What are the responsibilities and job description for the Evening Program Assistant in Emergency Housing Program position at Compass Housing Alliance?
**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 Seattle, Auburn, Renton & Shoreline.
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| ABOUT THE POSITION:** 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).* |
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| 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. |
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| - LOCATION: North Beacon Hill Neighborhood (Seattle, WA) |
| - REPORTS TO: Program Manager |
| - FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt |
| - SCHEDULE: Tuesday-Saturday, 11:55pm-8:00am; with staff meetings |
| the first Thursday of the month |
| - MEAL PERIOD: Paid (30-minutes) |
| - SALARY RANGE: $26.25 per hour (*Step 1**) including the $1.75 |
| overnight shift differential |
| * *Step 2: 2.5% increase after a consecutive year of employment* |
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Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality, tactfulness, and respect for participants from diverse backgrounds and identities.
Demonstrated knowledge of best practices in de-escalation, crisis intervention, and stabilization skills.
Demonstrated knowledge of local resources and services for individuals who are experiencing homelessness or housing instability.
Manage difficult interpersonal situations effectively and know when to seek out support from your manager when needed.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions and crisis situations.
Ability to set and maintain boundaries in a professional manner.
Ability to follow agenc policy and procedures to maintain safety and security within the facility.
Follow sound interpersonal boundaries and emotional intelligence.
Relate openly and comfortably with people from all backgrounds while valuing different points of views.
Promote a team environment that values, encourages, and supports differences.
Work independently and as part of a team, particularly to exercise sound decision making in the absence of supe
**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.
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| ** |
| ABOUT THE POSITION:** 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).* |
| |
| ** |
| 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. |
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| - LOCATION: North Beacon Hill Neighborhood (Seattle, WA) |
| - REPORTS TO: Program Manager |
| - FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt |
| - SCHEDULE: Tuesday-Saturday, 11:55pm-8:00am; with staff meetings |
| the first Thursday of the month |
| - MEAL PERIOD: Paid (30-minutes) |
| - SALARY RANGE: $26.25 per hour (*Step 1**) including the $1.75 |
| overnight shift differential |
| * *Step 2: 2.5% increase after a consecutive year of employment* |
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- FULL TIME BENEFITS INCLUDE: **Unlimited Orca Transportation Pass, Medical/Prescription/Vision, Dental, $500 Health Flexible Spending Account 4 Weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) & 12 Paid Holidays, Retirement Plan, Employee Assistance Program.
Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality, tactfulness, and respect for participants from diverse backgrounds and identities.
Demonstrated knowledge of best practices in de-escalation, crisis intervention, and stabilization skills.
Demonstrated knowledge of local resources and services for individuals who are experiencing homelessness or housing instability.
Manage difficult interpersonal situations effectively and know when to seek out support from your manager when needed.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions and crisis situations.
Ability to set and maintain boundaries in a professional manner.
Ability to follow agenc policy and procedures to maintain safety and security within the facility.
Follow sound interpersonal boundaries and emotional intelligence.
Relate openly and comfortably with people from all backgrounds while valuing different points of views.
Promote a team environment that values, encourages, and supports differences.
Work independently and as part of a team, particularly to exercise sound decision making in the absence of supe
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