Careers
Friends of Yates, Inc. Center is a 501 C-3 organization who’s mission is to break the cycle of domestic violence so that individuals and families can live free of abuse. We are proud of the work that we do, and we work together to rebuild, reclaim, and save lives threatened by domestic violence.
Friends of Yates, Inc. Center realizes that every career is a personal journey and everyone has a unique belief statement motivating them each day. See if you can identify with any of the following statements from our staff:
- I believe my work supports a cause that makes a difference in our community.
- I believe I work for an organization that recognizes and values diversity.
- I believe I belong to a team who supports me and can count on me for support.
- I believe I can partner with volunteers who are passionate and dedicated to our mission.
- I believe I can balance the challenges at work with the priorities in my personal life.
- I believe my unique talents and skills can help break the cycle of domestic violence.
- I believe my work can change the lives of women and children, enabling them to live free of abuse.
Friends of Yates, Inc. Center offers satisfying careers for people ready to use their unique talents and skills to help us fulfill our mission. A satisfying career means different things to different people. For some it’s the opportunity to do outstanding work or to develop new skills. For others it’s the chance to make a difference in people’s lives or to assume additional responsibilities. Regardless of your aspirations, you have the opportunity to professionally excel at Friends of Yates, Inc. Center. We invite you to investigate current position openings and consider joining us as we make a difference in our community.
Friends of Yates, Inc. Center is currently hiring for the following position(s).
Benefits
At
Friends of Yates, Inc.
Center, we’re as passionate
about our employees as we
are about our mission.
Our leaders and are Board of
Directors are committed to
providing a work environment
that meets the needs of our
employees — both personally
and professionally.
Attracting talented,
committed employees means
offering a comprehensive and
competitive benefits package
in a people-centered work
environment. Eligibility for some
employee benefits is based
on a minimum number of hours
worked per week. Specific
benefits information is
available in the summary
plan descriptions for each
plan.
Diversity
Domestic violence affects people of all races, ethnicities, genders, religions, ages, sexual orientations, national origins and disabilities. Friends of Yates, Inc. Center is committed to ensuring that our workforce and volunteers reflect our client’s diverse population. Cultural competency is a huge priority and an expectation of all staff members. Embracing and respecting diversity enriches our organization with the talent and perspective we need to achieve our mission of breaking the cycle of domestic violence.
Friends of Yates, Inc. Center works to integrate diversity into our daily operations with initiatives such as:
- Diversity Development Committee (DDC): The DDC is a group of staff members who make recommendations on ways to change or improve programs focused on developing a culturally competent workforce.
- Staff Diversity Programming: Each staff member is required to attend a minimum of three diversity activities each year as reflected in his or her performance review.
- Recruiting Strategies: Specific steps to recruit diverse staff are included in the sourcing strategy of each open position.
- Corporate Membership: Friends of Yates, Inc. Center has established a corporate partnership with The Urban League of Kansas City.
