Have a demonstrable passion to provide care for homeless people?
Operation Nightwatch is looking to fill two part-time ministry positions. One provides care for homeless people in Bellevue/Redmond/Kirkland area. The other will work with organized homeless camps, to provide support. Both positions require a commitment to Christian ministry, and care for marginalized people, left behind by the booming Seattle economy.
Street Minister – Eastside
Purpose: To provide pastoral care and meet the physical needs of people experiencing homelessness on the Eastside wherever they may congregate, including shelters, public spaces and on the street. Develop relationships with said population and assist in their journey toward stability.
Background: Homelessness is a growing concern in areas outside of Seattle, including the Eastside. The approach of companionship produces successful outcomes. Experience shows that having someone to walk alongside a person living in homelessness greatly increases their chance of exiting the lifestyle.
Possible Activities:
- Develop cadre of volunteers (as well as utilize current Eastside Nightwatch volunteers)
- Perform ministry of presence in areas where people experiencing homelessness may gather
- Connect clients to resources and help them to navigate the system
- Tap into supply of Nightwatch items to facilitate engagement with clients
- Work with individuals to meet needs: survival items, ID, move-in’s, other supports
This is a part-time (20 hrs/wk) position. Salary is $18-$24/hr DOE.
Please send resume and cover letter to jobs@seattlenightwatch.org
Applications accepted through April 30.
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Street Minister – Eastside
Street Minister – Camp Liaison
Purpose: To support organized tent encampments, the Camp Liaison will:
- Marshal volunteer resources on behalf of encampments and tiny house villages
- Establish meaningful relationships with homeless campers
- Provide pastoral care and mentoring
Background: There are currently 12 organized homeless camps and tiny house villages in the greater Seattle area. Some of these are lightly served by social services or chaplaincy programs. A 20-hour week worker could develop relationships with several camps, and pursue outcomes consistent with Nightwatch’s mission and focus.
Possible Activities:
- Develop cadre of volunteers
- Perform ministry of presence and pastoral care in camps and villages
- Organize and/or deliver food
- Assist with camp moves
- Work with individuals to meet needs: survival items, ID, move-in’s, other supports
This is a part-time (20 hrs/wk) position. Salary is $18-$24/hr DOE.
Please send resume and cover letter to jobs@seattlenightwatch.org
Applications accepted through April 30.
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Street Minister – Camp Liaison
We are currently hiring Security Staff
Make a difference for homeless people at Operation Nightwatch.
Our late-night Security Staff assist homeless people between 8 p.m. and midnight. This is a great part-time job opportunity to gain direct service experience in social services.
Work with other staff and volunteers in providing food, shelter, and amenities to homeless adults. Additionally, staff provide light custodial services, which include sweeping, mopping, and disposal of trash and recycling.
Must be compassionate and team-oriented. Must be able to keep cool under pressure, and able to communicate well with people who have various impairments or challenges.
Please send resume and cover letter to jobs@seattlenightwatch.org
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