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HUMAN OPTIONS INC

Domestic Violence Advocate

Irvine, CA · On-site

$26 - $27.50/hr

... Legal Advocacy Program Supervisor, the Domestic Violence Advocate (DVA) works in the community to ... medical aid, and counseling services. * Conduct on-scene emergency shelter screenings, as needed ...

HUMAN OPTIONS INC

Domestic Violence Advocate

Irvine, CA

$26 - $27.50/hr

... Legal Advocacy Program Supervisor, the Domestic Violence Advocate (DVA) works in the community to ... medical aid, and counseling services. * Conduct on-scene emergency shelter screenings, as needed ...

HAYNES FAMILY OF PROGRAMS

LVN/LPT

La Verne, CA · On-site

$29.71 - $36.32/hr

Carries out first aid measures in accordance with American Heart Associations First Aid Guidelines ... Community Care Licensing (CCL) * Background Assessment Recommendation (SBAR) format * Maintains ...

HAYNES FAMILY OF PROGRAMS INC

LVN/LPT

La Verne, CA

$29.71 - $36.32/hr

Carries out first aid measures in accordance with American Heart Associations First Aid Guidelines ... Community Care Licensing (CCL) * Background Assessment Recommendation (SBAR) format * Maintains ...

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What is Community Legal Aid?

Community Legal Aid is a nonprofit organization that provides free or low-cost legal assistance to individuals and families who cannot afford private attorneys. Their services typically focus on civil legal matters such as housing, family law, public benefits, and consumer issues. Community Legal Aid helps people understand their legal rights, navigate the court system, and access justice, especially those from marginalized or low-income communities. They may offer legal advice, representation, and educational workshops to empower the community.

What types of cases and clients can I expect to work with as a Community Legal Aid attorney?

As a Community Legal Aid attorney, you'll primarily handle civil legal matters for individuals and families who cannot afford private counsel. These cases often involve housing issues, family law, domestic violence, public benefits, and consumer rights. You will work with a diverse client base, including low-income individuals, seniors, and marginalized communities. The role typically involves a mix of direct client representation, legal counseling, and community outreach, and you'll frequently collaborate with social workers, community organizations, and other legal professionals to provide holistic support.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Community Legal Aid professional?

To thrive as a Community Legal Aid professional, you need a solid understanding of legal principles, case research, and advocacy, typically supported by a law degree and bar admission in your jurisdiction. Familiarity with legal research databases (such as Westlaw or LexisNexis), case management software, and relevant certifications in public interest law are important. Outstanding communication, cultural competency, and empathy are vital soft skills for building trust and effectively supporting diverse clients. These skills and qualifications enable effective legal representation, equitable access to justice, and impactful support for underserved communities.

What is the difference between Community Legal Aid vs Public Defender?

AspectCommunity Legal AidPublic Defender
CredentialsLegal degree, bar admissionLegal degree, bar admission
Work EnvironmentNonprofit offices, community centersCourts, legal offices
Employer & IndustryNonprofit legal services, community advocacyGovernment, criminal defense
Primary FocusCivil cases, low-income clientsCriminal defense, indigent defendants

Community Legal Aid primarily provides civil legal services to low-income individuals, focusing on issues like housing, family law, and public benefits. Public Defenders represent clients in criminal cases for those who cannot afford private attorneys. While both roles require legal credentials and serve underserved populations, their work environments and case types differ significantly.

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Case Manager - Temporary (Weekend Shift)

Path of Life Ministries

Riverside, CA • On-site

$23/hr

Temporary

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 2 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Job Type
Temporary
Description
Location:
Community/Family Shelter
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Department:
Shelter
Reports To:
Manager of Case Management
Job Status:
Temporary, Full-Time 40 hrs. per week
Schedule:
FRIDAY THROUGH MONDAY (WEEKEND SHIFT) 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Pay Rate:
$23.00
About Path of Life Ministries
Path of Life Ministries (POLM) is a 501c3 organization serving those experiencing homelessness in the greater Riverside area. Our strategy is to provide a holistic system of care in an integrated, seamless manner for individuals and families, leading them from a place of crisis to a life of stability and self-sufficiency. Our goal is to walk people home. We seek talented and compassionate individuals able to thrive in a high-capacity and complex landscape of providing human services in a non-profit setting.
Position Overview
Path of Life Ministries (POLM) Case Managers are responsible for working with clients (shelter guests and/or others enrolled in POLM programs) to assess the client's assets and needs, and assist the client in developing and monitoring the following:
  • Individual action plans leading toward self-sufficiency.
  • Short- and long-term goals leading toward the successful completion of that action plan, if not exceed expectations.
  • Tools and/or resources and support systems leading toward and exceeding the successful completion of that action plan.

In the process of assisting the clients in these areas, the role of a Case Manager is to be an advocate, encourager, and resource in the life of the client. Through their relationship with the client, the Case Manager will also help their client surface, identify, and address less than helpful habits and modes of operation and/or thinking that cause, or may cause, dysfunction in the life of the client, which keeps that client from reaching and maintaining self-sufficiency, and/or places or keeps them and their family in a cycle of poverty, instability, dependency, and/or homelessness.
Responsibilities
Maintains Excellent Client Files
  • Tracks Documented Progress and Referrals.
  • Verifies Intake information is complete and accurate and action plan activities run according to program policies and grant guidelines.

Performs all client assessments
  • Develop an Individual Action Plan with each client and monitors the Plan weekly.
  • Provides encouragement and assists clients in attaining and/or addressing the following:
  • Employment, Permanent Housing, Medical/Mental Health Concerns, Federal, State and/or Local mainstream benefit assistance, Personal Identification, Counseling/Referrals/Workshops to address Life Skills, Legal Aid, substance abuse issues, and other necessary services that lead the client to self-sufficiency (not an all-inclusive list).

Supports Program Directors
  • Provides Manager of Case Management and Shelter Manager with weekly reports of client progress and make recommendations regarding continued client participation and/or exit from program.
  • Attends company case management and operations meetings as well as other outside meetings that relate to job responsibility when requested and/or approved.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Benefits
  • 401(k)/Retirement plan
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Path of Life Ministries is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
Requirements
Education and Qualifications
  • Associate or Bachelor's degree in the Social Sciences, Social Work, Psychology, or related field required.
  • Two years of experience in case management services preferred.
  • Experience working with homeless and mentally ill populations is preferred.
  • A working knowledge and practice of Motivational Interviewing, Trauma Informed Care, and the cognitive approach to providing social services and development services.
  • A working knowledge of the "hidden rules" and motivating factors and dynamics of social class and generational poverty in America.
  • Peer Support and/or WRAP Certified preferred.
  • Computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel and (preferably) Access.
  • Experience working with individuals that are chronically unemployed is preferred.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to engage participants and resource providers.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and as an effective team player.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Must maintain and execute confidential information.
  • Highly motivated self-starter and ability to coordinate multiple projects/tasks simultaneously in a high-pressure environment.
  • Ability to work with diverse communities and exercise mature judgment.
  • Problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
  • Employment eligibility verification.
  • Successful completion of background screening.

Requirements include
  • Employment eligibility verification.
  • Successful completion of background screening.

Work Schedule Requirements
  • Work schedules are subject to change, or start and end times may vary based on business needs and operational requirements.
  • Flexibility and adaptability are essential to meet the demands of the role and the organization.

Physical Requirements
  • Sitting for 50% of the time and standing and walking for the other 50%.
  • Carrying up to 30lbs for short distances.
  • Bending down and lifting is occasionally required.

Benefits
  • 401(k)/Retirement plan

Salary Description
$23.00 per hour

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