What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vocational Specialist position at Tahoma Associates?
Make a Difference. Every Day.
Salary Range $21.00 - $24.00 per hour depending on experience with generous benefits.
Tahoma Associates, a nonprofit organization dedicated to building inclusive communities, is seeking a Vocational Specialist to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in finding and keeping meaningful employment.
If you believe in the power of work, purpose, and belonging and you want a career that changes lives, this could be the perfect fit for you.
What You’ll Do:
- Support individuals with IDD in finding and maintaining community-based employment
- Provide personalized job coaching, career exploration, and soft skills development
- Build strong partnerships with local businesses to create inclusive hiring opportunities
- Advocate for your clients’ success by promoting natural supports and workplace accommodations
- Monitor progress and celebrate every milestone, big or small
- Keep organized documentation and communicate with families, guardians, and other stakeholders
Qualifications:
- Valid Washington Driver’s License
- Proof of Liability Insurance
- Acceptable Driving Record
- Reliable Car
- Must be able to pass background check
- First Aid/CPR (within 30 days)
Why Join Us?
- Medical/ Vision and Employer HSA Contribution
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- 401K Eligibility After One Year, Including Employer Match
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Cell Phone Stipend
- Additional Voluntary Benefits
- Meaningful work that creates a real, lasting impact
- Supportive team culture that values collaboration, compassion, and growth
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Mileage reimbursement, paid holidays, and health benefits (for eligible employees)
- Be part of a movement toward equity, dignity, and opportunity for all
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Gig Harbor, WA 98335 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Gig Harbor, WA 98335: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21 - $24