Legal Assistant

Location: Achieva Main Office – South Side (Hybrid: Up to 2 remote days per week)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Hourly
Pay Rate: $23.54/hour
Sign-On Bonus: Up to $2,000

Make a Meaningful Impact 

Are you a legal or office assistant passionate about making a difference in the lives of people with disabilities? Join Achieva, a respected nonprofit organization serving as a corporate trustee for special needs trusts. In this role, you'll support individuals with a variety of disabilities by helping to secure their financial futures while protecting critical government benefits. 

About Achieva 

For more than 70 years, Achieva has been committed to empowering people with disabilities and their families. Our vision is a community where all individuals lead lives of personal significance. We work in partnership with individuals, families, and professionals to ensure every person's goals are supported with dignity, respect, and inclusivity. 

Position Summary:

Provides administrative and legal support for the Legal and Tax areas of Achieva Family Trust (“AFT”). Performs information management, prepares and reviews trust-related documents, corresponds with individuals concerning trust matters, notary services, and provides administrative support.  Completes special projects as assigned and detailed by the Trust Attorney, Vice President of AFT, and/or the President of AFT. Reports to the Trust Attorney and receives assignments from the entire legal team.  

Responsibilities: 

1. Supports the achievement of individuals’ personal outcomes;

2. Performs detailed information management by maintaining accurate and up-to-date databases on trust beneficiaries;

3. Prepares and manages various trust-related documents, up to and including the drafting and review of such documents;

4. Corresponds with attorneys, beneficiaries, family members, and others in regards to potential or existing trust matters (via phone, email, and other channels);

5. Assists with the opening and closing of trust accounts;

6. Provides administrative support such as scheduling, record-keeping, and general office functions;

7. Assists in the administration of the payments received and sent for the Income Spend Down Trust program; the opening and closing of accounts for Income Spend Down Trusts; and other related matters to ensure compliance with program requirements;

8. Performs notary public services;

9. Assists with other trust administration functions and projects as assigned; 

10. Performs other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications:

1. Equivalent of an Associate’s degree in related field;

2. Must either currently be a Pennsylvania Notary Public or willing to become a Pennsylvania Notary Public within 6 months of employment;

3. Excellent in-person, phone, and email communication skills;

4. Proficient computer skills; 

5. Prior office experience;

6. Experience and interest in a disability-field preferred;

7. Experience and interest in the area of estates and trusts preferred;

8. Must meet Act 33 and 34 and FBI clearance requirements.

Why Join Achieva? 

Purpose-Driven Work: Contribute to a mission that truly changes lives.

Supportive Environment: Join a collaborative, professional, and mission-focused team.

Comprehensive Benefits Include: 

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low employee contributions and deductibles.

• Insurance Coverage: Company-paid term life, accidental death, and long-term disability.

• 403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer contributions after one year, even without employee contribution.

• Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support.

• Generous Paid Time Off and holidays to maintain work-life balance.

Our Commitment to Inclusion 

Achieva is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and is committed to creating a workplace and community where all individuals feel respected, included, and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

We are dedicated to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in employment, programs, and activities. To request an accommodation, contact Human Resources at 412-995-5000 ext. 650 or hrsupport@achieva.info