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Morgan & Morgan, P.A.

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 At Morgan &amp; Morgan, the work we do matters. For millions of Americans, we&rsquo;re their last line of defense against insurance companies, large corporations or defective goods. From attorneys in all 50 states, to client support staff, creative marketing to operations teams, every member of our firm has a key role to play in the winning fight for consumer rights. Our over 6,000 employees are all united by one mission: For the People.
 
 
 
 
 Summary
 
 
 
 We are seeking a Case Manager to join our team. As a Case Manager, you must be highly organized and able to work on a varied caseload. The Case Manager will assist the attorney in developing settlements, preparing documents and correspondence as needed. The ideal candidate is customer focused and empathetic.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
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 Daily interaction with existing and potential clients, via telephone and in person
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 Order medical records from providers and communicate with clients and providers during the course of treatment
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 Obtain documents necessary to support injury and/or liability positions
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 Interact with insurance carriers and healthcare providers to secure records and account balances
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 Work directly with multiple coworkers involved in the management and support of case files
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 Maintain organized case files
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 Prepare comprehensive demands and assemble support for submission to carriers under the direct supervision of an attorney
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 Interact with attorneys and present case synopsis when required
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 Manage case files from intake to closing under the direction of an attorney
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 Performs other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the business
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 Qualification
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree (preferred)
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 Prior experience as a Personal Injury Case Manager preferred
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 At least 2 years of working in a legal position or insurance adjuster experience preferred
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 Ability to be a team player and follow procedures
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 Proactive interaction with clients, insurance companies and medical providers
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 Must possess the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage workload with a positive attitude and minimal supervision
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 Highly organized with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
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 Strong writing and communication skills along with attention to detail
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 Extensive computer and database expertise, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and type no less than 35 wpm
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 This role is on-site, which gives you the chance to be fully immersed in the work and gain direct experience alongside the team. We&rsquo;ve found that being in the office helps new team members get up to speed quickly and feel more connected.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Benefits
 
 
 
 
 Morgan &amp; Morgan is a leading personal injury law firm dedicated to protecting the people, not the powerful. This success starts with our staff.&nbsp; For full-time employees, we offer an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) plan,&nbsp; paid time off and paid holidays.
 
 
 
 
 Equal Opportunity Statement
 
 
 
 
 Morgan &amp; Morgan provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
 
 
 
 
 E-Verify
 
 
 
 
 This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the I-9 Form.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
 
 
 
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 Here is a link to Morgan &amp; Morgan's privacy policy.
 
 
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Case Manager

Guiding Light haven

Case Manager &ndash; Residential Treatment Center (RTC)Organization: Guiding Light HavenLocation: TexasEmployment Type: Full-TimeReports To: AdministratorPosition OverviewGuiding Light Haven is seeking a qualified and experienced Case Manager to support youth in a licensed Residential Treatment Center (RTC) operating in accordance with Texas Minimum Standards under HHSC.The Case Manager is responsible for coordinating individualized service planning, monitoring client progress, maintaining compliance documentation, and ensuring collaboration with families, placing agencies, and interdisciplinary treatment teams.This position requires a minimum of one (1) year of case management experience, preferably in a residential treatment, foster care, behavioral health, or child welfare setting.Minimum Qualifications<ul><li>Minimum 1 year documented case management experience</li><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, Counseling, or related field (preferred)</li><li>Knowledge of Texas HHSC RTC/GRO Minimum Standards</li><li>Experience working with at-risk youth, trauma-informed care, or behavioral health populations</li><li>Strong documentation and case file management skills</li><li>Ability to pass background checks required by HHSC</li><li>Valid Texas driver&rsquo;s license</li></ul>Essential Duties &amp; ResponsibilitiesService Planning &amp; Coordination<ul><li>Develop and implement individualized service plans in collaboration with clinical staff</li><li>Participate in treatment team meetings and case reviews</li><li>Coordinate services with placing agencies, CPS, probation, schools, and healthcare providers</li><li>Ensure goals are measurable, trauma-informed, and aligned with regulatory standards</li></ul>Documentation &amp; Compliance<ul><li>Maintain complete and accurate case files in compliance with Texas Minimum Standards</li><li>Ensure required documentation is completed within required timeframes</li><li>Monitor incident reports and ensure follow-up documentation</li><li>Assist in audit preparation and licensing reviews</li></ul>Client Advocacy &amp; Monitoring<ul><li>Monitor resident progress toward service plan goals</li><li>Conduct regular check-ins with residents</li><li>Support discharge planning and aftercare coordination</li><li>Ensure family engagement when appropriate</li></ul>Interdisciplinary Collaboration<ul><li>Work closely with therapists, direct care staff, administrators, and medical providers</li><li>Communicate changes in resident status to appropriate parties</li><li>Participate in staff meetings and required trainings</li></ul>Knowledge &amp; Skills<ul><li>Understanding of trauma-informed care principles</li><li>Familiarity with child welfare systems in Texas</li><li>Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously</li><li>Strong organizational and communication skills</li><li>Professional boundaries and ethical practice</li></ul>Compliance RequirementsThis position must comply with all applicable standards established by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, including:<ul><li>Background checks</li><li>Training requirements</li><li>Documentation standards</li><li>Confidentiality laws (HIPAA where applicable)</li><li>Mandatory reporting requirements</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>Experience in RTC or GRO setting</li><li>Knowledge of DFPS/CPS processes</li><li>CPR/First Aid Certification</li><li>Crisis intervention training</li></ul>Compensation &amp; Benefits<ul><li>Competitive salary (based on experience)</li><li>Paid training</li><li>Professional development opportunities</li></ul>Job Types: Full-time, ContractPay: $35.00 - $40.00 per monthWork Location: In person

