Why Los Angeles Lgbt Center
FY2024 · Form 990Its mission and biggest programs, as filedProvides health, social services, housing, and advocacy to support and empower the LGBT community in Los Angeles.
- Health services: the Center is one of the nation's largest and most experienced providers of Lgbt health and mental health care. We're also one of the few federally qualified health centers in the nation specifically for Lgbt people. Our medical…$137.4M spent in FY2024
- Youth services: the Center is a vital social safety net for the Lgbt community and a safe, welcoming place where individuals can find help, as well as hope, when they most need IT. Homeless Lgbt youth and their allies turn…$18.8M spent in FY2024
- Senior services: our senior services department helps meet many of the life-sustaining needs of Lgbt people over the age of 50, including food and case management, while providing a wide array of life and health-enriching programs/activities that help end the…$4.6M spent in FY2024
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FY2023 · Form 990Independent: from IRS data, not the orgAbout the role
The org's own posting, as writtenPosition: Legal Assistant Reports to: Supervising Attorney FLSA Status: Non-Exempt SUMMARY: The Legal Assistant serves as the primary point of contact for clients, conducting bilingual intake interviews and maintaining ongoing communication throughout the life of each case. This position supports attorneys with case preparation, legal research, and drafting of documents while ensuring accurate and confidential file management. Responsibilities also include scheduling, coordinating translation and interpretation services, and providing culturally competent support and referrals to community resources as needed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Client Intake & Communication • Serve as the first point of contact for clients, conducting intake interviews in English and Spanish • Gather and document essential case information with professionalism, empathy, and discretion • Maintain ongoing communication regarding case updates, required documentation, and next steps • Respond to incoming calls and follow up with clients to obtain requested information Case Preparation & Legal Support • Assist attorneys with case preparation, including drafting letters, forms, declarations, and other legal documents • Conduct legal and factual research to support case strategy and filings • Apply knowledge of housing, immigration, or related legal matters to support form completion, evidence gathering, and case coordination File & Records Management • Organize and maintain physical and electronic client files, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality • Track case milestones, deadlines, and required documentation Scheduling & Coordination • Schedule consultations, hearings, and client meetings while managing calendars and deadlines • Coordinate translation and interpretation services, including translating client statements and supporting documents Client Support & Community Resources • Provide culturally competent support to diverse clients, including individuals who identify as LGBTQ+ and those navigating sensitive personal matters • Connect clients with appropriate community resources and referrals • Perform additional duties to support team and organizational needs QUALIFICATIONS Required • Minimum 3 years’ experience in office administration, administrative assistant, personal assistant, or similar work experience or equivalent education. • Fluency in both Spanish and English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills in both languages • Prior work experience in a legal or social services, including client facing support experience. • Demonstrated ability to serve clients with compassion, cultural humility, and professionalism • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment • Proficiency with office software (Microsoft Office, case management systems, etc.), ability to learn new software as needed Preferred • Experience working with LGBTQ+ clients and understanding of their unique legal and social service needs…
About Los Angeles Lgbt Center
From its Form 990- Budget $189.8M
- Staff 1,128 · founded 1972
- Pays its leaders $267K–$531K (10 reported)
- Open jobs 19 · Jobs at Los Angeles Lgbt Center · Full 990 report