What are the responsibilities and job description for the Non-Attorney/non-law student Volunteer Opportunity position at SeniorLAW Center?
Background:
Founded in 1978, SeniorLAW Center is a dynamic nonprofit public interest legal services organization whose mission is to seek justice for older people by using the power of the law, educating the community and advocating on local, state and national levels. We are the only non-profit agency in Pennsylvania wholly dedicated to providing legal assistance to older persons and protecting their legal rights, and one of few in the nation. SeniorLAW Center prioritizes services to older people who are low-income, cultural and racial minorities, the disabled, victims of crime and family violence, and those facing other vulnerabilities and challenges. We fight senior poverty, fraud and homelessness, provide protection from elder abuse and financial exploitation, enable grandparents to raise grandchildren, and improve access to justice. Join our team that promotes justice, in a supportive and flexible hybrid work environment.
The Opportunity:
You don’t have to be an attorney or law student to make a difference. We need volunteers to assist with a variety of special projects to help us accomplish our mission. Non-attorney/non-law student responsibilities could include:
- In-office/administrative support
- Communicaitons & Marketing support
- Fundraising support
- Help with client intake
- Help with scheduling client appointments
- Help with case related tasks
- Help with research and writing
- Help with community education
- Help with data entry
If you are interested in volunteering, please apply and tell us about your interest and skill set. We will review your volunteer application and let you know if we have the opportunity that fits your skill set.