YSS
YSS is seeking a compassionate and adaptable Street Outreach Advocate to connect with young adults experiencing homelessness in the Des Moines community. The role involves building trust, meeting immediate needs, and linking youth to critical resources such as housing, healthcare, and employment. This position supports participants through street outreach, facility-based support, and community engagement to foster stability and independence.
YSS is one of Iowa's oldest and largest nonprofits, empowering youth and families for over 50 years through shelter, counseling, mental health services, and life skills programs. The organization operates initiatives including homeless youth services, residential addiction treatment (Ember Recovery), foster care advocacy, and opioid prevention education. YSS serves tens of thousands of youth and families each year across Iowa with a mission of putting kids first.
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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