Central American Resource Center (CARECEN)

ATTORNEY POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT   The Central American Resource Center (CARECEN) Legal Services Department seeks an attorney to work on direct legal assistance, public education, and pro bono recruitment in the area of immigration and community legal services. Position Overview: CARECEN is looking for a dynamic attorney experienced in the area of immigration law and community advocacy to work under the supervision of the Legal Services Director to provide direct immigration-related Legal Services and community outreach by: § Providing direct legal assistance to clients primarily in matters of Immigration Law. These legal services include direct legal interviews of clients, conducting intake on a weekly basis, and maintaining own caseload.  § Recruiting and supervising law students and volunteers at Citizenship and Deferred Action workshops. § Offering educational workshops in relevant areas of immigration law and other issues of interest to our community and engaging in public speaking opportunities held in collaboration with churches, educational institutions, partner organizations and neighborhood associations for the community. § Participating in coalition and stakeholder meetings related to immigration issues, policy directives, and regulations.  § Assisting in development of CARECEN’s pro bono legal program, including working with established contacts and recruitment of pro bono attorneys. Candidate Qualifications: ·        1-3+ years of experience in immigration law and immigrant rights ·        Spanish Fluency ·        Excellent oral and written communication skills ·        Experience in community outreach (preferred) ·        Excellent organizational and team-building skills ·        Demonstrated commitment to social justice and ability to sensitively relate to and work with low-income immigrant clients, grassroots groups and community-based organizations ·        Must have strong interest in trial advocacy and complex legal issues ·        Must be passionate and creative in resolving client legal issues, through collaboration with organizations, social workers, foreign consulates, and other entities ·        Ability to work under pressure and to handle multiple and changing priorities and tasks ·        Must be able to work some evenings and weekends ·        Admitted to practice law in any state Bar or the Washington, D.C. Bar.   Compensation Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications, between $75-$85k. Competitive benefits package includes paid medical insurance and generous vacation, holidays and personal/sick-leave. Application Process: Applicants with professional, volunteer, and/or personal ties to the low-income immigrant communities in the metropolitan Washington, DC area are encouraged to apply. Those interested should send a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to Genevieve Augustin, Central American Resource Center via e-mail at [email protected]. 

ATTORNEY POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT   The Central American Resource Center (CARECEN) Legal Services Department seeks an attorney to work on direct legal assistance, public education, and pro bono recruitment in the area of immigration and community legal services. Position Overview: CARECEN is looking for a dynamic attorney experienced in the area of immigration law and community advocacy to work under the supervision of the Legal Services Director to provide direct immigration-related Legal Services and community outreach by: § Providing direct legal assistance to clients primarily in matters of Immigration Law. These legal services include direct legal interviews of clients, conducting intake on a weekly basis, and maintaining own caseload.  § Recruiting and supervising law students and volunteers at Citizenship and Deferred Action workshops. § Offering educational workshops in relevant areas of immigration law and other issues of interest to our community and engaging in public speaking opportunities held in collaboration with churches, educational institutions, partner organizations and neighborhood associations for the community. § Participating in coalition and stakeholder meetings related to immigration issues, policy directives, and regulations.  § Assisting in development of CARECEN’s pro bono legal program, including working with established contacts and recruitment of pro bono attorneys. Candidate Qualifications: ·        1-3+ years of experience in immigration law and immigrant rights ·        Spanish Fluency ·        Excellent oral and written communication skills ·        Experience in community outreach (preferred) ·        Excellent organizational and team-building skills ·        Demonstrated commitment to social justice and ability to sensitively relate to and work with low-income immigrant clients, grassroots groups and community-based organizations ·        Must have strong interest in trial advocacy and complex legal issues ·        Must be passionate and creative in resolving client legal issues, through collaboration with organizations, social workers, foreign consulates, and other entities ·        Ability to work under pressure and to handle multiple and changing priorities and tasks ·        Must be able to work some evenings and weekends ·        Admitted to practice law in any state Bar or the Washington, D.C. Bar.   Compensation Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications, between $75-$85k. Competitive benefits package includes paid medical insurance and generous vacation, holidays and personal/sick-leave. Application Process: Applicants with professional, volunteer, and/or personal ties to the low-income immigrant communities in the metropolitan Washington, DC area are encouraged to apply. Those interested should send a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to Genevieve Augustin, Central American Resource Center via e-mail at [email protected]. 

In December 2023, SY was finally reunited with her husband. Typically, family petitions take a long time to be approved, but her case was approved within 7 months. With CARECEN's help, the two can start their life together in the US! #immigrantswelcome #familyreunions

CARECEN is now hiring a Bilingual Housing Counselor. Spanish and English fluency required. HUD certified people are encouraged to apply! See here for application instructions and more details: https://lnkd.in/e8Mc_AxX

Abel Nuñez gives his thoughts to WUSA-TV on the growth of Venezuelan migrants making a living on mopeds in DC. He describes how to balance #trafficsafety with the realities of being a #newimmigrant in the USA. https://lnkd.in/exNRtv2m

Thank you for all the work that you do, Jasmin!

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#citizenship #ImmigrantHeritageMonth

CARECEN is now hiring for a Resource Development Associate. Inquire for more details in the link and apply today! https://lnkd.in/eQRU5NrT