Client Assistant
The Harriett Buhai Center for Family Law seeks a Client Assistant who is hardworking, detail oriented, able to handle multiple tasks, has strong communication skills (both in English and in Spanish) and is able to work with a diverse group of people.
The Client Assistant will work closely with the Center’s clients and engage in a wide range of job functions related to screening prospective clients and maintaining the Center’s family law case files. The Client Assistant will regularly answer and screen prospective clients during New Client Phones. If appropriate the Client Assistant will schedule the prospective client with an appointment. When the prospective client comes for their first appointment the Client Assistant will be responsible for completing an intake and verifying that the prospective client meets the Center’s eligibility guidelines. In addition this position will provide assistance to an instructor in an incarcerated setting with female inmates. The Client Assistant must be able to travel to all parts of the County of Los Angeles to the Center’s outreach sites. Strong computer skills preferred. Understanding of public benefits preferred.
Salary commensurate with experience. Benefits package includes health, dental, vision and long term disability insurance. EOE.
Requirements:
· Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certification from an accredited school.
· Fluent in English and Spanish (both verbal and written)
· Valid CA driver’s license, car and proof of adequate motor vehicle insurance.
· Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check.
· Willingness to regularly work in a locked incarcerated facility.
Candidates meeting these qualifications should apply to jobs@hbcfl.org with a cover letter and resume. Please, no phone inquiries.