Kylee Bennett-Hiles

Addiction therapist and educator with a strong foundation in mindfulness-based and trauma-informed approaches. Dedicated to supporting growth and resilience among individuals affected by trauma, including survivors of developmental trauma, sexual abuse, and domestic violence. I integrate mindfulness practices into human services education to foster self-awareness, emotional regulation, and compassionate care. I am deeply committed to preparing students and individuals entering the helping professions—an enthusiasm that began while mentoring interns—guiding them toward sustainable, ethical practice while prioritizing personal well-being and emotional resilience. Support the professional growth of individuals entering human services through targeted training, coaching, and collaboration with the Training and Development team. Ability to develop strategic, forward-looking plans; Ability to factor in the needs of every part of the organization; Ability to analyze organizational strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. Ability to have crucial conversations that seek resolution to disputes; Ability to proactively work with people from other departments to ensure workflows and ideas are optimally aligned and goals are shared; Ability to maintain collaborative relationships with organizational leaders. Ability to effectively communicate in writing and orally; High level of emotional intelligence to relieve stress, communicate effectively, empathize with others, overcome challenges, and defuse conflict; Ability to work with diverse teams; Recognized as one who can adapt and positively lead in a changing, sometimes in a disruptive environment; Ability to develop professional relationships involving direct communication; Ability to communicate openly, clearly, and in a spirit of cooperation. Recognized by others as having a positive, engaging leadership attitude. Ability to lead through teaching and coaching; Ability to empower employees to grow and professionally develop.