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COMPASS HOUSING ALLIANCE Housing Case Manager I at Dexter in Seattle, Washington
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 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 connections 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:* *Our home in South Lake Union provides 72 units of housing for individuals and families who have formerly experienced homelessness and housing insecurity. On-site amenities include a children's center, outdoor play area, shared community room and case management. This building offers 1, 2, and 3-bedroom units.
LOCATION: South Lake Union Neighborhood (Seattle, Wa)
REPORTS TO: Program Manager
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
SCHEDULE: 10:30am-7Pm Monday-Friday; weekly staff meeting Tuesdays at 1pm
MEAL SCHEDULE: unpaid (30 minutes)
SALARY RANGE: $29.87 per hour (level I)
*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.
QUALIFICATIONS:
A minimum of 2 years' experience in a social/human service setting related to housing and homelessness, required.
Experience and education that demonstrates competency with issues of housing instability, mental health, substance use, sexual assault and/or domestic violence, preferred.
Awareness and/or training around belonging, compassion, and meeting people where they are, preferred
Experience working in an environment where language may be a barrier, preferred.
Fluent reading, writing, and understanding skills in English, required.
Current WA State Food Handlers Permit, preferred (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.
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 w