Knowledge of crisis intervention and ability to address conflict between youth; able to respond quickly and safely while calmly de-escalating the crisis situations and emergencies.
Can maintain confidentiality while understanding and complying with requirements of mandated reporting, HIPAA, and other limits to confidentiality.
Willingness to utilize training opportunities in support of personal and professional growth, competence development, and to increase overall capacity to serve youth every day.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient with standard computer operating systems.
Willingness and ability to work outside of normal business hours as well as Holidays and weekends as needed.
Able to accommodate a wide range of physical activity, including but not limited to walking long distances, moving up and down the stairs, lifting bags or boxes up to 50 pounds, driving a minivan, and physically assist youth if needed.
Willingness and ability to attain a CPR/First Aid Certification.
Pass federal, state, and local background check investigations.
Organizational abilities and level of responsibility conducive to ensuring team and youth safety, keeping supplies inventoried and stocked, and tracking and reporting on grant-funded activities.
Able to articulate successes and challenges experienced by youth to inform program development and effectively communicate with CHIL staff, community partners, funding sources, and others.
Willingness to advocate for the right of all youth passionately and actively to be valued, supported, and housed.