Bilingual Immigration Counselor

Lutheran Community Services Northwest; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Vacation allowance

Sick leave

Paid holidays

403(b) retirement plan with matching

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Student loan forgiveness eligibility

Job summary

Lutheran Community Services NW seeks qualified individuals to support immigration services, counsel clients, and prepare family-based immigration applications. The role requires fluency in English and Spanish and DOJ accreditation as applicable, with office-based duties and community outreach.

The position emphasizes building trust with diverse populations, maintaining organized casework, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver holistic client services in a dynamic, nonprofit

Qualifications

• Requires fluency in English and Spanish (written and spoken).
• 1 year of related experience, specifically with Immigration and the Department of Justice.
• DOJ accreditation may be required depending on program or location requirements.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a representative of the immigration program and agency within the community and relevant organizations.
• Counsel clients with their immigration needs and serve as their legal representative.
• Complete family-based immigration applications such as Adjustment of Status, Naturalization, and Family Reunification.
• Maintain an ongoing, organized client caseload and detailed case notes.
• Complete continuing education to maintain DOJ accreditation and current knowledge of immigration policy.

Skills

Fluent English

Fluent Spanish

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual communication

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lutheran Community Services NW seeks qualified individuals to support immigration services, counsel clients, and prepare family-based immigration applications. The role requires fluency in English and Spanish and DOJ accreditation as applicable, with office-based duties and community outreach.

The position emphasizes building trust with diverse populations, maintaining organized casework, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver holistic client services in a dynamic, nonprofit