Idaho Youth Ranch Ambassador - Nez Perce County

About Idaho Youth Ranch

Idaho Youth Ranch has been serving Idaho’s vulnerable youth since 1953. Through nine programs — from emergency shelter and residential psychiatric care to outpatient counseling, equine therapy, telehealth, job training, and adoption services — we unite for Idaho’s youth by providing accessible programs and services that nurture hope, healing, and resilience. Our 24+ thrift stores generate the revenue that ensures no child is ever turned away because of their family’s inability to pay. Ninety-six percent of our program graduates are working or in school. Eighty-six percent remain free of drugs and alcohol. Eighty-five percent report mostly positive relationships with family and peers.

The Opportunity

Idaho Youth Ranch is launching its first-ever Ambassador Program in Eastern and Northern Idaho — and we’re looking for community members who will carry our mission into neighborhoods, schools, faith communities, and civic organizations that our staff cannot reach alone.

What You’ll Do

• Community Presence: Table at events; give brief talks to service clubs, PTAs, and faith communities; engage neighbors about Idaho Youth Ranch programs.
• Digital Outreach: Share Idaho Youth Ranch content on your personal channels; create original posts; engage in online conversations about youth mental health.
• Storytelling: Share your personal connection to Idaho Youth Ranch at events and donor gatherings, when appropriate, under trauma-informed storytelling guidelines.

Who We’re Looking For

• Genuine passion for Idaho’s vulnerable youth and their families
• Strong communication skills — comfortable in conversation; no professional background required
• Reliability and follow-through
• Interest in community outreach, digital engagement, or personal storytelling (or all three)
• Residents of Eastern or Northern Idaho pilot counties
• Spanish-speaking candidates strongly encouraged to apply
• 18 years of age or older; background check required

Time Commitment

Approximately 2 hours per month (flexible; some weeks more, some less). 1-year term, renewable. Onboarding training: approximately 4–6 hours in cohort sessions. Quarterly convenings: 4 per year, ≈2 hours each.

What You’ll Gain

• Onboarding training in community outreach, trauma-informed communication, and digital engagement
• A fully equipped Ambassador kit (name badge, branded materials, business cards, brochures)
• Membership in a peer Ambassador community and regular communications support
• Annual Volunteer Recognition Event and service-hour milestone certificates
• A letter of reference from Idaho Youth Ranch’s Chief Advancement Officer after a completed one-year term
• Priority access to Idaho Youth Ranch professional development and training opportunities
• Resume credit in nonprofit community outreach, volunteer coordination, and communications