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Since we first opened our doors in 1976, YSS has remained committed to positively impacting the lives of children, youth and families, giving what many have never experienced—opportunity and hope for a brighter future. Thanks to our donors, volunteers, staff and leadership, we continue to help youth stand strong. Every day. read more
YSS Company Culture
YSS Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews2.8/5
YSS' Overall Culture is rated D+
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
Environment
CGender
CRetention
CHappiness
C-Perks & Benefits
C-YSS CEO
Bottom 5%Bottom 5% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Andrew Allen
49 /100
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Diversity at YSS
N/A
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Anonymously Rate Your Experience & Make Work BetterWomen at YSS
Bottom 45%Bottom 45% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
C
Women at YSS have rated Team, Retention, and Manager as the highest categories they have scored
YSS eNPS
Net Promoter Score tracks your employees' overall score to this question: "On a scale from 0-10, how likely are you to recommend working at your company to a friend?"Bottom 25%Bottom 25% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
-37
YSS employees are -37% more likely to recommend YSS as a great place to work
| 18% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 27% | Passives |
| 55% | Detractors |
Working at YSS
Working at YSS is rated below average by 11 employees, across various culture dimensions. YSS employees rate Environment highest among all categories, and think that CEO Rating and Meetings have the most room for improvement, putting YSS’s culture in the Bottom 25% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Bottom 30% compared to other companies in Des Moines, IA. See below in detail how working at YSS was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at YSS
D+
Overall Company Culture at YSS is rated D+
Last updated months ago
Bottom
25%
YSS ranks in the Bottom 25% of other companies on Comparably with 201-500 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
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Anonymously Rate Your Experience & Make Work BetterYSS Employee Reviews
Out of 14 YSS employee reviews, 63% were positive. The remaining 37% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping YSS improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 63% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 37% |
Positive Reviews From YSS Employees
- What are some of the best things about your team?care about the patients we see
- What do you like best about the leadership team?They have worked their way up in the non-profit world so understand what it is like to work in direct service.
- What is the best part about your compensation package?PTO is generous and good insurance coverage.
Constructive Feedback From YSS Employees
- Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?women are paid less than their male counterparts
- Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?CEO needs to spread the money down from the top.
- What does the leadership team need to get better at?communication and coordination between various departments better company culture
YSS Company Information
YSS Company Overview
Since we first opened our doors in 1976, YSS has remained committed to positively impacting the lives of children, youth and families, giving what many have never experienced—opportunity and hope for a brighter future. Thanks to our donors, volunteers, staff and leadership, we continue to help youth stand strong. Every day.
YSS Mission, Vision & Values
YSS Mission & Values
To create hope and opportunity by putting kids first.
| Headquarter | 420 Kellogg Avenue Ames, IA 50010 United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.yss.org |
| Tel | 5152333141x4467 |
| Company Status | Private |
YSS Employees
11 employees at YSS have reviewed YSS across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was months ago.
Overall, the 11 YSS employees give their leadership a grade of D, or Bottom 20% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at YSS are mostly dissatisfied with their total compensation at YSS, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at YSS are not very pleased with their team. 11 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a D. Less than half believe the meetings at YSS are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at YSS believe the environment at YSS is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at YSS is moderate. About 70% of the employees at YSS work 8 hours or less, while 10% of them have an extremely long day - longer than twelve hours.
Overall, the employees at YSS are not very happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
Joining YSS - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from Comparably users in Des Moines, IA about their company is that it was prepared on their first day. Des Moines, IA employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 66% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
YSS KPIs and OKRs
Employees’ understanding of YSS' KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 1 YSS employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 1 have said yes.
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YSS Salaries
How much does YSS pay?
How much do people at YSS get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at YSS is $87,720, or $42 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $102,877, or $49 per hour.
At YSS, the highest paid job is a Sales Rep at $114,680 annually and the lowest is a Bookkeeper at $41,652 annually. Average YSS salaries by department include: Operations at $83,718, Customer Support at $58,415, Admin at $53,191, and Design at $72,114. Half of YSS salaries are above $102,877.
10 employees at YSS rank their Compensation in the Bottom 20% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 31 ratings) while 10 employees at YSS rank their Perks And Benefits in the Bottom 35% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 12 ratings).
Last updated months ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $60k | $60k | 1st Percentile |
20th Percentile $81k | $81k | 20th Percentile |
40th Percentile $101k | $101k | 40th Percentile |
60th Percentile $163k | $163k | 60th Percentile |
80th Percentile $264k | $264k | 80th Percentile |
100th Percentile $348k | $348k | 100th Percentile |
$87,720*
Average Compensation
$102,877*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
YSS Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at YSS
The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at YSS across various culture dimensions.
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YSS Perks & Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Health & Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
- PTO / Vacation Policy
Financial Benefits
- 401K / Retirement Plan
Office Perks
- Work From Home Policy
YSS PTO
YSS' PTO and Vacation policy typically gives unlimited days off a year. YSS' benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $1000 -$1500 cash value per month.
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YSS Careers
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Frequently Asked Questions regarding YSS
What is YSS address?
YSS location is at 420 Kellogg Avenue
Who is the CEO of YSS?
YSS CEO is Andrew Allen, their score by employees is 49
What is YSS eNPS?
The eNPS for YSS is -37
What is the salary for Marketing Operations in YSS?
Marketing Operations average salary in the US is 86k
What are the salaries in the IT in YSS?
The average salaries for IT in YSS is 102k
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