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Job Description LEAD FAMILY SPECIALIST & FOSTER PARENT TRAINER Full Title: Lead Family Specialist & Foster Parent Trainer – Foster Care Location: Albany, NY Program: Regular Foster Care - Albany Type: Full-time; Non-Exempt (hourly) Pay Range: $23.60 - $25.69 Schedule: Monday-Friday: flexed schedule; Sometimes on Saturday for Recruitment Notes: Hybrid (office/remote); Local Travel Required: a Clean & Valid NYS Driver’s License and reliable vehicle required. Job Ref. #: 0254 About St. Catherine’s Center for Children St. Catherine’s Center for Children is a non-profit organization located in the Greater Capital Region of New York. We offer a wide array of human services designed to meet the needs of vulnerable children, families and adults, including residential and therapeutic foster care programs for children and youth, Kinship support, homeless and community-based services for adults and families, a special education elementary school for ages 5-13, and so much more. St. Catherine’s is committed to cultivating a culture where all employees feel safe to bring their authentic and best selves to the workplace. We are invested in fostering an equitable, inclusive and diversified workplace; collaboratively embracing mindfulness, relevance, respect and solidarity. • Our Mission: St. Catherine's Center for Children provides a comprehensive range of human services designed to offer hope, foster growth, and improve the lives of the children, families, and adults we serve., • Our Vision: Our willingness to embrace change and develop new services is, and will remain, our guiding philosophy as we support the human service needs of our community. Position Overview & Organizational Relationships The Lead Family Specialist & Foster Parent Trainer provides support services, psycho-educational counseling and skill-building to children and their families, as well as, assist the Home Finding Supervisor in manage training needs of families in the Foster Care and Kinship Program. The Lead family Specialist & Foster Parent Trainer carry a small caseload up to three in order to meet the demands training families for delivery of our families within Foster Care and Kinship. The Lead Family Specialist & Foster Parent Trainer is the linkage between the treatment team and community services (educational, clinical, occupational, etc.) supporting the child and family members. In addition, the Lead Family Specialist & Foster Parent Trainer work along with the Supervisor of Home Finding, Supervisor of Foster Care, and Director of Foster Care & Kinship Care to ensure quality services are provided to children/youth in care, as well as, maintain numbers of families to retain the integrity of foster parent professional development. This position is split 50/50 between Lead Family Specialist and Foster Parent Trainer in order to meet the duties and responsibilities within the program. This position is directly supervised by the Supervisor of Home Finding. Requirements & Qualifications • Bachelor’s Degree in a human service area with a demonstrated capacity to work with a diverse range of people., • required., • A Clean & Valid New York State Driver’s License (actively licensed at least one year) and reliable vehicle for transporting clients - is required*., • The capacity to enter the lives of clients and accept their limitations, is a prerequisite., • Experience working in a Human Services agency., • Ability to collaborate with other team members., • Basic computer skills are highly desirable., • Ability to work flexible hours to accommodate client schedules, which may include evening and/or weekend hours., • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong working relationships with regulatory bodies., • Excellent organization, planning and time management skills., • Proficiency in various computer applications: Microsoft Office Suite, Google Business Workspace Suite, and use secure Internet practices., • Self-motivated and engaged, with a strong attention to detail; Excellent writing aptitude., • A kind, warm and caring mindset; Capable of exhibiting empathy for those in need., • Ability to nurture and show compassion and understanding for clients/children in crisis., • Have a professional record of integrity, proven reliability and dependability, with qualities of positivity, flexibility and adaptability to day-to-day changes with client needs and functioning., • Capable of exercising ethical, independent judgment and discretion; handle sensitive family and individual data with strict confidentiality. *Staff in driving positions must be able to meet the agency’s minimum requirements of our insurance policy for authorized drivers; including, but not limited to the minimum age of 21 at time of hire, and the ability to maintain insurability throughout employment. Essential Duties & Responsibilities • Regularly take the lead in updating the agency’s Family Specialist Training Manual. As assigned by the foster care director, provide training sessions linked to the manual and its incorporation into day-to-day operations., • Provide follow-up 1:1 support linked to case documentation for newly hired family specialists with the State CONNECTIONS system and with St. Catherine’s AWARDS electronic record system. Ensure that family specialists can navigate the systems and document case information efficiently., • Oversee development of admission note and initial Service Plan in conjunction with the Program Supervisor and others involved with the child’s placement and treatment., • Schedule and attend quarterly Service Plan Reviews, revising the Service Plan to meet the child’s current treatment needs., • Provide consultation and supervision to foster parents to assure that effective treatment procedures are followed through home visits and weekly phone consultation., • In Specialized Foster Care Program, a minimum of one home visit per month is required., • In Family Focused Therapeutic Foster Care, a minimum of two home visits per month are required., • Evaluate treatment, parenting and care of the child and maintain records on each placement., • Incorporate ongoing training with the program supervisor to professional parents into cluster meetings., • Collect and review documentation records kept by foster parents., • Maintain contact with child’s birth family and arrange the child’s visits with their family., • Coordinate services and advocate for the child with community agencies, schools, and mental health agencies., • Document caseworker contacts and treatment progress in progress notes and FASPS in the New York State “Connections” computer system., • Using strength-based approaches, engage with the child's family to develop a partnership., • Assess for family needs and make appropriate referrals for the child’s birth family or legal guardian., • Facilitate the relationship between foster parents and birth parents., • Convene and facilitate parent groups for both birth and professional parents., • Provide 24-hour on-call availability for foster parents on a rotating basis., • Work closely with clinical consultants, psychiatrist and other professionals providing services to the child., • Prepare written Discharge Summaries when client children are discharged from the Therapeutic Family Programs., • Able to react to change productively and to handle other tasks as assigned., • With the nursing department and the foster parent, coordinate the child's medical care. This may include assisting the foster parents and transportation to/from medical appointments., • Supervised visits using the “Coached Family Visits Model”., • Attend psychiatric medication reviews, providing updates to the psychiatric professionals on the child's functioning., • Additional position-related duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Program Supervisor or Director. Organization of Professional Foster Parent Recruitment Campaign: • Coordinate all aspects of the recruitment for Therapeutic Foster Care and Kinship Program of professional foster parents with the assistance of the Supervisor of Home Finding and Director., • Ability to present Therapeutic Foster Care and Kinship Programs and to describe the job of professional foster parents for both programs to groups., • Ability to specifically reach out and recruit families as part of the Home Finding Recruitment and Retention plan., • Be familiar with and understand regulations for OMH, DSS, and OCFS., • Ensures all homes are in alignment with current and new OFCS administrative directives., • Screening of Prospective Professional Foster Care Parents., • Assist with certification process of new foster/kinship family homes in the Specialized and Therapeutic Programs., • Coordinate with Family Specialist’s in both programs to identify Kinship Relative/Non Relative’s to increase number of homes., • Conducting initial face-to-face interview and orientation with parent applicants in both programs., • Follow up contacts with parent applicants., • Under the supervision of the Supervisor of Home Finding, approve homes and appropriately investigate Professional Parents, including home inspections and the completion of all application materials, including but not limited to the writing of a home study. Training of Professional Foster Care Parents: • Assist and train in NTDC preparation and training for Professional Foster Parents., • Assist and train in Deciding Together, Care for Our Own, and KinGap training for Professional Foster/Kinship Parents., • Implement preplacement training program for Professional Foster Parents, • Plan foster parent meetings and training, along with Lead Home Finder., • Track training hours of all Foster/Kinship Boarding homes to ensure training requirements are being met., • Ensure CPR training is up-to-date to current and new foster families., • Evaluate and support treatment, foster parenting, and care of the child; maintain accurate, up-to-date records for each placement., • Facilitate the relationship between foster parents and birth parents so that there is a healthy dynamic., • Convene and facilitate parent groups for both birth and professional parents, as called upon., • Provide 24-hour on-call availability for foster parents on a rotating basis, per the director’s on-call schedule for the department., • Complete other position-related duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor and director.Core Competencies & Essential Attributes, • Ability to drive a properly insured motor vehicle for home visits to client, foster and birth family homes, and other on-site contacts, as well as transporting clients to referring agencies, collaborative agencies, appointments, various activities, etc., • Ability to complete written documentation as required by St. Catherine’s policy and as required by regulating agencies that have oversight responsibility for St. Catherine’s programs., • Ability to assess and develop written treatment plans, utilizing the Sanctuary model and other models of care adopted by the agency., • Ability and capacity to provide on-call coverage for emergency and crisis situations., • Physical capacity to complete activities with children., • Ability to supervise, counsel, and provide emotional support to foster parents., • Ability to identify children’s mental health needs and relay those areas of need to others on the treatment team., • Ability to work flexible hours, outside of regularly scheduled work hours., • Ability to relate to and communicate with a wide range of people. This includes but is not limited to a broad range of people who are culturally and socio-economically diverse, as well as people with various developmental and functional levels., • Ability to manage one’s own emotional reactivity in order to make appropriate professional judgments under stressful circumstances; separate personal matters from client issues., • Ability to understand, represent, and uphold the mission, values, and philosophy of St. Catherine’s Center for Children, while strictly adhering to agency policies, operational protocols, state laws, and accrediting body regulations., • Excellent communication skills (written/verbal); Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong working relationships with other agency staff, outside service providers and professionals, and other regulatory bodies., • Value a nurturing family as the ideal environment for a person; have confidence in the principle that people have the capacity to grow and change at their own pace and motivation., • Ability and conceptualizations necessary to embrace and work effectively within a therapeutic-based program., • Work effectively in a shared decision-making model as a team member; which includes the ability to listen attentively to others’ opinions and perspectives, and to resolve disagreements respectfully., • The ability to establish and maintain a respectful relationship with persons-served, helping them gain skills and confidence, empowering them to solve their own problems.

Job Description Ready to Make a Difference?The Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York, a nonprofit civil legal services program, is seeking a Disability Advocacy Program Staff Attorney. The Attorney will primarily be responsible for providing legal representation and assistance to clients suffering from intellectual limitations, anxiety, depression, HIV, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, musculoskeletal impairments, Crohn's disease, diabetes, cancer, and cardiovascular diseases. Our service area spans sixteen counties, in upstate New York, encompassing six regional offices. This position is based out of our Albany Office. For more information about our work, our staff, and our clients, visit www.lasnny.orgWe are a unionized program with excellent benefits, offering generous time off, excellent health insurance coverage with premiums primarily paid by LASNNY, health and long-term disability insurance, retirement contributions, tuition reimbursement, qualifying moving expenses, and flexible hybrid-remote and alternative work schedules.We seek an attorney who will be dedicated to our mission and will seek justice and fairness for individuals in our community. We are skilled, creative and compassionate advocates combining a passion to serve with the skills and will to address both individual and systemic injustice. Skills and Education RequirementsMust be licensed to practice law in NYS or be eligible for admission. Law Graduates will be considered if they have taken the bar exam.Must be able to communicate effectively with clients and staff, work independently and efficiently, and be able to problem solve and work collaboratively with community partner agency staff.Training or experience in community lawyering or community organizing, demonstrated strong listening and relationship-building skills, experience, creativity, and willingness to use varied legal and non-legal advocacy tools to advance community-identified initiatives preferred.Must be willing to travel throughout our service area;New York State resident with reliable transportationStrong computer, administrative, reporting, and data entry skills required.Multi-lingual, Spanish, or Chinese preferred.Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvide legal assistance to clients dealing with intellectual, mental or physical limitations.Provide legal representation and assistance in Social Security Disability and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) claims and may be assigned cases involving eligibility for public assistance and Medicaid benefits.Provide a full range of legal services, including counsel and advice, referrals, representation in administrative hearings, affirmative and defensive litigation, systemic advocacy, community legal education, outreach and engagement, and community lawyering.Participate in training and advocacy initiatives, ensuring your skills and knowledge remain sharp.Build strong relationships with clients while navigating complex legal landscapes, all within a supportive and relaxed company culture that prioritizes empathy and integrity.Work collaboratively with other LASNNY attorneys/paralegals to maximize access to LASNNY services.Work EnvironmentThis position operates in a professional law office environment and occasionally may require the carrying of regular office supplies. This role requires using standard office equipment and software and remote videoconferencing platforms. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.At LASNNY we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual's race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state or local laws. In furtherance of our culture, we strongly encourage applications from women, BIPOC, LGBTQI+ persons, protected veterans, applicants and recipients of public assistance, older adults, and people with disabilities. If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at LASNNY. We will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law. SalaryThis is a union position subject to a negotiated pay scale under the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). The referenced pay range represents the estimated minimum and maximum compensation for this position. Individual salary offers are determined based on the duties of the position, the applicant's experience as credited under the CBA, applicable grant funding levels, and other relevant considerations, including education, qualifications, expertise, market data, and internal equity.

Job Description Ready to Make a Difference?The Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York, a nonprofit civil legal services program, is seeking a Housing Staff Attorney for the Albany office. Legal Aid's mission is to fight for fairness, dignity, and justice for those living in poverty and for a society that is inclusive and equitable for all. We transform lives, build communities, and empower people by using the law to address individual and systemic wrongs and inequities. Our service area spans sixteen counties, in upstate New York, encompassing six regional offices. This position is based out of the Albany office. For more information about our work, staff, and clients, visit www.lasnny.org.We are a unionized program with excellent benefits, offering generous time off, excellent health insurance coverage with premiums primarily paid by LASNNY, health and long-term disability insurance, retirement contributions, tuition reimbursement, qualifying moving expenses, and flexible hybrid-remote and alternative work schedules.Minimum RequirementsMust be licensed to practice law in NYS or be eligible for admission. Law Graduates will be considered if they have taken the bar exam.Applicants must demonstrate a strong commitment to helping low-income and disadvantaged people overcome institutional barriers to employment, safety, housing, and income support and the provision of assertive, compassionate victim sensitive trauma-informed services to victims of domestic violence.Must be able to communicate effectively with clients and staff, work independently and efficiently, and be able to problem solve and work collaboratively with community partner agency staff.Training or experience in community lawyering or community organizing, demonstrated strong listening and relationship-building skills, experience, creativity, and willingness to use varied legal and non-legal advocacy tools to advance community-identified initiatives preferred.Must be willing to travel throughout our service area; a car and a clean valid New York driver's license are required.Strong computer, administrative, reporting, and data entry skills required.The ability to speak Spanish or Chinese is a plus.Staff Attorney Essential DutiesProvide legal assistance to eligible households at risk of homelessness by preventing evictions, securing mainstream benefits, and making referrals to services that will enhance the household's ability to maintain permanent housing.Work collaboratively with government and nonprofit agencies that provide supportive services, income, shelter, permanent supportive housing, homelessness prevention and rapid rehousing services, and financial assistance, assist the homeless and at-risk residents.Provide legal assistance in maintaining or securing permanent housing and the income necessary to retain permanent housing. Legal assistance will include eviction defense, asserting protections for tenants and fully utilizing the law to preserve tenancies and keep people safe in housing.Protect public and subsidized housing tenancies and subsidies, address utility shut-offs or denials of service, and secure emergency assistance, ongoing temporary assistance, and other income support necessary to achieve housing stability.Provide a full range of legal services, including counsel and advice, referrals, representation in administrative hearings, affirmative and defensive litigation, systemic advocacy, community legal education, outreach and engagement, and community lawyering.Experts in Emergency Rental Assistance Program or Right to Counsel Program; related data collection.Requirements and compliance therewith and work collaboratively with other LASNNY housing attorneys/paralegals to maximize access to LASNNY services and address systemic issues that cause homelessness.The attorneys will also participate in the development and implementation of LASNNY's race equity priority and their professional development plan.Work EnvironmentThis position operates in a professional law office environment and occasionally may require the carrying of regular office supplies. This role requires using standard office equipment and software and remote videoconferencing platforms. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. At LASNNY we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual's race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. We strongly encourage applications from women, BIPOC, LGBTQI+ persons, protected veterans, applicants and recipients of public assistance, older adults, and people with disabilities.If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at LASNNY and we will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.

Job Description Ready to Make a Difference?The Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York, a nonprofit civil legal services program, is seeking a Foreclosure Prevention Attorney. The attorney will provide legal assistance to homeowners threatened with foreclosure. Our service area spans sixteen counties, in upstate New York, encompassing six regional offices. This position is based out of our Plattsburgh Office. For more information about our work, our staff, and our clients, visit www.lasnny.orgWe are a unionized program with excellent benefits, offering generous time off, excellent health insurance coverage with premiums primarily paid by LASNNY, health and long-term disability insurance, retirement contributions, tuition reimbursement, qualifying moving expenses, and flexible hybrid-remote and alternative work schedules.We seek an attorney who will be dedicated to our mission and will seek justice and fairness for individuals in our community. We are skilled, creative, and compassionate advocates combining a passion to serve with the skills and will to address both individual and systemic injustice. Minimum RequirementsMust be licensed to practice law in NYS or be eligible for admission. Law Graduates will be considered if they have taken the bar exam.Demonstrated commitment to public interest law and providing high-quality legal services to clients in civil matters.Must be able to communicate effectively and work independently and efficiently.Sensitive to the needs of the low and moderate-income households in crisis.Good computer and administrative skills including accurate and quick data entry.Ability to handle high volume caseload, work off-site, and collaboratively with community partner agency staff.New York State resident with reliable transportationPrior experience in foreclosure representation, real estate, or housing law-related experience is preferred.The ability to speak Spanish is a plus.Staff Attorney Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesResponsible for providing advice, brief service, negotiation, and full representation in foreclosure proceedings, settlement conferences, and other foreclosure-related cases to homeowners at risk of mortgage or tax foreclosure.Engage in non-litigation advocacy with mortgage servicers, tax districts, and other local and state agencies.Provide counsel and, when necessary, assistance to homeowners in accessing/applying for available funds to prevent foreclosure.Responsible for related detailed grant reporting and must work closely with other staff at LASNNY, project partners, and housing counseling agencies.Expected to conduct outreach to prospective clients and routinely be out of the office at court, community partner agencies, or other off-site locations, attend meetings of the HomeSave Coalition and other local community meetings and participate in clinics, community legal education, or other outreach events.Provide free legal assistance to eligible households in a variety of legal matters to meet their clients' essential needs, such as housing and subsistence income, including housing-related bankruptcy, housing post-foreclosure, or other homeownership-related issues.Expected to represent clients in multiple forums, in varied areas of law, and types of actions and proceedings.Provide advice, brief service, and full representation to eligible clients, Responsibilities will include data collection, grant reporting, case file, and case management system maintenance.Work EnvironmentThis position operates in a professional law office environment and occasionally may require the carrying of regular office supplies. This role requires using standard office equipment and software and remote videoconferencing platforms. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.At LASNNY we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual's race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state or local laws. In furtherance of our culture, we strongly encourage applications from women, BIPOC, LGBTQI+ persons, protected veterans, applicants and recipients of public assistance, older adults, and people with disabilities. If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at LASNNY. We will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.

Job DescriptionDescription: Do you want an impactful career AND quality time with your family or to pursue your hobbies? You can have both by joining Empire Justice Center as a Supervising Senior Litigation Attorney! About Empire Justice Center Empire Justice Center is a diverse, highly respected statewide legal services organization that fights for marginalized low-income individuals and families across New York. We succeed through direct legal representation, high-impact litigation, legislative advocacy, and training the next generation of advocates. Our team is passionate, determined, and committed to justice for communities facing poverty, housing insecurity, immigration issues, domestic violence, disability discrimination, and civil rights violations in schools. What makes this role unique: As a member of Empire Justice Center's litigation team, the Supervising Senior Litigation Attorney will lead and conduct impact litigation and class action cases, develop new litigation initiatives, and collaborate with practice group attorneys and external partners to advance systemic change. They will provide legal supervision, mentorship, and training to attorneys and paralegals and will contribute to the organization's strategic vision to expand access to justice for low-income New Yorkers. Their work will focus on practice areas including, but not limited to, public benefits, civil rights (with a focus on disability, LGBTQ, and special education), health care, and/or tenants' rights. This individual carries a litigation caseload and reports to the Director of Litigation. You’ll also enjoy: · True work-life Balance: A flexible 35-hour full-time work week (true work-life balance)! · Loan Repayment Assistance: Eligible employees can use this program to pay off student loans. · A comprehensive health insurance plan for you AND your family! · Additional benefits include: 13 paid holidays and office closure between Christmas Day and New Year's Day, generous vacation, sick, and personal time, group term life insurance, 403(b) with employer contributions (eligible after 12 months), and a $2,000 bilingual salary enhancement for qualifying employees. Responsibilities: · Travel to and work in the Rochester Telesca Center or Albany office is required to meet client and organizational needs. o This position is eligible for a hybrid work request under the organizational policy. Impact Litigation and Class Action Leadership: · Lead and/or support all phases of complex civil impact litigation and class action cases, including case development and investigation, pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice (including oral argument), witness development and preparation, trial preparation, trial, and appellate practice. · Support litigation needs throughout the organization, serving as a versatile attorney who fills needed gaps in staffing for litigation work. · Serve as lead, co-counsel, or litigation team attorney supporting high-profile, precedent-setting litigation designed to achieve systemic improvements in law and policy for low-income clients. · Draft and oversee the preparation of complex briefs, motions, pleadings, and other court submissions that reflect the highest standards of legal advocacy. · Prepare for and conduct oral arguments in state courts, federal courts, and administrative agencies. Team Supervision and Mentorship: · Supervise and provide feedback to attorneys, paralegals, and interns’ work product to ensure quality, accuracy, and strategic effectiveness. · Support litigation staff’s professional development by mentoring, modeling effective litigation practices, and providing constructive coaching. · Collaborate with the Director of Litigation and Managing Attorneys to ensure coordinated and consistent supervision across litigation matters. Strategy Development and Collaboration: · Generate innovative ideas for new impact litigation initiatives that address legal barriers facing low-income New Yorkers in coordination with Managing Attorneys and the Director of Litigation. · Work with policy staff to coordinate external messaging and media relations for pending litigation. · Partner with other civil legal aid organizations, law school clinics, private law firms, and pro bono partners. · Contribute to the development of organizational priorities for legal issues relevant to Empire Justice Center's mission. Case Management and Administrative Responsibilities: · Maintain a litigation caseload. · Utilize Legal Server and other case management systems to maintain accurate and complete case records, time entries, and outcome data, and supervise others’ use of the same. · Comply with all organizational policies and procedures and the New York Rules of Professional Conduct governing litigation, case approval, and attorneys’ fees. · Identify and pursue attorneys’ fees as available. Technology and Innovation. · Leverage legal technology tools, including Microsoft 365, e-discovery platforms, legal research databases, document management systems, artificial intelligence tools, and litigation support software to increase efficiency and quality in litigation practice. · Stay current on developments in legal technology and contribute and implement ideas for improving organizational use of technology in litigation. · Maintain data security practices in handling sensitive client information consistent with Empire Justice Center policies and professional obligations. Organizational Responsibilities: · Participate in meetings and organizational planning as appropriate. · Represent Empire Justice Center in external coalitions, bar association activities, and community settings to advance the organization's reputation and mission. · Contribute to grant reporting, funding proposals, and communications regarding litigation outcomes and impact as requested. · Develop and/or participate in staff trainings and professional development activities. · Must demonstrate a high level of comfort and commitment to working with people from marginalized communities. · Working closely with your assigned supervisor and participating in regular supervision meetings, including work plan development and grant deliverable