Youth First, Inc.

We are grateful to the City of Washington, IN, for their gift to support Youth First services and programs in Washington Community Schools and Washington Catholic Schools. Thank you for your partnership as we build stronger kids and families! Pictured (L to R): Kristen Murphy, Principal of Washington Primary School, Kevin Frank, Superintendent of Washington Community Schools, Jeremy Adams, Youth First Regional Development Officer, Dave Rhoads, Mayor of the City of Washington, Britney Wagler, Youth First Social Worker at Washington Catholic, and Krissy Melhiser, Youth First Social Worker at Washington Jr. High. #youthfirst2025 #daviesscounty #youthfirstmentalhealthprofessionals #communitypartnerships

Happy School Social Work Week! We asked some of our Youth First Mental Health Professionals what part of their job brings them the most joy: “Connecting with the kids, giving them the space to share, and the feeling that I can be a trusted adult for them to come to. Everyone needs at least one trusted adult in their lives!” – Jordan Nonte, MSW, LCSW, Youth First Social Worker #youthfirst2025 #youthfirstmentalhealthprofessionals #SSWWeek2025 #schoolsocialworker

There are many academic, social and emotional benefits to having a trusted adult (such as a Youth First Mental Health Professional) in the school building for children to talk with. Find out more from Youth First Social Worker December Stroud, MSW, LSW, here: https://lnkd.in/gY9bNEEp #youthfirst2025 #youthfirstmentalhealthprofessionals #SchoolSocialWorkWeek #trustedadult #schoolsocialworker

“Mrs. A., if people can be safe places, you’re my safe place.”- Elementary School Student to her Youth First Social Worker. Youth First Mental Health Professionals are a lighthouse for young people, providing a safe place for them to feel heard and cared for. Happy School Social Work Week to all of our Youth First Mental Health Professionals! #youthfirst2025 #youthfirstmentalhealthprofessionals #SSWWeek2025 #SchoolSocialWorkWeek

We're celebrating all of our Youth First Mental Health Professionals this week, who are changing lives every day! We asked some of them what part of their job brings them the most joy. Holly Branam, MSW, LCSW, says: "Throughout my career, I've worked in various settings, but working as a school social worker is by far my favorite. I love the interactions that I have with students schoolwide - the hugs and smiles and hellos just walking down the hall make my day. I also love watching as things click into place for kids. Like when they work through a conflict and friendship is restored, let down a wall and decide to trust, or when they finally begin to believe in themselves - those are the moments I feel truly blessed to be a part of." Happy School Social Work Week to Holly and all of our Youth First Mental Health Professionals, who care for kids every day! #youthfirst2025 #youthfirstmentalhealthprofessionals #SSWWeek2025

We are so grateful for Deaconess Health System's continued partnership as we strengthen youth and families. This support enables us to provide prevention programs in schools and communities and helps fund Youth First Mental Health Professionals. These caring professionals, embedded in school buildings, work with students to build valuable life skills and healthy mindsets as they grow into thriving adults. Thank you, Deaconess! #youthfirst2025 #youthfirstmentalhealthprofessionals #communitypartnerships #deaconess

Happy School Social Work Week! March 2-8 is School Social Work Week and gives us the opportunity to highlight and celebrate our Youth First Mental Health Professionals. AND the whole month of March is National Social Work Month. Please watch for and share our posts this week to help us recognize the impact our mental health professionals have on kids and families! They are amazing! #youthfirst2025 #youthfirstmentalhealthprofessionals #SchoolSocialWorkWeek #NationalSocialWorkMonth #SSWWeek2025

??Youth First's Benefit Auction is quickly approaching! Our event would not be as successful without the backing of our generous sponsors. If you or your business would like to support our mission by sponsoring this exciting event, please contact Amanda Redenbaugh at [email protected] or Julie Hoon at [email protected]. For more information on the event, click here: https://lnkd.in/d5D3mWKr ?? #youthfirst2025 #yfauction25

AUCTION NEWS! Please join us for Youth First’s 23rd Annual Benefit Auction on Thursday, April 24 at Bally’s Riverfront Event Center in Evansville. Doors open at 5 pm CT, and the program begins at 6 pm CT. Get an early start - online bidding opens Friday, April 11! DONATIONS NEEDED! We love when our supporters donate unique auction packages! We are busy collecting experiences, items, and fabulous themed baskets. Gather a group of your friends, family, or co-workers and donate an item from our wish list or work together to create a themed basket! You can shop our wish list here https://lnkd.in/gY5T7bxp or contact Amanda Redenbaugh at [email protected]. #YouthFirst2025 #yfauction25

[Evansville, IN] - Today the Board of Directors of Youth First, Inc. has named Holli Sullivan as the new President & CEO. Following an extensive search process, Sullivan will assume her new role beginning May 12 and succeed Parri Black, who retires from Youth First in May after 21 years of leadership. Read the full announcement here. https://lnkd.in/dihEMTxT