Through a partnership with the South Asian Bar Association of Washington (SABAW), we are looking for a legal intern to work in our office in Seattle, to directly support survivors of violence.

Legal Intern Duties Include:
-- Assist survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, or trafficking with legal matters relating to immigration law, family law and criminal law.
-- Prepare program participants for, and accompany them to, Family Court, Criminal Court, DSHS, law enforcement interviews, or other hearings.
-- Support program participants in completing legal paperwork including, but not limited to: drafting declarations and responding to discovery requests.
-- Conduct legal research, including research into transnational legal questions.
-- Interface with other legal aid organizations.
-- Create and/or organize resources for future Chaya & API Safety Center legal program needs.
-- Other tasks as assigned by supervisor

We prefer applicants who are bilingual or bicultural, particularly in Asian or South Asian languages and applicants who possess knowledge/familiarity with the communities we serve. Participation in Chaya-API Safety Center's training program is required.  Stipend (provided by SABAW) is for $1,000 for a minimum of 200 hours.   

To apply please send a resume, and letter of interest to: amber@chayaseattle.org

Application deadline: December 31, 2012.  Priority will be given to those applications received by December 22, 2011.

Community Mobilization Coordinator

Chaya-API Safety Center is a community based nonprofit organization supporting Asian, South Asian and Pacific Islander survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and other crimes and working to end violence and oppression in our communities.  You can learn more about Chaya (www.chayaseattle.org) and the API Safety Center (www.apisafetycenter.org) on our websites.

We are looking for a PT to FT Community Mobilization Coordinator, who will work closely with South Asian Communities in the greater Seattle-King County metropolitan area.

The Coordinator will have the following responsibilities:

·    Develop and implement plan for community mobilization in conjunction with staff and volunteers.

·    Implement all aspects of the plan, including broad-based community outreach, community-specific projects, and other activities that will establish excellent links into diverse sectors of South Asian communities and build awareness and education of domestic violence in those communities.

·    Ensure overall implementation of plan by volunteers, interns, and other staff involved in program.

·    Coordinate and facilitate regular committee meetings.

·    Document all project activities.

·    Track and compile reports and submit data for reports on a monthly basis.

·    Recruit and train new volunteers.

·    Coordinate all aspects of volunteer participation to motivate and retain volunteers by maximizing volunteer satisfaction and productivity.

·    Update and maintain volunteer database.

·    Contribute to program development.

·    Attend relevant professional/educational meetings and trainings.

·    Other tasks assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

·    Motivated, energetic, handle priorities, complete projects, and meet deadlines both independently or as part of a team.

·    Excellent written and oral communication skills.

·    Ability to interact with diverse groups of people.

·    Deep understanding of women’s and/or experience and interest in issues of violence against women.

·    Experience with community organizing is a plus, especially in faith-based or ethnic communities.

·    Familiarity and experience working with South Asian communities.

·    Proficiency in Microsoft Office software and the use of the internet.

·    Ability to work flexible hours (including many evenings and weekends).

·    Reliable transportation.

·    Fluency in Punjabi, Urdu/Hindi, or Bengali a plus, however if you are bilingual or bicultural in any South Asian, Asian or Pacific Islander language, you are encouraged to apply.

The Community Mobilization Coordinator will begin as a flexible part-time position (20-30 hours a week) with the potential to become a full-time position.  The position will be eligible for health and other benefits.

Please send your resume and a thoughtful cover letter to director@chayaseattle.org or to the address below:

Chaya; P.O. Box 22291; Seattle, WA 98122

Deadline: January 15, 2012.  Priority will be given to those applications received by December 31, 2011.