Careers
Join Tacoma Community House, where your work transforms lives and strengthens our community.
Tacoma Community House is a nationally respected, community-based service center for immigrants, refugees, and members of the South Sound community seeking enrichment and pathways to self-sufficiency. Since 1910, we have helped countless individuals gain the skills they need to transition out of poverty, navigate a new culture, and find personal and professional success.
A number of staff members have worked at TCH for several years, finding the work engaging and the environment friendly. You can be part of this team that makes a powerful difference in the lives of countless individuals. We actively recruit, develop, and retain a talented and diverse workforce that contributes to our mission, vision, and values.
Celebrating Over 110 Years of Service
Current TCH Career & Service Opportunities
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Bilingual Immigration Specialist(Spanish & English)
- Position Title: Bilingual Immigration Specialist(Spanish/English)
- Employment Type: Regular, Full-time
- Reports to: Immigration/Legal Services Manager
- Salary Range: $45,000-$48,000/yr
- OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Job Summary
Our Immigration team is dedicated to delivering exceptional, affordable immigration assistance, serving as accredited specialists under the Department of Justice’s Office of Legal Access Program. In 2022 alone, we successfully assisted 1258 individuals, diligently handling 656 applications for various immigration services, such as naturalization and citizenship, DACA, Legal Permanent Residency, work authorization, and more. Additionally, we take pride in empowering approximately 126 students each year through our citizenship classes.
The Immigration Specialist plays a pivotal role in guiding community members towards becoming United States citizens. Meticulous organization and maintenance of client files are a crucial component of this role. The Immigration Specialist ensures that all relevant documentation and information are accurately recorded, streamlining the application and consultation process. By staying up to date with individual cases, they can provide personalized guidance and support, fostering a sense of trust and reliability with our clients.
What sets this role apart is its unique pathway into DOJ accreditation, which is granted by the agency itself. Once accredited, the Immigration Specialist gains the authority to offer consultation and direct assistance in completing naturalization forms and other immigration benefits, further enhancing the impact of our services, and fostering a more inclusive society.
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Bilingual Financial Coach(Spanish or Ukrainian & English)
- Position Title: Bilingual Financial Coach
- Employment Type: Regular, Full-time
- Reports to: Employment Services Manager
- Salary Range: $45,000-$47,000/yr
- OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Job Summary
Our Employment Services Department offers training, coaching, resource navigation, internships, networking, workshops, and supportive services for adults who want to improve their skills, build self-confidence, and find a job that aligns with their financial and career goals. We partner with dozens of local employers seeking qualified individuals and host frequent hiring events. The Employment Services team is committed to leveraging our individual and combined strengths in service of our clients through teamwork, innovation, and collaboration.
The Financial Coach is responsible for empowering adults to achieve financial stability and growth through personalized coaching and education. This role is vital in helping clients achieve financial empowerment and navigate the complexities of personal finance.
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ELA/GED Instructor & Substitute Instructor
- Position Title: ELA/GED Instructor & Substitute Instructor
- Employment Type: Contract Staff PT
- Reports to: Education Services Manager
- Salary Range: $30-35/HR
- OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Job Summary
As a highly regarded service center, Tacoma Community House’s Education Department remains a beacon of hope and opportunity for those seeking to achieve personal growth and empowerment through gainful employment. Its legacy of success continues to make a profound impact on the lives of countless individuals, fostering a stronger, more inclusive community for all.
Our dedicated instructors offer both morning and afternoon in-person ELA classes, and we have exciting plans to expand our offerings to include evening classes in the near future. In addition, we provide ABE/GED classes in the mornings. Our instructors collaborate as a cohesive team, working together to create, refine, and deliver curriculum, all while adhering to program guidelines and maintaining meticulous records. As part of our agency’s ongoing growth, we are actively building a pool of substitute instructors to further strengthen our team.
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Americorps Service Member-Immigration Pathways Navigator
- Service Role: Immigration Pathways Navigator
- Employment Type: Regular, Full-Time
- Reports to: HR & Operations Manager
- Monthly Stipend: $1780.95
- Application Deadline: August 31, 2024, or until filled
Service Role Summary
AmeriCorps members will facilitate the “Pathways to Immigration Knowledge” project, conducting community workshops to educate individuals about the complex immigration process. Through these workshops and info sessions, members will empower community members with the knowledge needed to navigate the immigration process, enhancing their opportunities for economic stability and legal understanding.
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Americorps Service Member-Volunteer Services Coordinator
- Service Role: Volunteer Services Coordinator
- Employment Type: Regular, Full-Time
- Reports to: Development & Communications Manager
- Monthly Stipend: $1780.95
- Application Deadline: August 31, 2024, or until filled
Service Role Summary
The Volunteer Services Coordinator will provide support in helping our organization build a more interconnected community through community engagement and events.
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Application Process
We strongly encourage individuals with personal, shared, or lived experience as an immigrant, refugee, or formerly homeless young adult to apply for these positions. We recognize the value of diverse perspectives and believe that firsthand knowledge of the challenges faced by our participants will greatly contribute to the success of our mission.
To apply for a position, please e-mail a Cover Letter that specifically addresses how your background makes you the best fit for the position, your resume, and three(3) professional references to Jobs@TacomaCommunityHouse.org.
Why Work at Tacoma Community House?
Your paycheck is only part of your total compensation package. Employees also have access to a benefits package worth about 30% of your salary.
- Insurance – We offer a comprehensive health care benefits package including medical, dental, and basic life insurance.
- Retirement – Tacoma Community House employees may participate in a 403b plan which includes generous support from the Agency after 1 year of service.
- Paid Leave – Leave benefits include 24 days of paid time off in the first year and 11 paid holidays.
We Are a Welcoming Workplace
Inclusion and empowerment are an integral part of who we are – our history, our culture, our identity. These values lead us in our operations as we strive to build and nurture a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and connects to each other in our dedication to equity and social justice.
Tacoma Community House is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Tacoma Community House is an equal opportunity employer and provider of services. Deaf, hard of hearing or speech disabled persons may contact us through Washington Relay Services 1-800-833-6388 (TTY or ASCHII) 1-800-833-6386 (VCO) or 1-877-833-6341 (STS).
In our relationships with staff, our participants, and our community, Tacoma Community House does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, marital or military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, the presence or perception of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, genetic information, or any other status or characteristic protected by local, state or federal law. Applicants in need of accommodations are encouraged to call (253) 383-3951.
Have Questions?
Please e-mail us at jobs@tacomacommunityhouse.org or call (253) 383-3951 for questions regarding positions at TCH and The REACH Center.