Turn Tax Season into a Season of Support in Anacostia

Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Community Tax Aid is seeking enthusiastic Client Navigators to join our vibrant team! This is the perfect opportunity for someone who loves helping others and wants to make sure there is no barrier to receiving top-notch tax assistance. No prior experience with taxes is required.

Let us know about any accommodations you need—we’re happy to work with you.

We strive to make our sites inclusive for people of all gender identities, disabilities, and cultural backgrounds.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide a warm welcome to clients as they begin their tax preparation journey, ensuring they feel comfortable and informed.
• Assist clients with the intake process by helping them understand and complete the necessary forms.
• Accompany clients throughout the tax preparation process, offering real-time translation services and answering any questions they may have.
• Serve as the liaison between clients and tax preparers, ensuring clear communication and a seamless experience.
• Support the tax site team in creating a friendly and inviting atmosphere where every client leaves feeling taken care of.

What You Bring:

• A friendly, approachable demeanor, and a passion for community service.
• Excellent communication skills and a desire to assist people from diverse backgrounds.
• Patience and the ability to explain forms and processes in a straightforward way.
• A commitment to confidentiality and ethical handling of sensitive information.

What's In It For You:

• A chance to meet new people from all walks of life and be part of a team that's making a tangible difference.
• A rewarding experience where you’ll witness the direct impact of your help on individuals in your community.
• The ability to learn more about the tax process without the pressure of handling tax documents.

Where you could volunteer:

• Anacostia, DC: 2907 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE, Washington, DC 20032, USA

When we would need you:

• Monday through Thursday 10:00 am- 2:00 pm

Physical Requirements

• Volunteer should be able to move around in a confined space
• Volunteer should be able to sit for extended periods of time; but standing and moving breaks can be available
• Site is wheelchair-accessible
• Free parking available on-site, site closes before dark.
• Site is accessible via public transit and has an elevator to all floors.
• Volunteers should be comfortable reading printed materials; screen magnification can be provided
• Will be asked to respond to spoken questions in a busy environment

Environmental Factors

• Site may be moderately noisy during peak hours; quiet space breaks can be arranged.
• Shared workspace; volunteers should be comfortable working in close proximity to others.
• Volunteers will engage with clients in person and/or via written materials; training provided for common scenarios
• Scripts and talking points are available to support volunteers who prefer structured communication.
• Lunch will be provided

No prior experience with taxes is required—we’re looking for compassionate individuals eager to assist. Join us at Community Tax Aid and be the guiding light for our clients, ensuring they navigate their tax preparation with ease and confidence. Ready to make tax season a breeze for someone in need? Come aboard as a Client Navigator! Reach out to us and we will find the time and site that works best with your schedule.

If you have questions, email Andrea at

volunteer@communitytaxaiddc.org or give me a call at 202-547-7773 ext. 1012.