Part-Time Program Assistant at Blaine

This is a unionized position, represented by Local 8 of the Office and Professional Employees International Union (OPEIU).

Job Type: Part-time

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.

Blaine Veterans Center is a 24-hour shelter program, which provides enhanced emergency shelter for 36 male-identifying veterans. Guests access on-site housing navigation, hygiene services, daily meals, and a variety of case management resources to help eliminate barriers to stability. This intensive case management program is designed to move participants towards stable, permanent housing. Referrals are through the King County Veterans Program?

Compass Housing Alliance develops and provides essential services, shelter, and affordable housing so that everyone in our community has a safe place to call home. We envision a world in which every person lives in a safe and caring community. Compass offers an open, supportive, and challenging work environment committed to promoting the dignity and well-being of each person that we serve.

We recognize the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to the organization. All employees are expected to make efforts in their work and in their conduct to be welcoming to all. As of 2026, Compass Housing Alliance is a division of Lutheran Community Services Northwest (LCSNW). After years of affiliation and partnership, Compass and LCSNW joined together as one organization aligned in our shared values: compassion, love, health, justice, and hope.

By combining LCSNW’s network of health and human services and Compass’s expertise in affordable housing and emergency services, we can provide holistic support to the communities we serve

LOCATION:

Queen Anne Neighborhood (Seattle, WA)

REPORTS TO:

Manager

FLSA STATUS:
Non-Exempt

SCHEDULE:

Saturday-Sunday 8am-4pm with monthly staff meetings on Tuesday from 2-4pm

MEAL PERIOD:
Paid (30-minutes)

SALARY RANGE: $25.24 per hour

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

Starting full-time benefits package includes medical/vision/dental insurance (at low or no monthly cost), Orca transportation card, $500 towards a health Flexible Spending Account, retirement plan, Employee Assistance Program (free mental health counseling), up to 4 weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO), up to 12 days of floating holiday leave, and up to 9 days of holiday work pay.

Starting part-time benefits package includes an Orca transportation card, a retirement plan, an Employee Assistance Program (free mental health counseling), pro-rated Paid Time Off (PTO), pro-rated floating holiday leave, and up to 9 days of holiday work pay.

Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. The employee in this position must be able to read, write, and understand English.

• Provide trauma-informed monitoring of activity in and around the building to ensure safety, security, and comfort of guests/residents/participants and staff.
• Mediate conflicts and provide de-escalation and crisis intervention; model appropriate problem solving and refer to appropriate services as needed.
• Assist in support of program activities. Including meal services, assisting guests/residents/participants with tasks such as laundry access and/or instruction, group activities, or other similar activities.
• Engage guests/residents/participants to assess needs providing immediate and appropriate information and referrals.
• Respond to guests/residents/participants issues as appropriate or as directed by program management and/or property management.
• Report guest/resident/participant and/or building needs to management and ensure supply/equipment is in stock for use.
• Monitor security cameras, make periodic security rounds of the building, check lights, doors, and windows, and investigate noise and other complaints.
• Log all actions, incidents, rule enforcements, and report unusual or sensitive matters to the Program Coordinator and/or Manager.
• Control after-hours front door/access and monitor guest/resident/participant log enforcing rules and…