Description:
In December 2022, LegalHealth launched Project Assist: Legal Support for Family Caregivers with the goal of providing legal services to family caregivers of older adults and adults with disabilities by partnering with outpatient community organizations. Many family caregivers need legal services in two general areas: 1) legal decision making regarding financial and health matters on behalf of those with diminished or absent capacity; and b) to increase household financial and housing stability by obtaining public benefits or navigating housing rights. The attorney will handle a variety of legal issues and will have the opportunity to continue developing this project in partnership with community organizations and funding partners.Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conduct outreach to outpatient/community organizations that provide family care giver support and develop case referral systems.
- Provide legal services in a wide range of legal issues including advance planning, guardianship, public benefits, and housing.
- Build and maintain relationships with partner organizations and funding partners to sustain and expand this project.
- Develop and maintain city-wide caregiver support legal helpline.
- Develop and train partner organizations on our subject matter expertise and program to foster better communication and stronger relationships.
Qualifications:
- Admitted to practice law in New York.
- Knowledge of Article 81 and Article 17A Guardianship, advance planning, and public benefits.
- At least two years of prior and relevant experience, preferably working in healthcare or with vulnerable populations.
- Experience with program development and networking.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong research and writing skills.
- Ability to both empathize with clients' challenges and help to problem-solve is critically important.
