Day Program Assistant at Day Social Services

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.

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

Compass Day Services includes the Client Services Office (CSO), the Hygiene Center, and the Day Services Center. The Day Center offers comfort and stability to those in need. People can seek refuge, meals, and basic services, as well as connect with housing navigation support, case management, mental health counseling, and nursing services. The Hygiene Center offers individuals experiencing homelessness a place to use the restroom, take a hot shower, and do a load of laundry. The CSO provides free mail services for individuals who are housing insecure.

Location

Pioneer Square Neighborhood (Seattle, WA)

Reports To

Program Coordinator

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Schedule

Monday-Friday 8 : 30am-4 : 30pm & 3rd Saturday 8am-12pm; with weekly staff meetings Thursday at 1pm

Meal Period

Paid (30-minutes)

Salary Range

$24.50 per hour (Level 1

• ) Level 2 : 2.5% increase after a consecutive year of employment

Full Time Benefits Include

Qualifications

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.