2. Minimum Qualifications & Training Education level completed Are you 18 years of age or older? * Choose one Yes No
Highest education level completed * Choose one High school diploma / GED Associate degree Bachelor's degree Master's degree Other
Relevant training and certifications Valid CPR / First Aid
Crisis intervention training
Medication administration training
Trauma-informed care training
Mandated reporter training
Other certifications, relevant skills, languages or specialized training
5. Experience Working with Youth Have you worked with children or adolescents? * Choose one Yes No
Areas of experience Residential care
Behavioral support
Crisis intervention
Trauma-informed care
Mentoring
Education
Foster care / child welfare
Mental / behavioral health
Developmental disabilities
Other
Describe your experience with children or adolescents, including ages and work setting
How would you respond to a youth who is upset, escalating, or refusing to follow a routine? *
6. References, Transportation & Job Readiness Provide three professional references who are not relatives.
Driving and transportation — if required for the position If yes, explain relevant license restrictions (do not enter license number)
Reliable transportation available
Willing and able to transport residents if authorized and required
Employment-related questions Can you perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation? * Choose one Yes No
Will you comply with confidentiality, resident rights, mandated reporting, safety and professional-boundary policies? * Choose one Yes No
Will you complete required orientation and ongoing training? * Choose one Yes No
7. Certification & Electronic Signature Read and affirm the statements below before submitting. Background checks and other legally restricted screening are addressed at the appropriate later hiring stage.
I certify that the information in my application is true and complete to the best of my knowledge.
I understand that Open Arms may verify my employment history, education, professional references, and relevant qualifications where legally permitted.
I understand that employment depends on providing documentation of identity and authorization to work in the United States, as required by law.
I understand I must maintain any licenses, certifications, and training required for my position.
If employed, I agree to follow laws, resident rights, safety procedures, confidentiality standards, mandated-reporting policies, and professional boundaries.
I understand that employment is not guaranteed for any specified period and may be at will to the extent permitted by law and any valid agreement.
I understand that a material false statement or omission may affect employment consideration or continuation, subject to applicable law.
I understand that employment may include an introductory period and ongoing training requirements.
Electronic applicant acknowledgment Type your full legal name to serve as your electronic signature *
I consent to sign this application electronically and understand that typing my name and selecting the acknowledgments above records my agreement.
I understand that legally required background checks, child-abuse clearances, and any permitted pre-employment medical/drug screening will be handled separately at the appropriate stage, and that this online application does not authorize or request those checks now.
The employer-only review checklist on the PDF is used by the hiring team, not completed by applicants.