Full-Time Shelter Counselor

New Horizons Ministries

7 days ago

Seattle, Washington$25 per hourFull TimeSocial Services

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Job Description

About the Role

Join New Horizons Ministries as a Shelter Counselor – Overnight Shifts, $25/hr in United States. Hours: 8pm to 8:30am- three shifts per week, plus 1 meeting per week (37.5-40-hour work week).

Key Responsibilities

lead the nightly operations of the Nest on 3rd.

manage waitlist/roster, conduct new intakes as needed Prep and/or serve meals as needed Oversee chores, lau.

Conduct shift debrief Administrative duties Enter and manage data in HMIS Conduct program intakes and make r.

provide presence, reassurance, and support to guests Ensure all policies and protocols related to safety are.

Benefits & Compensation

Salary: $25/hr

25 days PTO.

401(k) with employer match.

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

Weekend coverage may be required.

Night or evening shifts may be required.

Apply to join New Horizons Ministries as a Shelter Counselor – Overnight Shifts, $25/hr.

Key Skills

CollaborationReliabilitySafetyPatienceResourcefulnessTeamworkProblem SolvingData ManagementCommunicationConflict ResolutionCrisis ManagementTrauma Informed CareMeal PreparationShelter OperationsIntake ProceduresAdministrative Duties

Requirements

Candidates should have a minimum of one year of experience working with young adults in social services or education settings. Proficiency in PC applications and the ability to work overnight shifts are also required.

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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Full-Time Shelter Counselor at New Horizons Ministries a 2.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Social Services physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

Social Services — Physician Career Context

This Social Services position at New Horizons Ministries is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Compensation Analysis

This position also offers production-based compensation: $50000 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in Seattle, Washington.

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a physician earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.

Why This Position Stands Out

No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
Transparent compensation ($50k–$50k)

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Collaboration, Reliability, Safety, Patience, Resourcefulness, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Data Management. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Social Services role.

Core responsibilities: Shelter counselors lead the nightly operations of the shelter, providing consistency and support to young adults experiencing homelessness. They engage with guests, manage shelter operations, and ensure safety protocols are followed.

Benefits package: $25 per hour, 25 PTO days per year, 6 paid holidays, 403(b) retirement plan with 2% employer match, Employee Assistance Program, $50 per month commuter assistance, Medical, dental, vision plan premiums paid. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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