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  • Paralegal- 6 Years of Law firm experience
    Paralegal- 6 Years of Law firm experience
    8 days ago
    Full-time
    Sunnyside, Queens

    Paralegal My client is seeking a Paralegal to provide organizational and practice specific assistance to attorneys in preparing cases from onset through post-trial. The person in this role will be expected to be physically present in the Firm’s New York or San Francisco office at least three or four days per week, with more on-site support required during pretrial and trial phases. MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS: 6 years of paralegal experience, litigation experience, trial experience Location: Oakland, California. For a law firm Responsibilities:  Facilitate and coordinate logistics during negotiations, arbitrations, trials, and settlement discussions; create trial and witness notebooks, identify and organize exhibits, coordinate witness schedules, maintain trial calendars, set up trial spaces, and travel for trial as needed.  Organize and prepare pleadings and discovery documents and support litigation by reviewing, finalizing, and compiling documents.  Assist and manage the discovery process, prepare for depositions, and prepare for expert discovery.  Speak with clients and potential clients to pursue investigations and facilitate case administration.  Assist in case investigations and development by conducting factual and legal research.  Draft, proofread, and format routine correspondence and litigation documents and conforming to applicable rules of federal court, state courts, administrative agencies, and arbitration forums.  Perform and oversee cite-checking, Shepardize case law, confirm case quotes, and proofread briefs and other legal documents.  Maintain electronic case files and manage large document discovery databases.  Interact and liaise with clients and vendors.  Train more junior members of the Litigation Operations team.  Assist with administrative tasks and ad hoc assignments for attorneys.  Proactively assume other duties as necessary. k Qualifications: The successful candidate will have a combination of employment, educational, and life experience that demonstrates the qualities and skills below:  Education and Experience: You have a minimum of 5 years of experience as a paralegal or case manager at a law firm. You have a strong familiarity with federal and state court litigation procedures and experience with trial technology (e.g., CaseMap, TextMap, Sanction). You have a proven track record of supporting attorneys in all aspects of litigation in a highly collaborative environment. Paralegal certification or equivalent preferred.  Leadership: You have experience building, mentoring, and developing a team and cultivating a respectful work environment. You lead by example.  Clear Communication and Attention to Detail: You express yourself clearly and concisely, always highlighting the most important information. You proactively communicate the status of your work and share updates with colleagues when necessary. You ensure that your work is mistake free.  Confidentiality: You must be able to adhere to Firm policies regarding the protection of confidential data and demonstrate sensitivity to (and good judgment in connection with) confidential attorney, personnel, and Firm matters.  Flexibility and Organization: You are versatile and able to respond quickly and positively to shifting demands and opportunities. You are comfortable in an environment where your responsibilities may vary from day to day. You demonstrate a “no job too big, no job too small” attitude, and take a collaborative, team-focused approach to rejuggling priorities and contributing to Firm tasks. You are comfortable balancing tasks of varying levels of urgency and complexity and work well under pressure with tight deadlines.  Ownership, Initiative, and Teamwork: You take ownership of your projects and follow through on their completion. You proactively anticipate, communicate, and work to independently resolve obstacles you encounter in your work. You possess a strong client- service orientation and ability to work well individually and as part of a team.  Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.  Mission Orientation: You are enthusiastic and passionate about our commitment to advocating for employee rights. You want to work in an organization where the commitment to DE&I is about more than a statement, and k to know that your work is part of ongoing efforts towards progress. You thrive when your work is connected to purpose. Compensation: An attractive compensation package (tailored to experience), with target base compensation range of $40.00 to $44.00 per hour (non-exempt, annualizing to $85,000 to $93,000 per year based on 40 hours of work per week, and overtime- eligible). This includes a robust benefits package including healthcare benefits.

