Youth Employment Service - who

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“Youth Employment Service is a guardian angel for youth looking for a job. All the jobs that YES has are jobs that teenagers can really do. I just wanted to say thank you from all of my heart for the kindness, care and generosity you have shown me.”

-- Shayna

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“Our students benefit greatly from the training experiences and job opportunities you have provided. Thank you for sharing in our vision. We could not do it without you.”

-- Newport-Mesa Unified School District Adult Transition Services Workability Program

Our Philosophy

Helping youth get a job and keep a job is what YES is all about. We provide a friendly environment where each youth is treated with dignity and respect. We address employment needs on an individualized basis. Youth learn the employment process through life skills building, as well as pre-employment and job retention skills training. Youth are referred to good and meaningful jobs here in their own community.

Our offices and walk-in resource center are located in a cozy house on the corner of East 19th and Church Streets in Costa Mesa, directly across from Borders Books. We welcome any and all visitors.

Our Values

We believe:

Young people’s personal growth, quality of life, and ability to be self-reliant are enhanced through successful employment experiences.
Young people are unique and have great personal worth.
Young people deserve to be treated with respect.
Young people need to understand their strengths and recognize their options in order to reach their full potential.
Young people who apply these values will gain increased self-esteem and a greater ability to understand what it takes to live a significant life that makes a meaningful contribution to society.