Youth Advocate Services

We're making waves in the 2024 Columbus Kiwanis Regatta! The Regatta is a unique fundraiser that directly supports children and families in Franklin County. YOU get to vote for YAS to help propel our yacht across the finish line and allow us to reach even more families who need our free support services. Every year, over 800 youth and their families rely on YAS for no-cost, crucial support, counseling, and resources to thrive within their communities. But there are more than 200,000 people in Franklin County living in poverty without access to vital services like mental health counseling or service coordination for their disabled toddler. How You Can Help: + Vote: Every $1 vote counts. Help us reach our $5,000 goal before July 31st. 100% of your vote goes to supporting these families. + Share: Spread the word and encourage others to vote. + Engage: Follow our journey on Facebook and Instagram. Can we count on you to help us make a difference? Vote now and support YAS: https://bit.ly/YASyacht24

We are thrilled to announce that the amazing Ms. Eva, one of YAS's experienced foster and adoptive parents, will be joining us for a special Q&A session on August 26th! She’s been through it all and is ready to share her invaluable insights and experiences with you. Ms. Eva was a crowd favorite last time, so we're excited to bring her back for another round. Details: August 26, 6pm - 7:30pm Columbus Metropolitan Library - Hilliard Branch (4500 Hickory Chase Way, Hilliard, OH 43026) Meeting Room 2A Registration 🔗 https://lnkd.in/e3f82M8c Here’s what you can expect: ✨ Learn about certification requirements to become a foster parent. ✨ Dive into the application, training, home-study, and approval process. ✨ Explore if fostering (and/or adoption through fostering) is right for you and your family. ✨ Get all your questions answered. ✨ Meet some of the incredible YAS team! Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to hear real stories and get inspired to make a difference in a child's life. Space is limited, so RSVP today!

🌟 July is National Make A Difference to Children Month! 🌟 Join us at Youth Advocate Services in supporting vulnerable children in our community. This month, we're excited to participate in the Columbus Kiwanis Charity Regatta and need your help! By voting for the YAS yacht, you're directly impacting the lives of children in Columbus who need it most. Your vote can make a significant difference! Help us expand our reach to more of the 200,000 residents in Columbus living in poverty. Together, we can provide essential support and opportunities to those who need it most. 👉 Vote for Youth Advocate Services today at: https://bit.ly/YASyacht24 Let's work together to create a brighter future for our children! 🌟 

𝙑𝙤𝙩𝙚 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙔𝘼𝙎 𝙩𝙤𝙙𝙖𝙮 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙗𝙚 𝙖 𝙥𝙖𝙧𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙨𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙨𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚! Your vote today can help us reach even more of the 200,000 Columbus residents living in poverty and in need of support. Join us in igniting change and building a stronger, more resilient community. Your support matters. Every $1 vote brings us closer to 𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘮𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘗𝘰��𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘍𝘶𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘴 for all families. https://lnkd.in/gBkh-_8P

🌟 We're thrilled to announce the digital release of our 2023 Annual Report, "Building Tomorrow Together"! 🚀 Celebrating 45 years of Promoting Positive Futures, we're taking you on a journey of impact and empowerment for youth and families. Dive into the report now to see how we're not just envisioning a better future; we're actively building it. 📚✨ https://adobe.ly/3WxmQDa #BuildingTomorrowTogether #AnnualReport #YASOhio #CommunityImpact

⭐ YAS is looking for a Marketing Intern and a Marketing Volunteer! ⭐ Click the link to learn more about these opportunities! https://lnkd.in/dZ3UQcH

🌟✨ We're thrilled to announce that YAS has been awarded the Silver Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health by Mental Health America for the second consecutive year! 🥈💼 This recognition speaks volumes about our commitment to fostering a mentally healthy workplace where our team members thrive. Thank you to Mental Health America for this honor, and to our incredible team for their dedication! But the journey doesn't stop here. We're always striving to do more, be better, and support our community in every way possible. That's why we're excited to share that we're currently hiring for a Licensed Social Worker/Counselor to join our team! 🌟 If you're passionate about mental health and making a difference, we'd love to hear from you. For more info and to apply, visit https://bit.ly/YASjobs-bh Together, let's continue our mission of prioritizing mental health and creating a brighter, healthier future for all. 💙 #WorkplaceWellness #MentalHealthMatters #JoinOurTeam #NowHiring 🌟✨

Join us in honoring YAS Director of Foster Care, Anita Greenlee Godfrey and her impactful journey as a Black woman in leadership. Explore the challenges she's triumphed over, her relentless commitment to empowering youth, and the positive transformations she's driving in Central Ohio's foster care landscape. Read the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/gWVi7-CD #blackhistory365 #blackwomenatwork #womeninleadership #fostercare

Excited to be part of the Cultural Issues in Social Services training with our amazing team! 🤝 Learning how to better serve our community and identifying areas for personal growth. Currently watching an impactful presentation by Melanie Funchess on Implicit Bias – it's eye-opening! Check it out: https://lnkd.in/esGssWmJ #CommunityService #ContinuousLearning

This February, we pay tribute to the vibrant tapestry of #BlackHistory and resilience. #MentalHealth disparities continue to disproportionately impact the Black community, underscoring the pressing need for awareness and proactive action. Amidst these challenges, numerous Black Americans have made significant contributions to the field of mental health, playing a pivotal role in dismantling stigma, promoting access to resources, and fostering a culture of understanding. Who are these incredible trailblazers? Learn more at Mental Health America: https://lnkd.in/d4KZS9f