Transition Services Advocate for Rapid Rehousing (56412)

YSS is seeking a compassionate reliable and driven Rapid Rehousing Youth Advocate to help young adults move from homelessness toward stability independence and a place they can call home.

Working with young adults ages 1824 youll provide individualized trauma-informed support to help participants secure and maintain housing build life skills navigate challenges and achieve their goals. Youll meet young people where they areat home in the community or at the officebuilding the trust and relationships that make lasting change possible.

Youll manage a caseload of approximately 1218 participants providing housing stabilization advocacy crisis intervention resource coordination and voluntary case management. Youll also connect participants with community resources and collaborate with landlords and community partners to support successful sustainable housing.

This isnt just about finding someone an apartment. Its about helping young people build the stability skills and confidence to create a future of their own.

What Youll Do...

Help participants find and keep housing

• Assess needs and barriers create individualized housing and self-sufficiency plans and help participants find secure and maintain housing.
• Build positive relationships with landlords provide advocacy and mediation and address housing concerns before they become bigger problems.
• Conduct regular home visits and apartment checks to support housing stability.

Build skills and independence

• Help participants set goals track progress and build the skills needed for independent living.
• Provide support with budgeting banking credit transportation household responsibilities and navigating community resources.
• Connect participants with services such as legal aid education employment healthcare and other community supports.

Provide consistent compassionate support

• Meet regularly with participants to provide encouragement problem-solving crisis support and advocacy.
• Build trusting respectful relationships while helping young people recognize their strengths and make progress toward their goals.
• Help participants connect with school employment volunteer and social opportunities.

Communicate and collaborate

• Work closely with participants landlords YSS teams referral sources and community partners to coordinate support and resolve concerns.
• Participate in team meetings program activities and community events.

Keep things on track

• Complete required assessments case notes HMIS/HUD documentation housing paperwork and program data accurately and on time.
• Follow program policies and requirements while maintaining participant confidentiality.

This is not a complete list of the responsibilities of this position. Duties may change at any time.

Who You Are...

Youre compassionate dependable and comfortable meeting young people where they areliterally and figuratively. You know how to build trust navigate challenges and balance empathy with accountability while helping young adults build the skills confidence and stability to thrive independently..

What We Provide...

We invest in peoplebecause when you thrive so do the communities we serve. At YSS youll find meaningful work strong support and benefits designed for real life.

Supportive Culture & Work Environment

• Supportive leadership team and mission-driven culture
• Flexibility and autonomy in a collaborative environment
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees

Health & Wellness Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance
• Voluntary dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• Supplemental accident critical illness and hospital indemnity insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) / Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Flu shots and mental health support resources

Time Off & Work-Life Balance

• Generous paid time off (4 weeks PTO)
• Paid holidays including a birthday holiday
• Volunteer time off

Financial & Retirement Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Supplemental compensation award
• 403(b) retirement savings plan

Professional & Career Support

• Professional liability insurance coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer

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.

Required Qualifications - MUST HAVES:

• Bachelors degree in Social Work Human Services or related field.
• At least two years of experience working with youth young adults or individuals experiencing homelessness or housing instability.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries confidentiality and appropriate documentation.
• Travel is required for this position. For YSS insurance purposes you must:
  • be 21 years of age
  • have a current valid state-issued drivers license and
  • have aclean driving record.

Preferred Qualifications- SHOULD HAVES:

• Experience in rapid rehousing transitional living or supportive housing.
• Experience with case management housing navigation advocacy or supportive services.
• Knowledge of housing systems tenant/landlord responsibilities and community resources.
• Understanding of Trauma-Informed Care Harm Reduction Positive Youth Development and crisis intervention.
• Experience supporting independent living skills budgeting employment education or public benefits.
• Familiarity with HMIS ServicePoint RHY HUD programs or similar systems.
• Strong communication problem-solving organization and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining professional boundaries and confidentiality.

TheIDEALCandidate

• Is rooted in purpose and driven by equity inclusion and positive social impact.
• Brings humility respect and cultural awareness to every interaction.
• Speaks a second language (especially one spoken in our communities).

We Celebrate Your Story...

Have you navigated recovery from addiction mental health challenges trauma or housing instabilityYour lived experience offers a unique compassionate perspective that can inspire real change. By sharing your story and serving as a role model or mentor you can make a meaningful impact in the lives of youth and families.Your journey matters. If youre ready to use it to uplift and empower others we warmly encourage you to apply.

Who We Are...

Were YSSone of Iowas largest and longest-standing nonprofits dedicated to putting kids first. Our mission is simple but powerful: spark hope create opportunity and help young people thrive.

• From life-changing programs to a new 50-acre recovery campus were expanding fast and thinking big. Learn more at .
• We value the unique backgrounds identities and experiences each team member brings. As an Equal Opportunity Employer were committed to building a respectful inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone can grow and succeed.
• YSS is a nicotine-free workplace.

Stay Connected...

We communicate with applicants viaemail- straight from our Paycom check your inbox regularly (and your spam/junk folder just in case).If the message does end up in spam/junk make sure to add to your list of safe may also send you texts if you give us that permission when you apply. Questions Reach us anytime at

Our Hiring Process - Heres What to Expect...

• Apply Submit your application at We review your skills and experience
• Interview Phone video or in-person conversation
• References Well connect with 3 professional references
• Screening Background check driving record check and license verification if required
• Offer If its a match youll receive a formal offer through Paycom