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  • Residential Coordinator
    Residential Coordinator
    2 months ago
    $52500–$58000 yearly
    Full-time
    Hackensack River Waterfront, Jersey City

    If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity to work in the non-profit area Hudson Milestones could be a wonderful organization for you to join! The Residential Coordinator (Group Home Manager) or RC, position requires experience in planning and implementing programs for adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities. It involves quality assurance, training of staff, preparation of programmatic and financial data reports, and personnel related responsibilities. The RC is responsible for ensuring a smooth operation and remaining compliant with agency and state regulations. We are looking for a strong candidate to lead a Hudson County based Group Home. Responsibilities/Requirements include but are not limited to: Responsible for reading, knowing and complying with all appropriate governing documents in the administration of their programs be it contracts, agency policies and procedures, State or Federal standards, specific program operations manuals and circulars both internal and external, and the like. Ensures compliance with the agency’s Operations and Personnel Manuals and the Division of Developmental Disabilities Standards Manual. Completes and/or reviews and submits all logs, records, forms, schedules, and reports as required by the agency and the Division of Developmental Disabilities. Maintains all program files according to agency and Division of Developmental Disabilities specifications. Attends meetings and training as directed by the Director of Residential Services. Ensures nutritional and dietary needs of the clients are met. Ensures maintenance of dietary and nutritional information on clients. Ensures all Individual Habilitation Plans and supporting documentation are implemented and consistent with agency and State philosophy and requirements and monitors same. Supervises maintenance of home and property, assuring safe, clean, and orderly environment. Ensures proper program coverage by staff at all times, consistent with client needs and program budget. Coordinates client health care including scheduling and reporting appointments and treatment. Provides transportation to medical appointments when necessary. Supervises medication dispersion and documentation. Report all unusual incident reports and internal reports Facilitates family and guardian contacts. Directs staff and volunteers in program, providing guidance, role modeling and instruction as needed. Ensures full and comprehensive training and orientation of new staff and substitutes. Completes staff evaluations and new hire probationary logs. Maintains professional demeanor in all interactions with clients, supervisors, staff, families, neighbors, professionals and others involved in the program. Maintains, documents, and disperses household funds including petty cash, grocery, client funds, recreation, salary and clothing disbursement. Coordinates daily activity and recreation schedules ensuring follow through and completion. Ensures client development in: A. Self Help Skills B. Community Living C. Social Skills D. Activities of Daily Living Ensures implementation and monitoring of Individual Habilitation Plans, Behavior Support Plans and other training plans required. Participate and ensures accuracy of payroll reporting. Provides transportation for residents as necessary. During off hours, serves as the “On Call” in case of an emergency in order to provide coverage or as directed by the Director of Residential Services. Implements department wide programming as requested by the Director of Residential. Monitors program budget to ensure appropriate expenditures. Coordinates, attends and/or schedules all required meetings relevant to the operation of the residential program as directed by the Director of Residential Services and/or Chief Executive Officer. Provides a consistent means of relaying information from the Administration to staff and vice versa as needed. Works flexible hours as necessary for the benefit of the program. Respects the confidential nature of all information regarding clients and families. Ensures that a client’s dignity is not compromised in any way. Ensures that a safe and healthy environment is maintained for all clients at all times. Cooperates with the Licensee and any Department staff in any inspection or investigation. Performs all other duties as assigned by the Director of Residential Services and/or the Chief Executive Officer or his/her designee. All staff are strongly encouraged to participate in any/all fundraising activities to any extent possible. Each RC is required to work 1 evening, 1 Weekend Day, and 1 overnight per month for staff supervision. Candidates must possess a valid NJ driver's license (or transfer), be 21 and older, pass physical & substance screening, fingerprinting and complete online state mandated training prior to Orientation. EOE V/W/D Position Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education, Psychology or related field, or Equivalent Valid New Jersey driver’s license (Probationary/Provisional not accepted) Strong written and oral communication skills. Twenty-one years of age or older. Supervisory skills a must. A minimum of three (3) years experience working with people with intellectual/developmental disabilities including individual habilitation plan development, program monitoring and behavioral plan development experience One (1) year experience in a residential program as a Group Home Manager Two (2) years additional experience in a residential program in a supervisory role. EOE Statement: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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