Larkin Street Youth Services
Associate Director of Employment
Larkin Street Youth Services, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Since 1984, Larkin Street Youth Services has helped more than 75,000 young adults in San Francisco with outreach, shelter, housing, education, employment, healthcare, and other services.
Today, Larkin Street Youth Services is the largest provider of housing and services to homeless youth in the Bay Area. We serve 1,500 youth annually, operating or partnering to provide more than 500 emergency shelter, transitional, supportive, and subsidy‑based housing beds at several unique sites across San Francisco.
Working at Larkin Street, no matter what department, means making a real difference in the lives of young people experiencing homelessness. Our culture encourages achievement, professional development, teamwork, and self‑care. Our focus is always on the young people at the heart of our mission and on nurturing potential, promoting dignity, and supporting bold steps.
Associate Director of Employment
Under the guidance of the Program Director, the
Associate Director of Employment
oversees the development, implementation, and day‑to‑day operations of the employment department. In this role, you’ll lead programs that help clients build the skills, confidence, and connections needed to thrive in today’s workforce and beyond. You’ll cultivate partnerships with employers, training providers, and community organizations to expand pathways to quality employment, and strengthen program accessibility to reflect the flexibility of modern life. This is a full‑time position, eligible for full benefits. Responsibilities
Provide leadership and oversight to Larkin Street Academy Employment programs. Develop and implement program services, including curriculum building. Ensure compliance with grants, budgets, and agency outcomes, and serve as a lead for program audits. Provide overall support throughout Larkin Street Academy and Larkin Street Youth Services. Lead hiring and training of Larkin Street Academy staff. Conduct regular check‑ins with direct reports, including coaching, and monitor progress. Attend and participate in all agency management meetings and represent Larkin Street Youth Services at community/partner meetings and activities as needed. Fulfill reporting requirements as designated by Larkin Street Academy programs. Supervise staff in collaboration with the management team of Larkin Street Academy. Active outreach and development of externships and partnerships for the Employment Programs. Track and synthesize data on employment partnerships; evaluate effectiveness of collaborations and partners via MOUs, Microsoft Excel Database, and Microsoft Teams. Support drafting, analysis, and construction of new or existing grant opportunities for the workforce department. Promote client outcomes across the agency and develop systems of marketing strengthen partnerships. Support coordinating Restorative Community practices for the department. Hold on‑call manager responsibilities as assigned and scheduled in rotation. Qualifications
Passionate about Larkin Street Youth Services mission to end youth homelessness. Case management experience with Transitional Aged Youth (TAY), aged 18 to 25 of diverse backgrounds, similar to the client base. Experience in direct‑service roles in drop‑in centers, shelters, transitional, and/or permanent supportive housing programs. Previous experience in leadership roles. Self‑starter and team player; compassionate, collaborative, and organized. Hybrid working environment: 1 day per week from home. Willing to serve as an After Hours On‑Call Supervisor for 7 days, every 6‑8 weeks. Willing to work holidays occasionally. Benefits
Choice of Kaiser and Sutter medical plans, plus dental and vision. Generous 3 weeks of vacation annually, plus 11 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays. 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching. Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses. Life insurance. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for counseling services. Health Advocate Service. Commuter Benefits Program. Paid sabbatical following 5 and 10 years of employment. Larkin Street Youth Services is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing diversity and consider all applicants for all positions without regard to color, ethnic background, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, HIV/AIDS status, veteran status, or any other legally protected class. We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds to apply for any open position in which they feel qualified. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider employment for qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. All City and County of San Francisco employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID‑19 as a condition of employment.
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Under the guidance of the Program Director, the
Associate Director of Employment
oversees the development, implementation, and day‑to‑day operations of the employment department. In this role, you’ll lead programs that help clients build the skills, confidence, and connections needed to thrive in today’s workforce and beyond. You’ll cultivate partnerships with employers, training providers, and community organizations to expand pathways to quality employment, and strengthen program accessibility to reflect the flexibility of modern life. This is a full‑time position, eligible for full benefits. Responsibilities
Provide leadership and oversight to Larkin Street Academy Employment programs. Develop and implement program services, including curriculum building. Ensure compliance with grants, budgets, and agency outcomes, and serve as a lead for program audits. Provide overall support throughout Larkin Street Academy and Larkin Street Youth Services. Lead hiring and training of Larkin Street Academy staff. Conduct regular check‑ins with direct reports, including coaching, and monitor progress. Attend and participate in all agency management meetings and represent Larkin Street Youth Services at community/partner meetings and activities as needed. Fulfill reporting requirements as designated by Larkin Street Academy programs. Supervise staff in collaboration with the management team of Larkin Street Academy. Active outreach and development of externships and partnerships for the Employment Programs. Track and synthesize data on employment partnerships; evaluate effectiveness of collaborations and partners via MOUs, Microsoft Excel Database, and Microsoft Teams. Support drafting, analysis, and construction of new or existing grant opportunities for the workforce department. Promote client outcomes across the agency and develop systems of marketing strengthen partnerships. Support coordinating Restorative Community practices for the department. Hold on‑call manager responsibilities as assigned and scheduled in rotation. Qualifications
Passionate about Larkin Street Youth Services mission to end youth homelessness. Case management experience with Transitional Aged Youth (TAY), aged 18 to 25 of diverse backgrounds, similar to the client base. Experience in direct‑service roles in drop‑in centers, shelters, transitional, and/or permanent supportive housing programs. Previous experience in leadership roles. Self‑starter and team player; compassionate, collaborative, and organized. Hybrid working environment: 1 day per week from home. Willing to serve as an After Hours On‑Call Supervisor for 7 days, every 6‑8 weeks. Willing to work holidays occasionally. Benefits
Choice of Kaiser and Sutter medical plans, plus dental and vision. Generous 3 weeks of vacation annually, plus 11 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays. 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching. Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses. Life insurance. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for counseling services. Health Advocate Service. Commuter Benefits Program. Paid sabbatical following 5 and 10 years of employment. Larkin Street Youth Services is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing diversity and consider all applicants for all positions without regard to color, ethnic background, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, HIV/AIDS status, veteran status, or any other legally protected class. We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds to apply for any open position in which they feel qualified. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider employment for qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. All City and County of San Francisco employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID‑19 as a condition of employment.
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