Imagine waking up every morning with the chance to change someone's life. Imagine knowing your efforts will benefit both your career and our neighbors around the world. At CWS, our team knows they are making a difference every day. Whether you're in our U.S.-based offices supporting refugees, asylees or unaccompanied children ... implementing hygiene initiatives in Cambodia or rebuilding projects in Central America ... or even connecting remotely from your home on fundraising campaigns, grant reports, or critical communications - you have the opportunity to work towards a world where everyone has food, a voice and a safe place to call home.
The Senior Know Your Rights (KYR) Specialist is responsible for provision of KYR presentations and legal screenings for children in ORR custody. The Senior KYR Specialist will serve as a “shift lead” for KYR team members working onsite at the ORR facility, providing technical advice and mentorship for KYR Specialists, and logistical support as needed.
Education: Bachelor’s degree required. Partial-accreditation through the Department of Justice is desired (CWS will apply on the incumbent’s behalf).
Experience: Experience with US immigration issues and terminology and with DHS documentation as it relates to refugees, parolees, asylees, and other immigrants. Experience representing clients in immigration matters. Fluency in Spanish is required.
Other Skills: Spanish language skills required. Superior written and verbal communication skills are required. The successful candidate must be computer literate, with proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word and Access) and internet applications. Driver’s license in good standing required as well as personal vehicle for frequent, reimbursable local travel.
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