East Liberty nonprofit Youth Enrichment Services Named 2019 Champion in Action
“Trib Total Media recognizes the power of the mentorship provided to young people in the Pittsburgh region by Youth Enrichment Services.”
— Jennifer Bertetto, Trib Total Media President and CEO
By Courier Editor, March 4, 2019
The New Pittsburgh Courier has learned that Youth Enrichment Services (YES), a nonprofit providing socially and economically at-risk youth the opportunity to achieve success through participation in mentorship, education and enrichment programs, has been named a 2019 Champion in Action in the category of Youth Leadership. The award, announced jointly by Citizens Bank, WPXI-TV, Trib Total Media and Pittsburgh Cares, includes $35,000 in unrestricted funding as well as promotional and volunteer support for the organization’s outstanding work, according to a release.
Youth Enrichment Services (YES) provides empowerment, experiential opportunities, academic enrichment and summer employment as positive pathways to future success. YES partners with local organizations to create synergy and generates transformative stories, national accolades and positive research outcomes.
SITE: EAST END COOPERATIVE MINISTRY
Learn & Earn
Summer Youth Employment Program
Roles and Responsibilities: Students will provide recreational support, serve as food service and facility management, overall group assistance and instruct arts and crafts.
Job Description: Students will assist in program delivery, provide leadership for youth, monitor group activities, plan group group outings and activities, provide support to teachers and monitor student progress.
General Expectations: ALL students are responsible for following appropriate dress code, timeliness and employee/employer interactions. Each day they are required to maintain their time sheets provided. These MUST BE signed and handed in on the dates provided for timely pay.
