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Join AmeriCorps with Montana Legal Services Association in Billings MT
ORGANIZATION: Justice for Montanans AmeriCorps Program
Please visit the new page to apply.
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4 people are interested
Are you considering law school or a nonprofit career? Do you want to work with attorneys while assisting low-income Montanans access their civil legal rights? Consider a position with Montana Legal Services Association! The Justice for Montanans AmeriCorps member will provide services to clients including helping process applications, working with clients, and providing legal information and referrals. The member will also assist attorneys with case management, attend court hearings when appropriate, and help with other access to justice initiatives. Additionally, the member will help recruit and coordinate volunteer attorneys, assist with program outreach, and educate the community about available legal services. Members will receive in-depth training on various legal topics and skills for working with diverse clients. For detailed descriptions of all positions available, please see our website: justiceformontanans.org.
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About Justice for Montanans AmeriCorps Program
Location:
616 Helena Ave Suite 100, Helena, MT 59601, US
Mission Statement
The Justice for Montanans AmeriCorps program helps empower low to moderate income Montanans advocate for their legal rights and increase access to justice.
Description
Our program is a great opportunity for individuals to gain experience working in the legal realm and to gain connections with other professionals across the state. AmeriCorps members in our program serve with 4 different organizations: Montana Legal Services Association, Supreme Court Self Help Law Centers, Office of Consumer Protection and Victim Services, and the Montana State Bar. Members perform a variety of duties including working with clients and doing intake, helping attorneys with case management, developing outreach materials and presentations, addressing consumer issues, helping survivors of domestic violence access services, and much more.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
207 N BroadwayBillings, MT 59101
DATE POSTED
June 8, 2017
SKILLS
- Customer Service
- Problem Solving
- Multi-Tasking
- Basic Computer Skills
- Community Outreach
- Verbal / Written Communication
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 40 hours/week
- US citizen or legal permanent resident