Safe Haven Residential Staff

Deborah's Place•Chicago, IL

1d•$18 - $20•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

Maintain timely and accurate logs.
Prepare and deliver meals.
Provide crisis intervention.
Conduct Safe Haven activities.
Ensure the safety and integrity of the Safe Haven space.
Coordinate the scheduling and training of Safe Haven staff.
Communicate concerns and observations to internal and external service providers.
Communicate 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, produce, and from the Greater Chicago Food Depository.
Solicit food donations and foster positive relationships with food donors.
Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen and food service area.
Maintain organized pantries, refrigerators, and freezers.