Why Compass? Working for Compass is a way to make real, positive change in people's lives. Compass Housing Alliance believes that everyone deserves stability, growth, and community and that can only be fulfilled when everyone has safe, affordable housing. Whether we work in direct service or in support of the mission in administration and operations, we're all seeking to better our community. We're looking to welcome people to our team that are passionate, skilled, and enjoy a little light-heartedness in their work environment. We recognize the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to the organization and consider the diversity of staff, guests, residents, and community partners to be an important asset. Operating at 15+ locations in Seattle, Auburn, Renton & Shoreline.
The Program Assistant observes, records, and responds as needed to the comings and goings of guests/residents/participants and staff, and maintains a safe and comfortable environment, to respond to issues as appropriate. They serve as a member of the program services team; they support and work with them to serve the community by providing trauma-informed assistance. This is a unionized position, represented by Local 8 of the Office and Professional Employees International Union (OPEIU).
Operating on a "housing first" model, Nyer Urness House provides 80 units of permanent supportive housing to adults who were formerly unhoused. Supportive services include case management, a medical clinic operated by Neighborcare Health on-site, daily meals and other community building resources. The community is named for the Reverend Nyer Urness, whose philosophy of meeting people where they are is a fundamental principle of the work at Nyer Urness House.
Ballard Neighborhood (Seattle, WA)
Program Coordinator
Non-Exempt
Wednesday-Sunday 3-11:30pm
Monthly all-staff meetings last Wednesday 9-11am and Monthly team meetings 2nd Tuesday 10-11am
Unpaid (30-minutes)
$26.25 per hour (Step 1*) Step 2 increase of 2.5% after 12 consecutive months of employment
• At least 1 year of experience in a social/human service setting, preferred. • Awareness and/or training around belonging, compassion, and meeting people where they are, preferred. • Familiarity with topics of housing instability, mental health, substance use, sexual assault, and/or domestic violence, preferred. • Experience working in an environment where language may be a barrier, preferred. • Current WA State Food Handlers Permit, preferred (If not current, will be sponsored within 1-month of hire). • Work experience is a key factor for success in this role. In addition, success in this role requires a passion for knowledge and drive for continuing professional development or education. A degree in a related field would be a complement to the required experience.
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.