Summary
Supervise children and volunteers at Skookum Kids’ emergency children’s shelter The Landing during
overnight hours
Reports To: Program Manager of The Landing
Qualifications
General affability and capacity to engage with people from all walks of life
Ability to confidently de-escalate children in crisis
Access to reliable transportation
Aspiration to embody the values of Skookum Kids
Flexibility to work unanticipated or long hours during scheduled on-call days
Degree in social work or a closely related field OR 3 years of childcare experience
Key Responsibilities
Remain awake and alert during overnight Landing shifts (12am-8am) while children are present
Create a warm, safe, and welcoming environment for children, social workers, and volunteers.
Answer intake calls and make appropriate placement decisions.
Welcome children to The Landing and ensure intake procedures are completed
Ensure The Landing is set up for success for the following day (laundry, paperwork, discharge
procedures, light cleaning)
Assist Program Manager in various admin tasks
Part-time 10-24 hours/week
2-3 Overnight shifts/week (Midnight-8am)
On-call pay: $5.25/hour
On-site pay: $21/hour
To inquire, please send resume to
Overnight Specialist in Bellingham at Skookum Kids
This position is listed as part time and onsite. It was posted last week.