Housing Partnership Developer - Larkin Street Youth Services

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 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 .

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Under the guidance of the Program Director, the Housing Developer plays a critical role in securing and maintaining housing partnerships for Larkin Street Youth Services as the tenant. This position focuses on cultivating relationships with property owners, landlords, and community partners to ensure access to safe, affordable, and youth-appropriate housing options.

This is a full-time position , eligible for full benefits.

Your responsibilities:

Housing Partnership Development

• Build and maintain strong relationships with landlords and property managers to secure units for Larkin Street Youth Services as the primary leaseholder.
• Negotiate lease terms and advocate for program needs, ensuring housing meets safety and suitability standards for youth participants.
• Mediate and resolve conflicts between property owners and Larkin Street, promoting positive and sustainable partnerships.
• Support with unit inspections as needed.

Client Centered Support

• Collaborate with case managers to align housing placements with individual youth needs and program goals.
• Educate youth on tenant rights and responsibilities within a transitional living context, fostering successful tenancies under Larkin Street’s lease.
• Support youth in accessing additional services that enhance housing stability and independence.

Data and Compliance

• Maintain accurate records of housing partnerships, lease agreements, and occupancy data using agency systems.

Leadership and Program Support

• Provide crisis management and on-call support to ensure safety and stability within TLP housing sites.
• Assist program managers with resource allocation, budget monitoring, and contract compliance.
• Other duties as required.

WHO YOU ARE: