What are the responsibilities and job description for the Receptionist/Intake Worker position at Anishinabe Legal Services?
Part-time: Receptionist/Intake Screener, Cass Lake Office (Main Office)
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Anishinabe Legal Services (ALS) is seeking a part-time Receptionist/Intake Screener to provide general receptionist duties, client eligibility screening, and miscellaneous office tasks as assigned.
BACKGROUND: Anishinabe Legal Services (ALS) is an Indian Legal Services non-profit organization providing free legal assistance to low-income individuals living on or near the Anishinabe Reservations located in North Central Minnesota through grants and contracts with federal, state and tribal governments.
RESPONSIBILITIES: ALS is looking for a highly motivated applicant to provide receptionist duties in a busy law office including answering/screening/forwarding calls, greeting visitors to the office and directing them accordingly, processing daily mail, data entry, scheduling, filing, faxing documents, etc. Required to open and close office minimum 3 days per week.
This applicant is also expected to screen incoming applications for client services to ensure accepted clients meet all program eligibility requirements, or to provide appropriate referrals whenever necessary.
Additionally, this role will include miscellaneous office tasks as assigned by ALS management and/or advocate staff, including drafting letters, preparation of forms, organizing client files, ordering office supplies, etc.
QUALIFICATIONS: Prior legal secretary and/or receptionist experience strongly preferred. Computer literacy, including familiarity with Microsoft Word/Office 365 is also strongly preferred. Professional and pleasant attitude with applicants, clients, and staff a must. Strong organization skills and time-management abilities are important for this position. Qualified individuals will have sensitivity and empathy for low-income persons.
Native American individuals are highly encouraged to apply. EEO, M/F/H.
All applicants are expected to have a valid driver’s license, insurance and automobile.
COMPENSATION: $18.00/hr DOE. Part time benefits include pro-rated PTO and life insurance. Position may lead to full-time salary with benefits.
TO APPLY: Please send a cover letter, resume and three (3) references to ALS Administrative Director, Chari LaDuke-Clark, Anishinabe Legal Services, PO Box 157, Cass Lake, MN 56633 or email required application materials to claduke-clark@alslegal.org. Applications preferred by August 14th but will be accepted until the position is filled.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Life insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18