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The Village for Families and Children Financial Empowerment Coach (Part Time) in Hartford, Connecticut
The Village for Families and Children
Job Tracking ID:Job Tracking ID: 512620-877748 Job Location:Hartford, CT Job Level:Job Level: Mid Career (2+ years) Level of Education:BA/BS Job Type:Part-Time/Regular Years of Experience:Years of Experience: Any Starting Date:Starting Date: ASAP Salary:Salary: 21.15 Work Hours:Work Hours: Part Time 20 hours
Job Description
Our Mission:
The Village was one of the first agencies in the country to provide homes for neglected children. Today, we continue to achieve our mission to build a community of strong, healthy families who protect and nurture children by providing a full range of behavioral health, early childhood and youth development, substance use treatment and support services for children, adults and families in the Greater Hartford, Connecticut region.
Named a Connecticut Top Workplace for four consecutive years with national distinction for workplace culture and diversity, equity and inclusion practices, you can be sure youre joining an organization thats just as committed to your success as we are to those we serve.
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Starting hourly rate $21.15- $22.11
JOB SUMMARY
The Financial Centers Financial Empowerment Specialist will be responsible for implementing programs at The Village (and, as needed, other community locations) to help individuals and families move toward financial stability and achieve financial goals. Program components may include some or all of the following: client recruitment; housing counseling and individualized financial coaching; information and referral; Matched Savings Accounts (MSA); financial education workshops. This is a full-time, 40-hourper-week position currently funded through a combination of renewable grants.
- Establish rapport with clients that results in trusting, collaborative relationships directed toward
- the achievement of the clients financial goals
- Provide one-on-one coaching and case management to help clients identify and access housing and other resources, develop and monitor budgets, reduce debt, set and achieve financial goals Provide education and support around housing counseling and housing search assistance Coordinate care with internal (Income Support Specialist and other staff) and external partners to provide a continuum of service for clients
- Provide education and, if needed, counseling to help clients improve credit scores
- Support clients in accessing and participating in Matched Savings Accounts
- Effectively apply Motivational Interviewing and other coaching/case management techniques with clients
- Plan and conduct outreach and engagement activities to recruit and retain clients, as needed Collect, manage and report data, as required by funders and partners utilizing FOC software system(s)
- Work in coordination with collaborating agencies on various program components; shares responsibility for operationalizing collaborative agreements
- Assist with funding applications and renewals as needed
- In consultation with the supervisor and Financial Center team, design and facilitate group activities and/or workshops; determine appropriate curricula and/or instructional methods for target audience
Experience and Skills
Education
A minimum of two years experience as a case manager, individual counselor/coach or group facilitator, preferably in financial education and/or counseling, working with a culturally and economically diverse population is required
- Bachelors Degree in financial services, human services, or other related field is strongly preferred. An equivalent combination relevant education and experience totaling at least six years is minimally required
Experience
Ability to effectively apply principles, practices and techniques of financial counseling/coaching
Experience in financi l education and/or counseling/coaching preferred
Knowledge of Section 8 and RAP programs
Demonstrated cultural competence
Bilingual/bicultural abilities (English/Spanish) preferredAbility to communicate effectively orally and in writing Good presentation skills
Ability to organize time and prioritize workload/ adaptable and flexible
Ability to be a self-starter and work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to build positive and respectful relationships with diverse groups including clients, colleagues and partners
Proficient with word processing and spreadsheet applications. Possess solid general computer skills, including ability to work in a Windows environment. Familiarity with specific applications used by the Village a plus
Physically able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations
Availability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends
Reliable transportation required
The Village for Families and Children is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
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