Memorial Hermann Health System

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.
 
Job Summary
 
The purpose of the Case Manager position is to support the physician, primary medical homes, and interdisciplinary teams. Facilitates patient care, with the underlying objective of enhancing the quality of clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction while managing the cost of care and providing timely and accurate information to payors. The role integrates and coordinates resource utilization management, care facilitation and discharge planning functions. In addition, the Case Manager helps drive change by identifying areas where performance improvement is needed (e.g., day to day workflow, education, process improvements, patient satisfaction). The position is responsible for coordinating a wide range of self-management support and provides information to update and maintain relevant disease registry activity. Accountable for a designated patient caseload and plans effectively in order to meet patient needs across the continuum, provide family support, manage the length of stay, and promote efficient utilization of resources.
 Job Description
 
Minimum Qualifications
 Education: Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing required; Bachelors of Nursing preferred, or graduate of an accredited Masters of Social Work program.
 
Licenses/Certifications: 
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<li>Current and valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of Texasor</li>
<li>Current and valid license as a Master Social Worker (LMSW) in the state of Texas required, LCSW preferred</li>
<li>Certification in Case Management required within two (2) years of hire into the Case Manager position.</li>
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Experience / Knowledge / Skills: 
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<li>Three (3) years of nursing or social work experience acute hospital-based preferred, or three (3) years of experience comparable clinical setting (i.e. ambulatory surgery center, infusion/dialysis clinic, Federally Qualified Health Clinic (FQHC), skilled nursing facility, or wound clinic).</li>
<li>Experience in utilization management, case management, discharge planning or other cost/quality management program preferred.</li>
<li>Excellent interpersonal communication and negotiation skills.</li>
<li>Demonstrated leadership skills.</li>
<li>Strong analytical, data management and PC skills.</li>
<li>Current working knowledge of discharge planning, utilization management, case management, performance improvement, disease or population management and managed care reimbursement.</li>
<li>Understanding of pre-acute and post-acute venues of care and post-acute community resources, physician office routines, and transitional procedures for pre and post acute care. Demonstrated understanding of motivational interviewing and change management.</li>
<li>Strong organizational and time management skills, as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components.</li>
<li>Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in interactions with physicians, payors, and patients and their families.</li>
<li>Effective oral and written communication skills.</li>
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Principal Accountabilities
 
