Hybrid Des Moines/Mobile AMP Facilitator - PT bei YSS
YSS · Des Moines, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Hybrid
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Job Details
Job Location: Rooftop Gardens - Des Moines, IA
Position Type: Part Time
Salary Range: $15.00 - $18.00 Hourly
Job Shift: Evening
We are YSS!
“Nothing about us, without us.” YSS is looking for an Des Moines/Mobile AMP Council Facilitator who's equal parts mentor, advocate, organizer, and champion.
The Achieving Maximum Potential (AMP) program is Iowa’s 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, AMP’s pretty awesome. It gives foster care youth a voice, the tools to build their future, and a community that says, “We’ve got your back.”
Being an AMP Council Facilitator means 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 America, and YESS Shelter. This position will make contact and build relationships with these agencies and any others where foster youth are locally housed. You'll empower youth by leading council meetings, fostering leadership skills, connecting them with community resources, and advocating on their behalf—helping them prepare for a successful future beyond the foster care system. As an AMP Council Facilitator, you will:
- Promote and ensure that 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, and at 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 you’re 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 future. In 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 isn’t just a job - it’s a chance to be the spark in someone’s story. If you’re 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 equivalent—you’ve got the basics covered.
- Familiarity with the child welfare and foster care system and ready to put that knowledge to good use.
- Ability to deliver great service and build strong, positive connections with people.
What’s 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, committed to 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, engaging with others thoughtfully, leading with empathy, and ensuring every interaction is grounded in respect.
- Multilingual.
Who we are (and why you’ll love us)...
We’re YSS - one of Iowa’s 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, we’re growing fast and thinking big. We’re not just keeping up with the times - we’re shaping the future of care for youth and families in Iowa. Want to know more about our mission and all the awesome things we’re up to? Visit yss.org!
At YSS, we don’t 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. That’s what makes us strong, creative, and downright awesome. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we’re 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 we’re always working to do better, together.
YSS is a nicotine-free workplace.
Heads Up! Don’t 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 [email protected] - we’re happy to help!
The YSS Hiring Process
- Apply - Fill out the online app at yss.org/ysscareers.
- Assessment - We’ll check out your skills and experience.
- Interview - Phone, video, or in-person - we’ll 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 it’s a match, you’ll get a formal offer through Paycom.
