Friends of Youth
Nicolas Rodriguez, MPA, currently serves as a Case Manager for Youth Haven and as a Recruitment and Retention Specialist for Foster Care at Friends of Youth since June 2023. Prior experience includes roles as a Warehouse Specialist at American Northwest Distributors, an Associate Director of Business Development at IMPRINT, and a Marketing & Branding Account Executive in Life Sciences at marcus evans Summits. Additionally, Nicolas held positions as an Editor at Aggregage and as a Conference Producer and Account Executive at GTCbio. Educational qualifications include a Master of Public Administration from the University of Southern California, expected in May 2024, and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Government from California State University, Long Beach, completed in 2015.
Friends of Youth
For over 70 years, Friends of Youth has been driven by a belief that all youth should have every opportunity to succeed, and partners with youth and families to provide the relationships, resources, and skills they need to attain personal growth and success. With 24 program sites serving 18 cities in the Puget Sound Region, Friends of Youth provides safe places and emotional support for youth facing circumstances including homelessness, foster care, and behavioral health challenges. By joining our team, you will make a difference in the lives of young people by supporting them in taking their next steps toward safety, stability, and belonging. We are always excited and happy to meet anyone who shares an interest in and passion for contributing to our mission.