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<li>Coordinates/facilitates patient care progression throughout the continuum.</li>
<li>Works collaboratively and maintains active communication with physicians, nursing and other members of the multi-disciplinary care team to effect timely, appropriate patient care.</li>
<li>Addresses/resolves system problems impeding diagnostic or treatment progress.</li>
<li>Proactively identifies and resolves delays and obstacles to discharge.</li>
<li>Seeks consultation from appropriate disciplines/departments as required to expedite care and facilitate discharge.</li>
<li>Utilizes advanced conflict resolution skills as necessary to ensure timely resolution of issues.</li>
<li>Collaborates with the physician and all members of the multidisciplinary team to facilitate care for designated case load. Monitors the patient’s progress, intervening as necessary and appropriate to ensure that the plan of care and services provided are patient focused, high quality, efficient, and cost effective.</li>
<li>Facilitates the following on a timely basis: completes and reports diagnostic testing, completes treatment plan and discharge plan, modifies plan of care as necessary, to meet the ongoing needs of the patient, communicates to third party payors and other relevant information to the care team.</li>
<li>Assigns appropriate levels of care.</li>
<li>Completes all required documentation in TQ screens and patient records.</li>
<li>Collaborates with medical staff, nursing staff, and ancillary staff to eliminate barriers to efficient delivery of care in the appropriate setting.</li>
<li>Completes Utilization Management and Quality Screening for assigned patients.</li>
<li>Applies approved clinical appropriateness criteria to monitor appropriateness of admissions and continued stays, and documents findings based on Department standards.</li>
<li>Identifies at-risk populations using approved screening tool and follows established reporting procedures. Monitors LOS and ancillary resource use on an ongoing basis.</li>
<li>Takes actions to achieve continuous improvement in both areas.</li>
<li>Refers cases and issues to Care Management Medical Director in compliance with department procedures and follows up as indicated.</li>
<li>Communicates with Resource Center to facilitate covered day reimbursement certification for assigned patients.</li>
<li>Discusses payor criteria and issues on a case-by-case basis with clinical staff and follows up to resolve problems with payors as needed.</li>
<li>Uses quality screens to identify potential issues and forwards information to Clinical Quality Review department.</li>
<li>Ensures that all elements critical to the plan of care have been communicated to the patient/family and members of the healthcare team and are documented as necessary to assure continuity of care.</li>
<li>Manages all aspects of discharge planning for assigned patients.</li>
<li>Meets directly with patient/family to assess needs and develop an individualized continuing care plan in collaboration with physician.</li>
<li>Collaborates and communicates with multidisciplinary team in all phases of discharge planning process, including initial patient assessment, planning, implementation, interdisciplinary collaboration, teaching and ongoing evaluation.</li>
<li>Ensures/maintains plan consensus from patient/family, physician and payor.</li>
<li>Refers appropriate cases for social work intervention based on department criteria.</li>
<li>Collaborates/communicates with external case managers.</li>
<li>Initiates and facilitates referrals through the Resource Center for home health care, hospice, medical equipment and supplies.</li>
<li>Documents relevant discharge planning information in the medical record according to department standards.</li>
<li>Facilitates transfer to other facilities as appropriate.</li>
<li>Actively participates in clinical performance improvement activities.</li>
<li>Assists in the collection and reporting of financial indicators including case mix, LOS, cost per case, excess days, resource utilization, readmission rates, denials and appeals.</li>
<li>Uses data to drive decisions and plan/implement performance improvement strategies related to case management for assigned patients, including fiscal, clinical and patient satisfaction data.</li>
<li>Collects, analyzes and addresses variances from the plan of care/care path with physician and/or other members of the healthcare team.</li>
<li>Uses concurrent variance data to drive practice changes and positively impact outcomes.</li>
<li>Collects delay and other data for specific performance and/or outcome indicators as determined by Director of Outcomes Management. Documents key clinical path variances and outcomes which relate to areas of direct responsibility (e.g., discharge planning).</li>
<li>Uses pathway data in collaboration with other disciplines to ensure effective patient management concurrently.</li>
<li>Leads the development, implementation, evaluation and revision of clinical pathways and other case management tools as a member of the clinical resource/team.</li>
<li>Assists in compilation of physician profile data regarding LOS, resource utilization, denied days, costs, case mix index, patient satisfaction and quality indicators (e.g., readmission rates, unplanned return to OR, etc.)</li>
<li>Acts as preceptor/mentor to new hires.</li>
<li>Assists in development of orientation schedule and helps identify individual needs for learning.</li>
<li>Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.</li>
<li>Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.</li>
<li>Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned.</li>
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HCA Houston Healthcare

