Amistad seeks an Administrative Assistant to support our mission to accompany and celebrate Latino and immigrant communities by fostering culturally grounded advocacy, educational, and social services. The Immigration Program Administrative Assistant works under the supervision of the organization's Director of Immigration Legal Services to provide the Immigration Clinic and its clients with a full range of administrative assistance. Attention to cultural norms and needs while working with a diverse community of clients from different immigrant backgrounds is required. The Immigration Program Administrative Assistant must be fully bilingual (fluent in Spanish and English). Experience with and knowledge of immigration legal practice and paralegal skills preferred. Will train. Responsibilities Work on immigration matters and client services under the supervision of the Director of Immigration Legal Services and DOJ Accredited Representatives. Assist the attorney and DOJ Accredited Representatives in client casework with intakes, note taking, receiving and copying client documents, reviewing DOJ Representative approved applications with clients for signing, mailing cases, and communicating with clients. Set up appointments with prospective and current clients, take client payments, and return client phone calls daily. Timely follow up with clients, the attorney, and DOJ Representatives in assisting with immigration case processes. Active listening and record keeping with clients, responding to questions in an ethical, confidential, and culturally sensitive manner. Help maintain and organize the immigration offices and equipment, creating and maintaining filing systems (both physical and electronic/digital) and making routine office purchases. Maintain and update immigration databases, incoming mail, and correspondence daily. Refer clients for services to immigration lawyers and organizations when appropriate. Assist with community education and outreach through participating in, assisting with, and providing information during KYR (Know Your Rights) webinars, workshops, etc. Maintain current and updated immigration legal knowledge through participation in regular immigration legal education webinars and seminars and through seeking information on immigration legal changes, current policies and updates on a weekly basis, along with responses by the organization. Participate in partner agency meetings with immigration team members as needed Protect integrity and confidentiality of client and office files, information, and processes. Other duties as assigned Requirements Bilingual (English/Spanish full fluency) communication, reading and writing skills High School diploma or equivalent, with some college education preferred. Careful research and analytical skills Understanding of recording and maintaining client legal records Effective skills in Client/Customer service, communication, and team collaboration Integrity, trustworthiness, and commitment to confidentiality Prior work/experience in legal office, legal field, or immigration casework, desired Mastery of Microsoft Office, Excel, Google Suite, Zoom Benefits This is a full-time position (32-35 hours per week) & is starting hourly pay of $15 - $17 per hour based on experience and qualifications. Bi-weekly accrued PTO (Paid Time Off) and nine paid holidays Retirement benefits and Medical insurance available (health, vision, and dental) Submit your cover letter and resume to La Casa de Amistad in person or via email to Sean O'Brien at . Position posted until filled.

Pay:

$15.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person