At Compass, EVERYONE DESERVES A HOME.

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 Auburn, Renton, Seattle and Shoreline.

ABOUT THE POSITION: The Counselor is responsible for milieu management while engaging clients in a direct social service program. Time is divided among direct service, operations, and administrative responsibilities to ensure the efficient and effective operation of the program. Duties include client engagement, intake, assessment, advocacy, information and referral, problem solving and crisis intervention, in addition to meal preparation, laundry, and light janitorial assignments. This is a unionized position, represented by Local 8 of the Office and Professional Employees International Union (OPEIU). *.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM:** Jan & Peter's Place Women's Shelter provides a safe and warm place to sleep each night for 40 female-identifying guests experiencing homelessness. Guests are served dinner and breakfast at the shelter and have access to case management and support services.

LOCATION: North Beacon Hill Neighborhood in Seattle, WA REPORTS TO: Program Manager/Shift Supervisor FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt SCHEDULE: Sunday-Wednesday 11pm-8am; with monthly staff meetings on 3rd or 4th Wednesday 3:30-5pm MEAL PERIOD: Paid (30-minutes) SALARY RANGE: *$21.22 per hour (Step 1) with an additional $1.75 per overnight hour * Step 2: increase of 2.5% after 12 consecutive months of employment ** FULL TIME BENEFITS INCLUDE: Unlimited Orca Transportation Pass, Medical/Prescription/Vision, Dental, $500 Health Flexible Spending Account 4 Weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) & 11 Paid Holidays, Retirement Plan, Employee Assistance Program.

**QUALIFICATIONS:

• A minimum of 1 year of experience in customer service, **required. • At least 1 year of experience in a social/human service setting, desired. • Awareness and/or training around issues of equity, intersectionality, and belonging. • Current WA State Food Handlers Permit, desired (If not current, will be sponsored within 1-month of hire). • Familiarity with topics of housing instability, mental health, substance use, sexual assault, and/or domestic violence. Experience working in an environment where language may be a barrier, required. • 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 human/social services or related field would be a complement to the required experience.

HOW TO APPLY?

Complete an application today at:

https://www.compasshousingallianc