<div><h5 class="jobSectionHeader">Introduction</h5>
Do you want to be appreciated daily? Our nurses are celebrated for being on the front line, empathetic for patients. At The Woman's Hospital of Texas our nurses set us apart from any other healthcare provider. We are seeking a(an) Supervisor Case Manager to join our healthcare family.<h5 class="jobSectionHeader">
Benefits</h5>
The Woman's Hospital of Texas, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:<ul><li>
Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.</li><li>
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.</li><li>
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing 
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401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service) 
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Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock 
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Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance. 
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Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more 
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Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts 
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Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships 
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Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships) 
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Colleague recognition program 
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Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence) 
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Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.</li></ul>
Learn more about Employee Benefits
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. 
At The Woman's Hospital of Texas, our nurses play a vital part. We know that every nurse&rsquo;s path and purpose is unique. Do you want to create your own personal career path in nursing? HCA Healthcare is your career destination! Our scale makes it possible for nurses to create the career path that fits their life &ndash; for life &ndash; and empowers their passion for patient care. Apply today for our Supervisor Case Manager opportunity.<h5 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Summary and Qualifications</h5>
The Supervisor Case Manager is responsible for the supervision of the Case management Staff functioning as communicator, leader, assessor, planner, implementor, and evaluator. Actively participates in the collaborative program which requires review of patient activities related to medical necessity of hospitalization, appropriateness of length of stay, timely and appropriate utilization of services rendered and identification of patient needs related to patient care following discharge. Employee will be responsible for knowledge and skill necessary to provide care based on physical, psychological, educational, safety and related criteria for the neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric population.
<h6 class="jobSectionHeader">What qualifications you will need:</h6><ul><li>
Associates Degree in Nursing required, Bachelor's degree Nursing Preferred
</li><li>1+ year(s) of experience in related field Required
</li><li>Registered Nurse - Currently licensed as a registered professional nurse in the state in which he or she practices, in accordance with law and regulation.
</li></ul>At The Woman&rsquo;s Hospital of Texas, our care philosophy is Woman First. It&rsquo;s in our name, and it&rsquo;s in our founding mission. Our 420+ bed hospital was founded in 1976 by 29 physicians who recognized a need in Houston for a facility focused solely on women in all stages of life. We were the first women's hospital in Houston and first facility in Texas dedicated to the health of women and newborns. Today, we are the state&rsquo;s premier facility dedicated to the health of women and children offering expertise and an outstanding level of care in breast health, imaging, gynecology, minimally invasive surgery, infertility, obstetrics, high-risk pregnancy, and pediatrics. We deliver 800+ babies a month, more than any other hospital in Texas, and care for more multiple births than any other hospital in the region. Our Level IV NICU provides the highest level of care for premature babies and we have the area's only March of Dimes NICU Family Support program. As a member of HCA Houston Healthcare, the most comprehensive healthcare provider in the region, we are a part of a network that delivers stronger, smarter and more accessible care to women than any other medical system across the Houston area.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World&rsquo;s Most Ethical Companies&reg; by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. 
 
&quot;The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual.&quot;- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. 
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
Join a family that cares about every stage in your career! We are interviewing candidates for our Supervisor Case Manager opening. Apply today and a member of our Talent Acquisition team will reach out.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.</div>

Supervisor Case Manager

Uriarte Law, PA

** Must have experience in personal injury**Summary The Case Manager guides clients through their personal injury case with consistent communication, accurate documentation, and efficient coordination of treatment and property damage (PD) matters. This role ensures that each file is complete, organized, and demand-ready.Duties and Responsibilities Client Communication &amp; Case Oversight ● Make regular check-in calls to update clients on case status.● Respond to client questions and concerns within 24 hours.● Schedule clients for appointments such as RS (Recorded Statements), EUO (Examinations Under Oath), and HVC (Hearing Video Conferences), and sit in on RS and EUO sessions to take notes.● Conduct and document intro calls within 24 hours of receiving intake; review intake forms for accuracy and collect missing information.● Document all client communication clearly and promptly in the CRM.Medical Coordination &amp; Demand Preparation● Follow up with medical providers for treatment updates and referrals.● Track appointment progress and update the case file accordingly.● Request, organize, and review medical records and bills for demand preparation.● Organize documents and label files accurately for drop review.● Ensure all case fields are complete and up-to-date before submission.● Help prepare monthly demand packages with all required supporting documentation.● Flag missing or time-sensitive items for review.Property Damage (PD) Management ● Handle PD cases from start to finish, including collecting estimates, photos, and updates from clients.● Communicate with clients regarding vehicle repairs and PD status.● Coordinate with adjusters and schedule PD-related appointments.● Keep the PD tracker accurate and current.Team Collaboration &amp; Support ● Keep all CRM case notes, documents, and fields accurate and current.● Assist with training new team members or covering team caseloads during absences.Supervisory Responsibilities● NoneMetrics for Success ● Client calls and inquiries responded to within 24 hours.● 100% of case files demand-ready by established deadlines.● All PD tracker entries current and accurate at all times.● Monthly demand packages submitted on time with no missing documentation.Qualifications ● Proven experience in case management, preferably in a personal injury or legal setting.● Strong organizational and time management skills.● Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.● Proficiency in case management software and CRM systems.● Strong computer skills including:○ Case management software○ CRM systems● Ability to handle multiple cases simultaneously while meeting deadlines.● Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.● Bilingual &ndash; Spanish/English highly preferred.Physical Requirements ● Ability to remain seated and work at a computer for extended periods of time.● Must be able to occasionally stand, walk, and reach to retrieve or file documents.● Ability to lift and carry case files, office supplies, and small equipment weighing up to 15 pounds.● Comfortable traveling locally for meetings, court appearances, or client appointments as needed.● Must be able to communicate clearly in person, over the phone, and via electronic correspondencePay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

De Lara Law Firm, PLLC

Job Summary We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented, and organized Legal Assistant/Secretary to join our law office. Our bustling immigration law firm is seeking a talented individual to join our team as a Legal Assistant/Secretary. If you're bilingual in English and Spanish, possess strong organizational skills, and have a passion for immigration law, we want to hear from you!**Key Responsibilities: **- Answer phones and calendar appointments.- Enthusiastically greet office clients/guests.- Prepare USCIS applications and packets with meticulous attention to detail.- Assist in preparing files for immigration court proceedings and applications for relief (I-589, 42A, 42B, AOS, etc.).- Conduct research and gather relevant documentation for cases.- Communicate effectively with clients and government agencies.- Maintain case management systems and update case statuses regularly.**Additional Duties:**- Draft legal correspondence and documents.- Assist the attorney in preparing for hearings and trials.- Assist with client intake and initial consultations.- Perform administrative tasks as needed to support the legal team.- Collect client payments and issue payment receipts.**Requirements:**- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.). and Adobe- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.-Prior experience in immigration law of at least 2 years is required.**Pay and Benefits:**<ul><li>-Pay is commensurate with experience.</li></ul>-Paid vacation and holidays.If you're passionate about helping people and ready to make a difference, this is the opportunity for you! Apply now by sending your resume detailing your qualifications and relevant experience. Join us in our mission to provide exceptional legal services to our diverse community. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!Job Type: Full-timePay: From $15.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Paid time off</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Immigration Law: 2 years (Required)</li></ul>Language:<ul><li>Spanish (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Houston Forensic Science Center

<div>Job Description: 
 
