Staff Attorney- Advocates for Family Health

Description:

Legal Services of Eastern Missouri, Inc. (LSEM), a nonprofit law firm providing free civil legal assistance to people living with low income/low opportunity, seeks a Staff Attorney to work in its Advocates for Family Health program, one of three teams in LSEM’s Health & Welfare Unit.

The Advocates for Family Health program assists families, children, and pregnant people to access Medicaid state-based health insurance coverage and benefits.

The Staff Attorney will be responsible for representing clients in matters before the Missouri Department of Social Services and the three Missouri Managed Care Organizations. The attorney will also participate in systemic work, including administrative advocacy and impact litigation.

Responsibilities

• Legal case management
• Legal research and writing, including drafting of administrative appeals and circuit court briefs
• Negotiate with State Agency representatives, Managed Care Organization staff, and medical providers to resolve Medicaid access issues
• Represent clients in the administrative appellate process, including at state fair hearings and circuit court appeals
• Participate in multi-sector advocacy efforts to improve Medicaid policies and practices
• Participate in community outreach activities and build referral and educational relationships with community partner organizations and medical providers

Requirements:

• JD and admitted to practice in Missouri (or eligible to be admitted)
• Previous experience working in healthcare advocacy, public benefits, or public health policy preferred
• Previous experience working with the low-income community preferred
• Desire to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team
• Strong communication, research, writing, and advocacy skills
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office

What we do
LSEM advances justice through legal representation, education, and supportive services. We partner with the community to improve lives, promote fairness, and create opportunities for those in need. Since 1956, LSEM has provided high-quality civil legal assistance and equal access to justice for low-income people in 21 counties in Missouri. We accomplish our mission through systemic advocacy/impact litigation and individual case work in a wide range of substantive civil areas which are in our priorities, e.g., family law for victims of domestic violence, prevention of homelessness/housing, health, public benefits, consumer, education, disability, community economic development, and immigration. As part of our community education/outreach efforts, LSEM works with over 150 agencies and participates in over 35 task forces/coalitions and has a vibrant Volunteer Lawyers Program.

Who we are

At Legal Services of Eastern Missouri, we embrace a culture that celebrates and promotes the many backgrounds, heritages, and perspectives of our colleagues and clients. We seek to hire individuals from a variety of backgrounds, who are professional, collaborative, and creative thinkers with a passion for our mission, and create an environment where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals and will make employment decisions based on merit.

How to Apply

Upload your resume and cover letter through our online application. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Salary & Benefits Information

The annual salary range for this position is $66,000-$99,000. Specific salary offered to a candidate will be based on their relevant years of experience. There are opportunities for advancement, including raises. Excellent benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, a generous time off policy (starting at 4 weeks per year), 11 paid holidays, 12 weeks paid parental leave, 403(b) and 401(a) retirement plans, long-term disability and life insurance, employee assistance plan, and flexible spending accounts.

Submission Deadline

Applications will be considered until the position is filled.

Equal access to Legal Services of Eastern Missouri’s office is available. Those applicants requiring accommodation to the interview/application process should contact Human Resources at the e-mail HR@lsem.org. Legal Services of Eastern Missouri is an equal opportunity employer.