Kyleigh Hall
Paralegal at Jewish Family and Community Services of Pittsburgh- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Practical Applications of Trauma-Informed Care
Allegheny County Department of Human ServicesJun, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
English As A Second Language Tutor
Literacy PittsburghSep, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse: Mandated and Permissive Reporting in Pennsylvania
University of Pittsburgh School of Social Work, PA Child Welfare Resource CenterSep, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
Mental Health FIrst Aid
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)Jul, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
CPR & AED
American Heart AssociationSep, 2019- Nov, 2024
Experience
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JFCS Pittsburgh
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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100 - 200 Employee
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Paralegal
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Jul 2022 - Present
Assists attorneys and representatives who are working with foreign born clients to reach their immigration goals. Is responsible for coordinating with clients and assisting with administrative duties within the department such as the preparation of filings to immigration. • Coordinate legal cases, assist with scheduling of appointments, communication with clients and the preparation and mailing of applications to government entities. • Maintain client immigration files, both paper and electronic files to ensure they are complete and up-to-date.• Clear, professional and appropriate communication with U.S. government officials.• Oversee and support the reporting and evaluation requirements for the Legal Team AmeriCorps Member. Show less
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Intake Coordinator
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Oct 2021 - Sep 2022
Provided assistance and information to individuals who were seeking help by completing intakes, making referrals to other service providers and worked closely with legal staff to help foreign born clients receive the information needed to reach their immigration goals.• Answered the telephone and responded to immigration and legal inquiries from potential clients. • Worked closely with legal staff members to obtain answers to client questions and relayed information back to the clients. • Made referrals to other service providers as appropriate.• Processed incoming mail and assisted with outgoing mail as necessary.• Makes referrals to other service providers as appropriate.• Processes incoming mail and assists with outgoing mail as necessary. Show less
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Career Development Center Program Assistant
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Dec 2020 - Nov 2021
• Assess potential adult and youth clients for fit in agency programs and/or services.• Provide critical needs support, including internal and external referrals, resources, and coordinate direct assistance for youth and adult clients.• Conduct outreach and phone intakes for potential clients connecting them to services.• Orient and instruct clients in government funded programs, explain expectations, and ensure all data is collected and recorded in a timely manner. • Act as liaison in verbal and written communication with government funder contract representatives.• Monitor ongoing client status in contract programs for adult and youth programs in terms of enrollment, placement, termination and retention and ensure all documents are completed in timely manner. Show less
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The United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania
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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
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211 Resource Navigator
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Sep 2020 - Dec 2020
Performs intakes and addresses questions by phone from individuals seeking assistance for information and local resources. Responds in a timely manner to inquiries and completes them according to established service and quality standards. • Answers 20+ calls per day • Accurately records summary of call, ask required screening questions, and make appropriate referrals • Calmly handle high-volume calls and treat each individual with kindness, compassion, and understanding Performs intakes and addresses questions by phone from individuals seeking assistance for information and local resources. Responds in a timely manner to inquiries and completes them according to established service and quality standards. • Answers 20+ calls per day • Accurately records summary of call, ask required screening questions, and make appropriate referrals • Calmly handle high-volume calls and treat each individual with kindness, compassion, and understanding
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Literacy Pittsburgh
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United States
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Education Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Immigrant Services and Connections Navigator
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Sep 2019 - Jul 2020
Met with immigrants and refugees to conduct intake assessments. Provided information and referrals for social services and resources in Allegheny County. Accompanied clients to legal, medical, and social service appointments in Pittsburgh area. Supported them in making calls and filled out legal, welfare, and other forms. •Served 100+ clients •Taught advanced English Language Learners, created materials for groups and 1:1 online tutoring Met with immigrants and refugees to conduct intake assessments. Provided information and referrals for social services and resources in Allegheny County. Accompanied clients to legal, medical, and social service appointments in Pittsburgh area. Supported them in making calls and filled out legal, welfare, and other forms. •Served 100+ clients •Taught advanced English Language Learners, created materials for groups and 1:1 online tutoring
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ACCULTURATION FOR JUSTICE ACCESS & PEACE OUTREACH AJAPO
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United States
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Individual and Family Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Immigration Case Manager
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Sep 2018 - Jul 2019
Assisted with intake interviews for clients seeking legal assistance. Gathered and contributed vital information to help team determine best strategy for serving clients’ legal needs. Completed legal forms for clients pursuing permanent residency and citizenship. •Served 150 immigrant and refugee clients •Created and maintained a database to track clients in the application process • Assisted the Executive Director with research and gathering of legal documents Assisted with intake interviews for clients seeking legal assistance. Gathered and contributed vital information to help team determine best strategy for serving clients’ legal needs. Completed legal forms for clients pursuing permanent residency and citizenship. •Served 150 immigrant and refugee clients •Created and maintained a database to track clients in the application process • Assisted the Executive Director with research and gathering of legal documents
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University of Wisconsin- La Crosse Murphy Library
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La Crosse, Wisconsin Area
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Circulation Desk Assistant
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Sep 2015 - Aug 2018
•Circulated books, government documents, course reserve materials, multimedia, and equipment •Relayed phone messages and transferred calls to various university departments •Provided general directions to patrons •Provided general directions to library patrons in a university with total student population of 10,500+ •Circulated books, government documents, course reserve materials, multimedia, and equipment •Relayed phone messages and transferred calls to various university departments •Provided general directions to patrons •Provided general directions to library patrons in a university with total student population of 10,500+
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Catholic Charities
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Non-profit Organizations
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100 - 200 Employee
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Housing Internship
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Jan 2018 - May 2018
Met with people who were homeless or on verge of homelessness to help identify achievable goals. Helped staff conduct intake evals and contributed to case management tasks.Monitored shelter serving approximately 30 guests per day•Ensured safety, wellbeing, and order by intervening when conflict arose•Engaged guests, listened to their stories, and facilitated recreational activities
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Immigration Services Intern
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Sep 2017 - Dec 2017
Served undocumented immigrants, migrant workers in farms and local factories, DACA recipients, and U visa clients. Assembled and organized case files. Performed admin. duties.Delivered services to 262 clients seeking legal assistance•Coordinated client delivery of documents and evidence•Assisted staff in preparation of immigration applications and petitions•Helped prepare cases for submission to USCIS, complying with USCIS standards and procedures
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Summit Ministries
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United States
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Religious Institutions
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1 - 100 Employee
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Summer Camp Counselor
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May 2017 - Jul 2017
•Led and mentored a group of 4-6 Christian high school students •Created materials and facilitated activities to keep students engaged in theological discussions •Prepared meals for over 250 students 3 times a day •Led and mentored a group of 4-6 Christian high school students •Created materials and facilitated activities to keep students engaged in theological discussions •Prepared meals for over 250 students 3 times a day
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China Service Ventures
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Xinyang, Henan, China
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English Tutor, Camp Counselor
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Jul 2016 - Aug 2016
•Taught and mentored 30+ elementary and middle school-aged Chinese students on basic English skills •Mediated conflicts between campers and encouraged positive problem-solving •Developed cultural awareness by living in a new country and culture •Taught and mentored 30+ elementary and middle school-aged Chinese students on basic English skills •Mediated conflicts between campers and encouraged positive problem-solving •Developed cultural awareness by living in a new country and culture
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Menards
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Cashier Customer Service
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Jun 2013 - Aug 2015
•Handled money efficiently by recording the sale and giving correct change. •Learned inventory system containing thousands of stocked items. •Enhanced communication skills by resolving customer issues of disputes, complaints and questions with staff and customers. •Committed to memory over twenty different cashier register functions to handle any checkout situation that may arise. •Entered inventory data into the computer to accurately reflect stock on hand. •Handled money efficiently by recording the sale and giving correct change. •Learned inventory system containing thousands of stocked items. •Enhanced communication skills by resolving customer issues of disputes, complaints and questions with staff and customers. •Committed to memory over twenty different cashier register functions to handle any checkout situation that may arise. •Entered inventory data into the computer to accurately reflect stock on hand.
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Education
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2019 - 2021
Duquesne University School of Law
Certificate in Paralegal Studies -
2014 - 2018
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
B.S. Sociology, Double Minor in Ethnic and Racial Studies, and Psychology, Liberal Arts
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