> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/204476-ilsp-specialist-bilingual](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/204476-ilsp-specialist-bilingual). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # ILSP Specialist (Bilingual) - **Company:** First Place for Youth - **Location:** San Francisco, CA, United States - **Salary:** $61,610.0 - $67,933.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Access, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Databases, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint - **Published:** May 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=b34f4e94f09a8e37 ## About the Role Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree in education or related field preferred.Fluency in Spanish required (reading, writing, and verbal)A strong dedication to cultural competency that creates conditions that remove barriers.Three years of experience working with at-risk youth, preferably current and former foster youth preferred.One year of experience working with youth in career development and job placement capacities preferred.Excellent knowledge of education and employment resources for youth in the Bay Area.General knowledge of the issues facing transitioning foster youthExperience in youth development model, asset-based relationship building, and experience in motivating youth.Good time management skills, including punctuality.Ability to work well under pressure, multi-task, and handle complex situations in a fast pace environment while maintaining good sense of humor, patience and tact.Must be able to pass a Community Care Licensing background checkComputer Skills - Proficiency with current MS Office suite applications including Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint, Project and Outlook. Experience with database systems. Strong communication skills - Exceptional oral and written communication skills including the demonstrated ability to research, assimilate, and analyze information, compose engaging messages, and present data in a clear and inspiring manner. Availability for occasional evening and weekend work and some travel as needed. ## Description Are you dedicated to empowering and supporting youth, regardless of their background? We're searching for passionate individuals to make a positive impact on the lives of foster youth. Become an integral part of their transformative journey and join the First Place for Youth team., POSITION SUMMARY: The Bilingual ILSP Specialist plays a critical role in supporting a young person as they deal with the excitement, rigors and uncertainty of adulthood and departure from foster care. This position works closely with providers, such as social workers, attorneys, group home personnel, teachers, mental health clinicians and administrators to ensure participants successfully work towards obtaining their high school diploma or equivalent and achieving their Education and Employment short- and long-term goals in support of the youth's long-term permanency. Critical youth objectives are attaining a high school diploma, identifying permanent connections, enrolling in and continuing post-secondary education as well as exploring vocational training and end employment opportunities. The Bilingual ILSP Specialist meets individually with the youth on their caseload to provide intensive services focusing on education and employment, while working with the primary providers in each participants' life and providing community resources as needed. This position is on-site at SF ILSP location from 10:00 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Support youth to identify and work toward employment and educational goals that support their long-term permanency. Other duties as assigned.Build and maintain trusting relationships with high school students and community partners.Support with translation during intake meetings for primarily Spanish-speaking youthConduct individual case management meetings to assist participants with identifying and progressing towards short- and long-term goals that focus on achieving outcomes in the areas of education, employment, stable housing, parenting, relationships and overall health.Assist youth in securing full time, part-time, and summer employment by accompany youth to job fairs, job interviews and submitting applications as needed.Work with youth participants to create and revise resumes.Counsel youth in career exploration and job retention.Case coordinate with community service providers to ensure youth develop and maintain employment plans.Coach youth participants on handling work-related issues and promote self-advocacy.Create, translate, and facilitate or co-facilitate in person or virtual workshops for youth participants on vocational, educational and career-related topics.Develop and maintain relationships with high schools, GED services, colleges, and vocational schools.Counsel youth participants on available financial aid and assist them in the application process.Interface with special education departments and staff, support IEP meetings for youth.Work with external service providers to ensure youth develop and maintain their educational plan.Other duties as assigned. Case Coordinate and link youth to community resources, act as an advocate and resource in all youth services towards their education and employment goals. Coordinate education and employment services with external services providers where youth are housed.Identify and advocate for services that youth need in order to reach their goals.Provide crisis service resource and referral for homeless and runaway youth.Leverage external provider support to ensure youth receive essential services and resources.Build strong partner relationships with county social workers, group homes, TLPs, and other key community resources for in-care and out of care youth. Documentation/Administrative Duties Ensure youth are meeting Action Plan goals with respect to employment and education.Enter all data on time and correctly to support program evaluation and outcomes tracking.Translate flyers and other outreach materials as needed.Work collaboratively with colleagues across the organization and within respective department.Attend weekly program meetings, monthly agency staff meetings, and individual weekly supervision with SF ILSP Manager. ## Related Videos - [A guide for effective talent acquisition and sustainable integration of international employees](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1081-a-guide-for-effective-talent-acquisition-and-sustainable-integration-of-international-employees) - [In-depth .NET Azure Functions: Isolated mode, performance and durable AI agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100207-in-depth-net-azure-functions-isolated-mode-performance-and-durable-ai-agents) - [Developing the Rich Text Editor for DeepL.com](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1172-developing-the-rich-text-editor-for-deepl-com) - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [Inspiring Young People (and Their Parents) to Become Programmers - Cassandra Chin](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1760-inspiring-young-people-and-their-parents-to-become-programmers-cassandra-chin) - [From Syntax to Singularity: AI’s Impact on Developer Roles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/900-from-syntax-to-singularity-ai-s-impact-on-developer-roles) ## Related Articles - [Best Coding Boot Camps in Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/237-best-coding-boot-camps-in-germany) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [Starter Kit For Job Applications For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/7-starter-kit-for-job-applications-for-developers) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated)