Afghan Program Bilingual Paralegal

Applications accepted on an ongoing basis until position is filled. 

OUR PURPOSE

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Denver has been serving Northern Colorado since 1927. We serve tens of thousands of people each year in seven ministries: Marisol Services, Early Childhood Education, Shelter Services, Catholic Charities Housing, St. Raphael Counseling, Family, Kinship, and Senior Services; and Parish & Community Engagement. 

Our employees are crucial to our success in achieving our mission to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ to the poor and those in need. Catholic Charities provides a work environment where self-motivated and mission driven individuals are recognized and rewarded. 

Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to welcoming applicants and program participants of all faiths; as well as an inclusive and welcoming environment for staff, volunteers, and program participants. Candidates who bring diversity to our team are encouraged to apply. 

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

An Afghan Program Bilingual Paralegal at Catholic Charities will: 

• Work closely with Afghan Program attorneys to provide direct representation to ORR-eligible Afghans, including refugees, asylees, SIVs, and humanitarian parolees.
• Assist in maintenance of case management and data systems.
• Assist in providing document translation services.
• Provide interpretation in Dari and/or Pashto and cultural bridging between staff and Afghan clients to ensure delivery of linguistically appropriate and culturally sensitive legal services.
• Cultivate partnerships and contacts with other organizations, government agencies, firms and businesses.
• Promotes and adheres to Catholic Charities’ vision, mission, values, and Code of Ethics.
• Models Catholic Charities’ commitment to treating all persons with respect and dignity.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Good steward of Agency human, financial, and capital resources.
• Participates effectively as a team member through communication, cooperation, information-sharing, and problem-solving.
• Participates in staff trainings and programs as required.
• Maintains confidentiality of client and agency information.
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Any other tasks or duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bilingual in Dari or Pashto with written and verbal fluency required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and Excel required.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and work under deadlines.
• Knowledge of the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and the appropriate techniques and practices for the client population.
• Ability to interact effectively as a team member and independently with Agency staff and with a diverse client base.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from accredited four-year college or university preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Must have a valid driver's license in the state of Colorado.
• Must take the COIL course and submit DOJ accreditation application within a reasonable time.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and use hands to handle and feel. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Travel: Occasionally drives to other offices/locations.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

OTHER

• Equipment Used: General Office equipment, Laptop, etc.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Training: We provide a robust training curriculum that will support our employees throughout their career. Training provided within the first year of employment includes: De-escalation & Safety; Mental Health First Aid; Substance Abuse & Mental Health; Human Trafficking; Trauma Informed Care; and many more. 

Benefits: In addition to being part of a higher purpose while working in a challenging yet rewarding environment, eligible Catholic Charities employees receive a generous benefits package, including: 

• Shift is Full Time 
• Extensive Paid Time Off (4 weeks accrual for new employees - increasing based on tenure) promoting work life balance. 
• 15 Paid Holidays annually (shelters are 24/7, so if a holiday is worked, holiday pay is included.) 
• 403b Retirement Plan with Agency contribution of 4% & match up to 2% of annual compensation. 
• Choice of 3 PPO Medical Plans (90% of employee's and 75% of dependent’s premiums is paid by Agency), Dental, & Vision starting the 1st day of the month following start date. 
• May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through Federal Student Loans and many more benefits. 

**Part-time employees (20-29 hours per week) also receive paid annual leave, company paid holidays, and 403b retirement plan with agency contribution and match. 

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you are ready to make answer the call and make a difference, please submit your application online at ccdenver.org/careers. We look forward to meeting you! 

We conduct background checks as part of our hiring process. Drug-Free Workplace. 

Catholic Charities serves all with respect, dignity, and without discrimination in compliance with all local, state, or federal law. Consistent with applicable laws, Catholic Charities makes all decisions involving any aspect of employment or volunteer relationships without regard to any status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, other than those positions which are deemed ministerial in nature (such as Chaplain requiring a clerical background). Unlawful discrimination and/or harassment is inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. 

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