management. · Due to limited resources, all staff are expected to perform administrative and other support-related duties to serve our clients and fulfill our mission as a non-profit legal services organization. · Other duties as assigned by your supervisor and/or to meet the organization’s needs. Requirements: Skills · Demonstrated excellence in all phases of complex civil litigation, including class action and impact litigation in state and federal courts. · Superior legal writing and research skills, including the ability to draft and edit complex briefs, motions, pleadings, and appellate submissions. · Strong oral advocacy skills, including proven ability to conduct oral arguments in trial and appellate courts. · Effective supervisory and mentorship skills with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop the skills of attorneys, paralegals, and legal staff. · Ability to generate creative, forward-looking litigation strategies and identify systemic legal issues appropriate for impact litigation. · Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills with the ability to build and maintain partnerships with co-workers, co-counsel, clients, community organizations, and advocacy partners. · Demonstrated proficiency with legal technology, including Microsoft 365, e-discovery platforms, legal research databases, document management systems, artificial intelligence tools, and litigation support software. · Ability to manage multiple cases and priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. · Commitment to client-centered advocacy. Qualifications · Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school or equivalent degrees from countries outside the U.S. · Admission to practice law in New York, or eligibility for admission to the New York Bar at the time of hiring (admission required within one year of hire). · A minimum of 10 years of relevant litigation experience, with substantial experience in complex civil litigation. · Demonstrated experience leading class action litigation as lead attorney or co-counsel; · Significant experience practicing in both New York state courts and federal courts, including the U.S. District Courts for the Northern, Southern, Eastern, and/or Western Districts of New York; experience in appellate practice before the Second Circuit or New York appellate courts strongly preferred. · Demonstrated commitment to expanding the rights of low-income persons and advancing social justice through individual and systemic litigation. · A demonstrated history of seeking positive systemic change through class action, major impact, or other systemic litigation. · Experience supervising attorneys and/or legal staff in a litigation context. · Proficiency with legal technology tools, including Microsoft 365, e-discovery platforms, legal research databases, document management systems, artificial intelligence tools, and litigation support software. · Ability and willingness to travel to Empire Justice Center's statewide offices and court locations as necessary, and to collaborate effectively with colleagues via video conferencing and remote communication tools. TO APPLY: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. If interested, please visit our “Work With Us” employment page on our website at www.empirejustice.org. Please submit a complete application, including a resume, writing sample, and contact information for three professional references (one supervisor is required). Please refrain from making phone calls or sending hard copies. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Empire Justice Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and strongly desires a diverse and inclusive workforce. Empire Justice Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. It prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type, specifically - race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, disability status, genetics, neurodiversity, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. If reasonable accommodations are needed, please contact Mercedece Love, Human Resources and Compliance Manager, at HRSupport@empirejustice.org. Empire Justice Center is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Empire Justice Center ensures that persons with disabilities and/or communication barriers have reasonable accommodations. Salary The referenced pay range/scale represents this job's estimated minimum and maximum compensation. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range and determined by factors including, but not limited to, education, experience, qualifications, the individual's expertise, market data, and internal equity considerations.

A well-established law firm is seeking a mid- to senior-level Employee Benefits Attorney to join its legal team. This opportunity is available in Rochester, Buffalo, or Albany, with the possibility of remote arrangements depending on the candidate's experience and needs. The ideal candidate will have 4-10 years of experience in Employee Benefits law. The role involves advising clients on a wide range of benefits-related matters, including: • ERISA compliance and related regulations, • Designing, establishing, and maintaining retirement, welfare, and fringe benefit plans, • Ensuring compliance with employee benefits laws and regulations, • Providing counsel on benefit plan operations and ongoing compliance requirements Successful candidates should possess strong communication skills, a solid academic background, and a client-focused mindset. The firm values initiative, collaboration, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Skills required include: • Expertise in ERISA and employee benefits law, • Ability to design and advise on retirement and welfare benefit plans, • Strong written and verbal communication and analytical skills The available office locations provide a great mix of affordable living, cultural attractions, and recreational opportunities. From lively downtown dining and nightlife to nearby hiking trails, ski resorts, and waterfront activities, these cities offer a high quality of life at a more affordable cost compared to many larger metropolitan areas.

