Careers at HOSWWA
Working With Us
Interested in more than just a job? Are you interested in making a difference? Housing Opportunities of SW Washington (HOSWWA) can help you do just that.
At HOSWWA we put people first, pursue excellence and act with integrity. We believe housing is the foundation to stability and through a variety of programs we place people in stable housing.
We believe in a healthy work/life balance and care for our employee’s wellbeing. We offer a generous benefits package that includes paid leave, medical benefits, and retirement through Washington State Retirement System. Working at HOSWWA you will find a positive office environment that nurtures strong camaraderie. Our agency encourages personal and professional growth while maintaining flexible work hours. Most importantly we are a passionate housing authority committed to making positive changes in our community.
Benefits Description
HOSWWA offers full-time employees and their eligible family members the option to enroll in medical, dental, vision, and/or supplemental life insurance. Employees are also covered by Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability insurance.
All HOSWWA employees are members of the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) administered by the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Employees may also contribute funds to Deferred Compensation Program (DCP), a 457(b)-tax deferred savings plan run by the DRS.
Employees receive 14 paid holidays per year, paid sick leave accrual at a rate of 8 hours per month, and, following 6 months’ orientation, paid annual leave starting at 40 hours per year.
Other benefits include two Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) and access to student loan forgiveness through Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
Equal Opportunity Employer
HOSWWA is committed to the ideals of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. All qualified applicants are welcome without regard to gender, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, or cultural identity, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, genetics, or disability. We highly encourage minorities, LGBTQIA, Veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply.
We also highly value individuals with "lived experience" as they can more readily identify with our clients. If you have experience being houseless, have received government poverty services, have participated in the foster care system, or have other experiences where you can identify with our clients in affordable housing, we highly encourage you to apply.
Open Positions
Please download and complete the attached application.
Please send application, resume, and references to HR@hoswwa.org with job title in the subject line. Jobs are open until filled.
Peer Support
HOSWWA has an open Part-Time Peer Support position in the Supportive Services Division. This position is located in Kelso, WA.
This position provides peer support services to residents with a history of substance abuse problems and/or mental illness. While making use of Harm Reduction and Motivational Interviewing techniques, the incumbent will work with residents to help them achieve goals such as housing stability, income enhancement, and self-determination.
Full job description: Peer Support
Wage Scale: Level 4, $22.87 - $31.66 /Hour
Applicants should not expect to start in the highest range of this salary.
Employment Application
Please do not contact Housing Opportunities directly.
Get To Know Us
Housing Opportunities of SW Washington is located in Longview, WA 98632. Click the links below to our agency and community.