Overview

Working at Larkin Street, no matter what department, means making a real difference in the lives of young people experiencing homelessness. Our team is skilled, diverse, and passionate. Our culture encourages achievement and professional development, as well as teamwork and self-care. Our focus is always on the young people at the heart of our mission and to nurture potential, promote dignity and support bold steps by all. For more information about us, visit www.larkinstreetyouth.org.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reporting to the Program Manager of Employment Success, the primary role of the Employment Specialist is to identify and cultivate employment and education opportunities and place youth in positions appropriate to their skills, aptitudes, and interests. Other key functions of an ETP Instructor are to develop and maintain ongoing relationships with employers, guest speakers, and volunteers. In this position, it is the responsibility of the ETP Instructor to assist in the design and creation of promotional materials for the program as well as collaborate with clients’ case managers, counselors, job coaches, and mentors to facilitate client success in the workplace and education. Another key aspect of this position is to assist youth in the development and implementation of career advancement plans.   

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Teach Employment Training Program (ETP) Class.
  • Implement job readiness curriculum (example: resume building, cover letter creation, self-esteem improvement training, and proper interviewing skills).
  • Teach Microsoft Office applications, paying the most attention to Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Process ETP timesheets and client payments following ETP payment guidelines.
  • Interview and assess clients for enrollment into the ETP class.
  • Oversee Larkin Street Academy graduations, collaborating with the other Larkin Street Youth Services programs.
  • Assist clients in job search, securing and retaining employment after graduating from the ETP class.
  • Track clients’ progress in the workplace through regular communication with employment supervisors and maintain up-to-date records of job retention.
  • Implement relationship-building strategies with employers including presentations, special events, employer acknowledgment, and networking.
  • Assist in the design of promotional materials (monthly calendar, fliers, brochures, etc.) targeting potential employers, homeless youth, and social service agencies.
  • Meet regularly with the client’s case manager/advocate to discuss their progress.
  • Fulfill reporting requirements as designated by Larkin Street Academy

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide additional support to colleagues in Larkin Street Academy as needed.
  • Administer agency assessments and surveys.
  • Assist youth in developing and achieving education goals as outlined in education individualized service plans.
  • Request prior school transcripts and records.
  • Provide college preparation and access counseling to youth.
  • Identify and outreach to agencies that serve youth in need of education and employment services.
  • Responsible for supporting program services within the milieu.  For example, crisis intervention or helping to maintain the safety of the program.
  • Responsible for contributing towards the care and welfare of staff and to the clients we serve.
  • Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION: 

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Social Service Services, Education, or related field. May consider experience in lieu of education.

EXPERIENCE: 

  • Three to Four (3-4) years of progressive experience in education workforce development or related discipline.  
  • Experience working with adolescents as a vocational counselor/ job developer or in the field of public relations. 
  • Experience in working in a multi-cultural, diverse environment. Highly desired.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
  • Ability to speak and write English clearly and accurately.
  • Ability to speak in front of large groups of individuals.
  • Ability to multi-task and efficiently manage priority action items.

This position is represented by SEIU 1021 under a collective bargaining agreement.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider employment for qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Larkin Street Youth Services is an equal opportunity employer. Larkin Street Youth Service seeks qualified candidates with an interest in the non-profit sector. 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. 

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