Blanchet House employs people with diverse backgrounds, histories, and fields of expertise to achieve its mission. We value both formal education and lived experience as preparation for success in our work. Blanchet House and Blanchet Farm provide job opportunities for growth, development, and the realization of one’s full potential. Many of our staff members identify as being in recovery. This aspect of our work environment, paired with our meaningful work for our guests and community, creates a culture of peer support and collaboration.

Job Openings 

Women’s Shelter On-Call Staff

Wage: $28.50/hour; Part-time on-call position requires evenings, overnight shifts, graveyard availability preferred, and likely weekends.

This position staffs Bethanie’s Room Women’s Shelter operations nightly to ensure a safe, welcoming, and well-run environment for all guests. The role involves preparing the shelter for opening, providing hospitality services such as meals, clothing, and hygiene supplies, and maintaining cleanliness and organization throughout the facility. Staff members monitor sleeping and common areas, respond to safety or health concerns, and collaborate with teammates to resolve issues quickly and compassionately. Using trauma-informed care, they support guests from intake through departure, de-escalate conflicts when needed, and help connect individuals with additional resources. The position also includes collecting and entering accurate data to improve services and outcomes. Full Job Description.

Resumes and cover letters should be sent to [email protected]. No phone calls, please.

Generous Benefits for Employees

The following is a partial list of benefits for full-time employees of Blanchet House. Many of these benefits are available to part-time employees at FTE equivalent or with employee contribution.

  • Free meals daily in the cafe.
  • 5 weeks of paid time off, plus 4 paid holidays.
  • Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) includes household members.
  • Simple IRA with a 3% match by the employer.
  • Work anniversary bonus.
  • Paid professional development opportunities.
  • Free parking and close to MAX and buses.
  • Portland BUsiness JOurnal Best Places to Work share
  • best places to work Oregon business 2023

Mission Statement

To offer food, shelter, and aid to all those in need of a safe place to be nourished and restored. Assist the transformation of each life we touch with compassion and dignity.

Non-Discrimination Policy

Blanchet House of Hospitality is an equal-opportunity employer. We will extend equal opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy), national origin, disability, age, gender or gender identification, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Our policy reflects and affirms Blanchet House of Hospitality’s commitment to the principles of fair employment and the elimination of all discriminatory practices.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Policy

At Blanchet House, a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment and community are ones where all employees, guests, and volunteers, whatever their gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, sexual orientation or identity, education, or disability, feel valued and respected. We are committed to a nondiscriminatory approach and provide equal opportunity for all. We respect and value diverse life experiences and heritages and ensure that all voices are valued and heard.

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SERVICES

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