Safe Haven Residential Staff

Deborah•Chicago, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for daily Safe Haven operations including maintaining timely and accurate logs; meal preparation and delivery; crisis intervention; conducting Safe Haven activities; ensuring safety and integrity of Safe Haven space.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Food Handling and Sanitation Certification within six months of employment.
2-3 years residential program experience
2-3 years working with people with mental illness, substance abuse and/or both
Knowledge of issues surrounding homelessness, mental illness and chemical dependency and MISA issues
Proficiency in Microsoft Office software
Effective oral and written communication skills
Good organizational skills
Conflict management and crisis intervention skills
Ability to communicate effectively with case management, staff, psychiatrist and other providers around mental health and medical issues
Demonstrate clear and professional boundaries
Act in a professional manner

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred.
First Aid/CPR preferred.
Valid Illinois driver's license, proof of insurance and own vehicle preferred.

Responsibilities

Know and comply with policies and procedures of Deborah's Place and the Safe Haven program.
Coordinate the scheduling and training of Safe Haven staff.
Communicate directly and effectively concerns and observations to internal and external service providers.
Communicate directly and effectively with other Safe Haven staff.
Ensure program safety, security, cleanliness and integrity of the building during designated hours.
Prepare and serve meals.
Ensure the proper ordering, stocking and storage of goods.
Coordinate distribution and storage of donated foods, including pick-ups and produce from the Greater Chicago Food Depository.
Solicit food donations and foster positive relationships with food donors.
Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and food service area as well as maintain organized pantries, refrigerators and freezers.