Staff Attorney

3 days ago


San Francisco, California, United States Positive Resource Center Full time
Job Title: Staff Attorney - Legal Advocacy

Positive Resource Center (PRC) is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Staff Attorney to join its Legal Advocacy program. The successful candidate will provide direct representation to low-income individuals in accessing Social Security disability benefits, healthcare programs, and other public benefits in San Francisco.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct individual assessments of clients' needs related to healthcare access and disability benefits.
  • Provide direct legal assistance and representation to clients, including applying for public disability benefits and addressing health insurance and related issues.
  • Advocate for clients throughout the claims process, negotiating with SSA, disability analysts, and other relevant parties as needed.
  • Prepare cases for appeal and appear before Administrative Law Judges or other tribunals.
  • Develop and obtain supporting medical evidence, file appeals, and perform legal research.
  • Provide consumer and provider trainings/outreach as requested.
Qualifications:
  • Active member of the California State Bar in good standing.
  • Two (2) years of public benefits and/or healthcare advocacy experience preferred.
  • Ability to maintain computer databases and work with minimal supervision.
  • Familiarity with mental health issues, HIV/AIDS, and state and federal laws regarding disability benefits.
  • Ability to work effectively with low-income individuals, people with mental health impairments, and other at-risk communities.
  • Ability to occasionally lift 10-20 pounds.
  • Bilingual and bicultural (Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, Arabic, Vietnamese, or Russian) highly desirable.
What We Offer:

PRC offers a competitive salary, medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, employer-matching contributions to 403(b) retirement, generous paid time-off, California Bar dues, and professional development opportunities.

Please submit your Cover Letter and Resume within your application.


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