The Financial Career Coach will be responsible for providing job search, job readiness skills and referrals for job training with a goal to help individuals attain a living wage. The Career Coach will coach clients on ways to reduce barriers to maintaining employment including working closely with the Senior Financial Education Staff.
At Community Teamwork our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial and emotional wellness.
We offer :
- Pay Range $24 - $26 per hour
- Casual work environment
- 4 weeks of Paid Time Off
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Paid Life Insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- 12 paid holidays
- Paid sick leave
- Career advancement and professional development
- 5% contribution to your 401K whether you participate on your own or not.
- Great co-workers and a great mission with an outstanding Community Action Agency
- 37.5 hour work week
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Work on the Financial Education Center (FEC) team to provide all financial education and employment services programming including researching, developing and implementing FEC programming on an ongoing basis.Provide case management to clients on a regular basis;Assist clients as needed in addressing specific issues regarding financial / credit managementIdentify services needed for members' personal, educational / or skill development to enhance employabilityCreate individual employment goalsCreate personal finance management goalsWork to reduce employment barriers by providing resources, supports and referralsProvide internal and external wrap around services to clients throughout job placementPerform intake and data collection as per all funding source requirementsMaintain accurate participant records and prepare reports as requiredAssist in the development of partnerships with local agencies and other community resourcesWork with team members on planning and implementation of financial education programs and events throughout the yearUphold the values of CTI - Equity, Integrity, Compassion.Perform other related duties as assignedQualifications :
High School diploma or equivalent required.Ability to take part in certification programs that include Financial Social Work, Credit Repair and Financial Career CoachingPrior related experience required.Attention to detailMicrosoft products (Word, Excel, Outlook)Understanding of basic personal finance managementExcellent customer service, interpersonal, oral and written communication skillsAbility to maintain accurate records and maintain confidentiality of informationKnowledge and experience working with low income, culturally diverse, and at-risk individualsStrong ability to problem-solveDemonstrated knowledge of community resources available to low income householdsPublic speaking and outreachCrisis management skillsAbility to travel to work sitesAbility to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environmentBilingual (English / Spanish, English / Haitian Creole, English / Portuguese) preferred.Equal Opportunity Employer - Vets / Disabled
This is an exciting opportunity to become an integral member of an innovative team in an organization committed to excellence.