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 Housing Case Manager provides trauma-informed services to individual program participants, many of whom have multiple barriers (i.e., mental health, substance use disorder, chronic health conditions, frequent contact with law enforcement, etc.), so that secure, stable, and permanent housing may be achieved and/or maintained. This service includes assessment, documentation, information and referral, goal setting, direct advocacy, cooperative case planning, and coordination of services. The Case Manager assists and empowers participants to make necessary connection with the community and providers to stabilize and improve the quality of their lives. This is a unionized position, represented by Local 8 of the Office and Professional Employees International Union (OPEIU)
ABOUT THE PROGRAM: Located in Auburn, WA, Don’s Place is a hybrid housing program combining aspects of both Compass’ enhanced shelter and permanent supportive housing programs. It provides non-time limited emergency housing with 24/7 supportive services for adults and couples. Referrals for program participants will be received from Coordinated Entry for All (CEA) and the local Auburn community. In addition to supportive services, participants have access to daily meals, 24/7 staffing support, laundry, and other resources including referrals to medical and mental health services and other benefits to assist in addressing any barriers to long-term, stable housing.
LOCATION: Near Emerald Downs (Auburn, WA)
REPORTS TO: Program Manager
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
SCHEDULE: Sunday-Thursday 10am-6:00pm; with monthly staffing meetings on 4th Thursday 8-10:30am and weekly case management meetings on Wednesdays 1-3pm
SALARY RANGE: $26.36 per hour (Level 1)
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:
Work experience and education are both evaluated in determining the likelihood of success in this role.
A minimum of 2-years’ experience in a social/human service setting related to housing and homelessness, required.
Experience and education that demonstrates competency in and awareness of equity, intersectionality and belonging is essential. As well as a familiarity with issues of homelessness, mental illness, substance abuse, sexual assault and/or domestic violence, required.
Experience working in an environment where language may be a barrier, desired.
Current WA State Food Handlers Permit, desired (If not current, will be sponsored within 1-month of hire).
Certain positions will require driving duties. Driving related qualifications include Valid WA driver’s license, proof of car insurance, and a driving record that meets Compass standards.
HOW TO APPLY?
Complete an application today at: https://www.compasshousingalliance.org/employment/
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Compass Housing Alliance maintains practices and policies that eliminate barriers to equal employment opportunity and strives to ensure that applicants and employees are treated without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, gender identity, genetic information, honorably discharged veteran or military status, marital status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking, political ideology, sensory, physical or mental disability, caste status, the use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability and all other groups protected by law. Compass’s policies and practices are intended to promote diversity and equal employment opportunity in all aspects of employment, such as: recruitment, selection, compensation, hours of work, work schedules, benefits, training, retention, promotions, demotions, transfers, advertising, layoff, and termination. All employees of the agency are required to comply with the provisions of these policies. Failure to do so may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. In compliance with the ADA Amendment Act, should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department via phone at 206-474-1100