Thank you for your interest in HomeStep. Though a program of the Church Council of Greater Seattle, HomeStep has no expectation of religious affiliation or participation for staff or clients. We believe that there are many reasons this is a wonderful place to work. Let us highlight a few for you!

• HomeStep has provided transitional housing and case management (through two programs that merged in 2007) for families and Individuals without homes for 18 years. It is a very successful program. We consistently rank high in the city/county ratings for competitive federal McKinney funding. 79% of the families who have left our program moved into permanent homes or apartments of their own. This model works!

• Because our project is highly successful it has solid financial backing. Our 15-member Advisory Board is well connected, highly motivated and passionate about supporting staff and clients. In 2007 they actively helped raise more than $220,000 in individual donations.  We also have strong government partnerships. More than 40% of our $700,000 budget is covered by city, county and federal grants which have been renewed even in these difficult economic times. In-kind resources also abound. Four church partners currently donate the use of houses or apartments to HomeStep for use as transitional housing. 

• HomeStep staff all like working here. We are strong professionals who are committed to our vocations and to social justice as well. We are equally committed to having a life beyond our jobs. This is critical because the work itself can be very stressful – we often deal with families and individuals encountering incredible difficulties. In order to adequately support them, we must feel supported. To this end, we take care of ourselves. We are encouraged to take all 22 days of vacation each year (12 days for non-exempt staff, increasing by 1 day per year up to a maximum of 17 days). We are a very strong team; we like each other. Dress is decidedly casual and we laugh a lot. Word at the Church Council has it that HomeStep is both effective and fun. 

These are just a few of the reasons that HomeStep is a good place to work. We hope they pique your interest! We look forward to receiving your application.