Des Moines/Mobile AMP Facilitator
Des Moines/Mobile AMP Facilitator
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Rooftop Gardens - Des Moines IA
Part Time
$15.00 - $18.00 Hourly
Evening
We are YSS!
Nothing about us without us.YSS is looking for anDes Moines/Mobile AMP Council Facilitatorwhos equal parts mentor advocate organizer and champion.
The Achieving Maximum Potential (AMP) program is Iowas statewide foster care youth council dedicated to empowering youth ages 13 to 22 who have experienced foster care or out-of-home placements. AMP is youth-led and focuses on developing leadership skills life skills and community engagement. Through monthly council meetings service projects and advocacy opportunities AMP members gain the tools and support they need to successfully transition to adulthood.
So yeah AMPs pretty awesome. It gives foster care youth a voice the tools to build their future and a community that says Weve got your back.
Being an AMP Council Facilitatormeans being part of a supportive community that fosters growth connection and positive change. The Des Moines/Mobile AMP Council Facilitator will minimally host 10 AMP Council meetings per month in and around the Des Moines area. We currently have councils in Woodward Orchard Place Polk County Detention Youth Homes of Mid Americaand YESS Shelter. This position will make contact and build relationships with these agencies and any others where foster youth are locally housed. Youll empower youth by leading council meetings fostering leadership skills connecting them with community resources and advocating on their behalfhelping them prepare for a successful future beyond the foster care system. As an AMP Council Facilitator you will:
- Promoteand ensurethat the AMP Council is youth-driven.
- Oversee a participant recruitment program to insure easy access and retention of AMP Council participants.
- Teach skills and create opportunities for youth to build leadership abilities engage in their communities and invest in local initiatives.
- Connect AMP Youth Council participants with service-learning and volunteer opportunities that benefit the community other foster youth and local non-profits.
- Develop positive supportive relationships with youth offering guidance as they prepare to transition successfully into life beyond the foster care system.
- Plan and facilitate two AMP Foster Care Youth Council meetings each month andat least one youth-driven community event per year.
- Provide information resources and skill-building activities during meetings to address youth needs in education career planning and accessing community resources.
- Represent and advocate on behalf of AMP youth and Foster Care Youth Councils at public speaking engagements.
- Prepare youth for speaking engagements and monitors youth during the events.
- Build and maintain strong communication with DHS social workers foster parents and community leaders to expand and strengthen the local Foster Care Youth Council.
- Maintain accurate records and reports including attendance speaking engagements appearances and data collection.
This description is not a complete list of the responsibilities of this position. Duties may change at any time.
We celebrate the strength in your story.
Have you walked the path of recovery from addiction mental health challenges trauma or housing instability Are you driven to transform your experience into a source of strength and hope for others If so YSS wants to hear from you.
We believe your lived experience brings a compassionate and redemptive perspective that can inspire real change. By sharing your story and offering guidance as a role model and mentor you have the power to make a meaningful impact at YSS.
Your journey matters. If youre ready to use it to uplift and empower others we welcome your application. For those in recovery we typically ask for two years of sobriety to ensure stability and leadership readiness though we may consider candidates with one year on a case-by-case basis.
What you can expect in return...
We believe in your potential we meet you where you are and we invest in your addition to a welcoming workplace collaborative and supportive colleagues and mission-driven work that creates hope and opportunity by putting kids first YSS offers the following benefits for this position:
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee recognition program
- Personal wellness programs
- Pet insurance discounts
- PSLF Program qualification
- Retirement offerings
- Training opportunities
This isnt just a job - its a chance to be the spark in someones story. If youre ready to inspire connect and lead with purpose apply today and become part of something meaningful at YSS.
What we ask...
We want to create a world where youth are valued and empowered to stand strong. To do this we ask our staff to embrace YSS core values - Commitment Collaboration Compassion Innovation Integrity and a Can Do Spirit.
What you GOTTA HAVE:
- High school diploma or equivalentyouve got the basics covered.
- Familiarity with the child welfare and foster care system and ready to put that knowledge to good use.
- Abilityto deliver great service and build strong positive connections with people.
Whats Nice to Have:
- Excellent time management and organizational skills.
- Ability to keep multiple priorities moving forward even on tight deadlines.
- Sharp critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to tackle challenges with confidence.
- Communicates clearly and effectively whether speaking writing or presenting ideas.
- Listens actively and with compassion creating space for others to be heard and understood.
Members of our Dream Team will be:
- Driven by integrity and responsibility committedto doing the right things the right way and getting the job done.
- Mission-driven bringing purpose and dedication to the financial stewardship of our nonprofit grant-funded organization.
- Professional engagingwith others thoughtfully leadingwith empathy and ensuring every interaction is grounded in respect.
- Multilingual.
Who we are (and why youll love us)...
Were YSS - one of Iowas oldest and largest nonprofits dedicated to uplifting youth and putting kids first. Our mission To spark hope create opportunities and help young people thrive through education counseling and support that actually makes a difference. With a passionate diverse leadership team and our brand-new 50-acre recovery campus were growing fast and thinking big. Were not just keeping up with the times - were shaping the future of care for youth and families in Iowa. Want to know more about our mission and all the awesome things were up to Visit !
At YSS we dont just talk about diversity and inclusion - we live it celebrate it and grow from it every day. We believe the best teams are made up of all kinds of people with all kinds of perspectives. Thats what makes us strong creative and downright awesome. Were proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and were all about creating a space where everyone feels respected supported and empowered to succeed - no matter your background identity or hairstyle. Our commitment to equity and inclusion is woven into everything we do and were always working to do better together.
YSS is a nicotine-free workplace.
Heads Up! Dont Miss Our Messages! - Most of our communication with applicants happens through email - straight from our Paycom system. Be sure to keep an eye on your inbox (and maybe your spam/junk folder too just in case our message took a detour). Got questions about your application or just want to say hi Shoot us an email at - were happy to help!
The YSS Hiring Process
- Apply - Fill out the online app at - Well check out your skills and experience.
- Interview - Phone video or in-person - well chat and get to know you.
- References - Send us three people who can sing your praises.
- Screening - Background and driving checks (plus license verification if needed).
- Offer - If its a match youll get a formal offer through Paycom.
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