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ABOUT THE POSITION: The Program Assistant observes, records, and responds as needed to the comings and goings of guests, staff, and residents, maintains a safe and comfortable environment for residents, and responds to resident issues as appropriate. Maintains security by following procedures and interacting with and monitoring activity in the lobby area. They serve as a member of the program services team; they support and work with the other team members 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: 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: Shift Supervisor & Program Coordinator FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt SCHEDULE: Friday-Saturday 4pm-12am; with monthly staff meetings on 1st Monday & 3rd Thursday MEAL PERIOD: Paid (30-minutes) SALARY: $21.22 per hour (Step 1)* Step 2 increase of 2.5% after 12 consecutive months of employment PART TIME BENEFITS INCLUDE:* Unlimited Orca Transportation Pass, Pro-Rated Paid Time Off (PTO) & 11 Paid Holidays, Retirement Plan, Employee Assistance Program.

QUALIFICATIONS

A minimum of 1-years' experience in building security and/or customer service, desired.

A minimum of 1-year's of experience in human services (work and/or volunteer), desired.

Awareness and/or training around issues of equity, intersectionality, and belonging, desired.

Current WA State Food Handlers Permit, desired (If not current, will be sponsored within 1-month of hire). 

Familiarity with issues of housing instability, mental health, substance use, sexual assault, and/or domestic