Liberty Mutual's Specialized Claims group has an immediate opening on our Complex Construction Claims Team. We're seeking an experienced claims professional who thrives on challenging, high-exposure commercial casualty matters arising from construction operations including complex Commercial General Liability (CGL) and Construction Injury/Liability claims (all litigated or high-exposure losses $500,000+). You will own matters end-to-end, managing coverage and liability strategy, directing investigations and experts, coordinating litigation and outside counsel, and driving timely, defensible resolutions for our Construction Industry accounts. (Note: this role does not handle construction defect claims.) Why this role is a great fit for you • Work exclusively on technically complex, high-exposure construction-related casualty claims that require advanced legal and claims judgment., • Autonomy to set strategy, reserves and resolution plans, with authority to direct investigations and manage outside counsel and experts., • Opportunity to influence outcomes across underwriting, product and legal teams and to be a recognized technical resource on construction liability issues., • Exposure to multi-party, catastrophic injury and cross-coverage matters valuable experience for senior claims leaders and litigators., • Flexibility with structure. This role is primarily remote, with a light-touch office cadence - just two in-office days per month for those who live within 50 miles of one of our hub locations in Boston, MA; Hoffman Estates, IL; Indianapolis, IN; Lake Oswego, OR; Las Vegas, NV; Plano, TX; Suwanee, GA; Chandler, AZ; and Weatogue, CT. Policy is subject to change. Key Responsibilities • Manage a caseload of complex, litigated construction-related losses ($500K+) from assignment through resolution: coverage analysis, liability assessment, investigation planning, reserving, negotiation, settlement or denial where appropriate., • Lead coverage interpretation and application for issues commonly encountered in construction claims: additional insureds, tenders, indemnity agreements, other insurance, SIR/deductible mechanics, primary vs. excess placement, and limits erosion., • Direct litigation strategy: analyze pleadings, manage discovery and depositions, evaluate venue and trial risk, prepare for mediations and settlement conferences, and recommend and implement resolution strategies., • Build and lead the working team for each matter: coordinate Home-Office Legal, defense counsel, SIU when appropriate, medical and causation experts, accident reconstructionist, engineers, and other technical consultants., • Select, supervise and evaluate outside counsel, including establishing budgets, staffing plans, billing guidelines expectations, and performance measures., • Set and adjust reserves based on defensible analysis and develop settlement strategies that protect the company's interests while advancing timely resolution., • Maintain accurate, complete file documentation and ensure secure handling of financial transactions and claim information., • Collaborate proactively with Underwriting, Risk Control, Reinsurance/Excess, Product and Subrogation teams; identify and communicate trends and technical insights., • Mentor and coach less-experienced claims professionals and contribute to team training, process improvements, and special projects. What we seek in a candidate? An experienced claims professional with a strong Commercial General Liability and/or Construction Liability background (preferably with claims $500,000 and above), sound judgment on complex coverage and liability questions, and the confidence to lead files, mentor others, and manage litigation strategy independently. What we're looking for Required • Substantial hands-on experience handling complex, litigated Commercial General Liability and/or Construction Liability claims at high exposure levels (preferably $500,000+)., • Deep working knowledge of CGL and Construction Liability coverages and typical construction-related policy issues (additional insured wording, contractual indemnity, other insurance, primary/excess interaction, SIRs/deductibles)., • Proven litigation management experience: selecting/managing defense counsel, directing discovery strategy, preparing for mediation/trial, evaluating exposure and settlement leverage., • Strong technical judgment and the ability to articulate and defend coverage and liability positions to legal, underwriting, and management partners., • Track record of using and directing experts (medical, causation, engineers, reconstruction) on complex causation and damages issues., • Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills., • Ability to manage multiple high-priority matters and meet deadlines under pressure., • Bachelor's degree (preferred) and relevant claims/insurance industry certifications or licenses as applicable., • Ability to obtain and maintain needed All-lines Adjuster license. Claims/Industry certifications a plus! Pay Philosophy: The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications and location. The full salary range for this role reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role. Some roles at Liberty Mutual have a corresponding compensation plan which may include commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan for the role. At Liberty Mutual, our goal is to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported, and can thrive. We build an environment that welcomes a wide range of perspectives and experiences, with inclusion embedded in every aspect of our culture and reflected in everyday interactions. 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