Legal Aid - Employment Authorization Document Assistance

Job Description – Legal Aid – Employment Authorization Document (EAD) Assistance - Reformed Church of Highland Park Affordable Housing Corporation

 

Position Description

 

The Legal Aid will provide crucial support to newly arrived immigrants and refugees by assisting them with the application process for their Employment Authorization Document (EAD). This position is 10-20 hours/week, with some evening and weekend availability.

 

Responsibilities

 

• Conduct one-on-one sessions to assist immigrants in completing their EAD applications (Form I-765) and ensure accurate and timely submission.
• Review and organize necessary documentation (e.g., proof of identity, status, photos) to support EAD applications.
• Educate clients on the EAD application process, including timelines, requirements, and any relevant fees.
• Assist clients in understanding their rights and responsibilities regarding their EAD.
• Maintain case files and track the progress of EAD applications, ensuring clients are updated on their application status.
• Follow up with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) as necessary to resolve issues or delays.
• Provide referrals to legal services for cases requiring more specialized assistance.
• Other tasks as assigned.

 

Travel Requirements:

 

• Travel to Mercer, Monmouth, and Ocean counties is required 3 days a week to participate in EAD clinics and meet with clients.
• Travel to Highland Park is required 2 days a week.
• Mileage reimbursement will be provided.

 

Qualifications:

 

• Bilingual in Spanish or Haitian Creole is required.
• Knowledge of U.S. immigration processes, particularly the EAD application, is highly preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.

 

Reformed Church of Highland Park Affordable Housing Corporation (RCHP-AHC)

RCHP-AHC is an equal opportunity employer. Diversity is a core value at RCHP-AHC and in its program, Interfaith-RISE. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and service environment for all clients, staff, and volunteers. We believe every member on our team and in our community enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design, and deliver solutions. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or other protected or unprotected categories. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.