YES Receives $33K Gift from United Way of the Midlands

Youth Emergency Services (YES, www.yesomaha.org) is excited to announce it has received a $33,000 gift from United Way of the Midlands to fund Youth Emergency Services’ Partnership for Youth Job Skill Development (job readiness) program. This program helps youth aged 16-24 identify long-term career interests, pursue education goals, learn appropriate job applicant behavior, and seek and obtain employment.

A Job Readiness Coordinator, a community advisory council, and partnerships with area businesses and schools provides: thorough assessments of current education and employability status; personalized guidance in development of long-term career/education goals; instruction in basic pre-employment skills, including interviewing, resumes, networking, communication, search strategies, role-playing, teamwork, problem solving, critical thinking, and professionalism; transportation to and from interviews, job fairs, job trainings, and employment; volunteer opportunities to enhance social skills and be exposed to work environments; and support from area businesses. The ACT National Career Readiness Certificate, an industry-recognized credential that identifies skills required for virtually any job, is utilized.

Youth Emergency Services is the only nonprofit in Omaha with the sole mission to help youth experiencing homelessness and near-homelessness in our community. Many of these youth have been physically, emotionally, or sexually abused, making it unsafe for them to return home. YES offers a full continuum of care to ensure all youth receive the support they need, no matter their situation. Don’t forget – tickets are still on sale for the YES Dance for a Chance fundraising event! Buy tickets and learn more about YES at www.yesomaha.org.