CHIL Youth Handbook
Where are you allowed to smoke?
Outside only.
What floor do we stay on?
5Th
What is the curfew here at CHIL?
10 pm Sunday through Thursday
12 am Friday and Saturday
When are youth allowed to wash?
On their designated wash days
What's another term for COVID?
Corona Virus
What are the limits to confidentiality?
Talk of harming self
Talk of harming others
Talk of someone being harmed
Talk of major crimes (being committed or committed in past)
What is the YDC phone number
312-759-7888
What times do staff give youth snacks?
4 pm
9 pm
What weapons are youth allowed to bring in space?
NONE
What does CHIL stand for?
Covenant House Illinois
What is the medication Policy here at CHIL?
All medication must be given to staff to be placed in medication box.
What is Residential's phone number?
312-500-4930
What times are smoke breaks in residential?
7:45 pm
9:45 pm
What is the rule surrounding youth's paychecks?
Youth are required to save 80 percent of their checks.
The amount is up to the discretion of CM
How many youth are allowed in residential?
12
What is the policy surrounding gang activity?
NOT ALLOWED
How many months does a client stay with CHIL?
4 months
Between what times is outside dinner allowed?
6-7 pm for those not working
If working outside dinner is allowed upon arrival to residence.
What's the rule on dating in space?
It's discouraged
No sexual contact in space.
When are youth supposed to wear face masks
At all times (when outside of room).
Name one of the five principles of CHIL
1. Choice
2. Immediacy
3.Sanctuary
4.Structure
5. Value of communication
What Room washes on Saturday?
Any room that needs to wash
Free wash Day
When are youth (residential) allowed to visit the clothing closet?
On their laundry between 7-9pm
In case of emergency (interview, no clean clothes/accidents)
How does a youth obtain an OVN pass?
Speak with CM
Speak with Amy
What do youth do with CHIL towels when their dirty?
Place them in laundry bin in office.