Legal Navigator - Surrey, Canada - Sources Community Resources Society

Sources Community Resources Society

Verified Company

Surrey, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Position:
Legal Navigator

Fulltime

Location:
Sources Legal Resource Center (Newton)

Hours: 35 hours per week

We are looking for a Legal navigation Support Worker to join our Sources team This individual must have excellent communication skills, commitment to social justice and be team player.

About Sources

SOURCES is a community-based non-profit organization providing support and hope to communities in the Lower Mainland, on Vancouver Island, and across Northern BC.

Sources strives to create vibrant and resilient communities through support to adults, children, youth, and families facing challenges in life such as mental health, disability, poverty, substance use, and conflict.

We support our communities through leadership, education, and volunteerism.

Sources is committed to learning about, celebrating and incorporating Indigenous knowledge into our practices as we continue our work in truth and reconciliation.

People of all races, cultures, ethnicities, 2SLGBTQIA+, and abilities are welcomed to work with us.

We value diversity, respect, and collaboration as we promote our mission:
social wellness for our community.

Description of position

The position will assist in review of individual claim submission process, supports and assistance to navigate the refugee claim or appeal process (showing clients where to find accurate information about immigration pathways and refugee claim procedures, translating the meaning of a question and transcribing responses on an immigration form, and providing information about avoiding immigration fraud, Liaising with immigration lawyers and legal aid organizations to provide legal advice to the claimant, Assisting claimants in preparing their case by gathering necessary documents and evidence, ensuring they are well-prepared for legal proceedings, Providing support, information and referral, written communication on behalf of the client, and accompaniment to meetings and hearings and Promote and develop relationships with government agencies and other community service providers.

General Responsibilities:

Direct Service:

Screen and identify Individual's legal issues according to program guidelines and funding mandate.
Assess client information and determine eligibility for referral to Legal Aid.
Build and maintain a positive working relationship with other advocates, lawyers, Legal Service Providers, and other relevant groups and individuals.
Followup with lawyers/clients regarding progress/outcome of case.

Administration

Research current policies and procedures, laws, and case law etc. to keep current with various client issues.
Ensure legal resources are kept current.
Maintain complete and accurate program records and statistics for all program activities.
Perform related administrative practices including record keeping, file management and reporting to accredited standards.

Qualifications:

Post-Secondary education/or equivalent training and education in Psychology, Sociology or a related social services program.
Two years' experience working in a related field.
Good understanding of Immigration/refugee Law
Knowledge of community resources and other social service agencies.
Selfmotivated with the ability to run an organized caseload.
Priority will be given to individuals with one of the following languages: Punjabi, Hindi, Arabic, Dari, Pashto, Spanish and Tigrinya
Must have a valid BC Driver's License and access to a vehicle.

Start Date:

ASAP

Salary:
$26.78 to start

Benefits (if applicable):

100% employer paid coverage for extended health and dental
Long term disability, life insurance, critical illness insurance, accidental death & dismemberment coverage
Employee & Family Assistance plan
Pension plan
Generous paid time off, starting at 3 weeks

Closing Date:
Open until filled