Shift: First Shift 
Under the direction of the General Counsel and Director of Government Affairs (GC DGA), the primary job duty of the Paralegal is to provide support to the Legal Division, and as requested, to forensic sections and business departments, in furtherance of their compliance with legal obligations. Primary support will be in assisting HFSC attorneys and the Public Information and Records Management Officer in complex administrative tasks related to legal research, writing, review, analysis, and compliance. Specific duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:<div>
Legal Division Support&bull; As directed by the GC DGA, assist legal department with tasks in support of legal projects and duties, including but not limited to, contract review and drafting, legal research, editing and drafting legal documents and presentations. 
<ul><li>Utilizes a variety of sources such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, and legal articles to research and analyze legal topics.</li><li>Drafts and edits legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, memorandums, presentations and motions.</li><li>Assists attorneys with depositions, witness interviews, discovery, and investigations in preparation for court appearances and administrative hearings.</li><li>Serve as contracts administrator for the Contracts Lifecycle Management System (CLMS), screening requests, managing user accounts, tracking review turnaround times through monthly and annual reports, responding to, and fixing system errors or referring errors to designated technical support resources. Provide assistance to the HFSC Public Information Officer in fulfilling records requests subject to the Public Information Act, including, but not limited to redacting records, drafting letters to the Texas Attorney General, and researching previous Open Records letter rulings and decisions from the Texas Attorney General's Office.</li><li>As requested, assist with compilation and review of complex discovery and records requests.</li><li>Assist with the post-conviction review team and workflow, serving as the post-conviction monitor when requested, researching cases, and providing updates to the team as needed.</li><li>Process expunctions and ensure appropriate documents are filed with the court and/or submitted to the parties, including, but not limited to logging, researching, and drafting and filing signature pages and waivers.</li><li>Assist in processing requests for HFSC forensic services and drafting outsourcing agreements under the guidance of the GC DGA.</li><li>Assist with Board meeting materials including drafting action item summaries, conducting research for agenda items, and serving as Board Secretary in the absence of the appointed Board Secretary.</li><li>Provide significant assistance to the HFSC Records Management Officer in administrative tasks related to records management projects.</li><li>Perform tasks in support of HFSC's overall records management processes, including but not limited to records audits, tracking, filing, cataloging, scanning, inventorying, and other related tasks.</li><li>Provide support to the Government and Public Affairs team, including but not limited to preparing documents and compiling data for meetings with elected and appointed officials as well as stakeholder leadership teams.</li><li>Recommends innovative new processes that will benefit the division.</li><li>Serve as s notary public for the organization.</li></ul> 

Forensic Section Support 
 
&bull; As assigned or approved by the GC DGA, provide support and assistance to HFSC's seven (7) forensic sections, in furtherance of each section's compliance with legal obligations, including fulfilment of discovery request and subpoenas for records.&bull; Provide requested updates on court status and case disposition to sections to assist in resolution of pending records, subpoenas, and casework requests. &bull; Analyze and report subpoena tracking data, as requested.</div> 
Experience and Skills:MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTSBachelor's degree in a related field is required. Paralegal certification is required, or ability to obtain certification within 12 months of hire from approved certification program. Failure to obtain certification will result in demotion, reassignment, or termination if no position exists for which the individual is qualified. 
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS&bull; Minimum of 2 years previous experience in a similar industry is required. Similar industries include experience in a legal department or law office, government, forensic laboratory (records department), court, or a county or district clerk's office. Experience need not be as a paralegal.&bull; Experience in Harris County Criminal Justice System and/or a forensic laboratory environment is a plus. 
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS&bull; Demonstrated skill in oral and written communication.&bull; Ability to manage multiple projects with quick turnaround times simultaneously.&bull; Excellent attention to detail, laser focus on quality, and ability to consider the big picture.&bull; Excellent stakeholder management and interpersonal skills, including the confidence to interact with and influence personnel at all levels.&bull; Demonstrated ability to use complex analytical skills to select and execute duties. &bull; Demonstrated skills in listening, responsiveness, flexibility, initiative, decision-making, and conflict resolution.&bull; Demonstrated proficiency in Office Suite products; specifically, Microsoft TEAMS and Office 365.&bull; Motivated self-starter requiring minimal guidance yet possessing ability to know when to ask for help&bull; Strong initiative as well as excellent teamwork, creative thinking and problem-solving skills&bull; Demonstrated ability to develop innovative solutions to problems&bull; Excellent organization skills&bull; Desire to learn the organization operations as well as the culture of HFSC; ability to quickly assess risk and provide meaningful mission focused guidance. 
 
Job Benefits:
Houston Forensic Science Center offers a competitive benefit and salary package. 
 
From: Houston Forensic Science Center</div>

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