Economic Mobility Counselor

Riderflex•Philadelphia, PA

29d•$60,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

Xiente (formerly Norris Square Community Alliance) was founded in 1982 by a group of Puerto Rican women in North Philadelphia who saw a need and took action. From the beginning, we believed that the people most impacted by poverty should be the ones shaping the solutions. That principle still guides us today. In 2023, our evolution into Xiente marked a renewed commitment to economic mobility, systems change, and intergenerational prosperity. We are still rooted in the same neighborhood. We are still powered by the same community. Our mission is to transform communities by empowering individuals to achieve social mobility. Xiente programs maximize personal capital - education, financial literacy, real estate, business opportunity - to create a path of economic mobility for individuals and their families. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Economic Mobility Counselor to join our team with background in workforce development, housing counseling, social work, or finance counseling. The ideal candidate will provide guidance and support to individuals and families seeking to improve their economic situation and achieve financial stability. This role involves assessing client needs, developing personalized action plans, providing support to connect with career opportunities, social networks, and connecting clients with resources and services that promote economic mobility. Counselors work with each family through the entire process, from the first interaction to the last. After orientation and training, counselors manage their own calendars and caseloads, with the team meeting three times a week to discuss cases and resources.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, finance, human services or a related field.
Experience in counseling, social services, or economic development preferred.
Experience serving families connected to Head Start, Early Head Start, or housing counseling programs preferred.
Strong understanding of financial literacy concepts and resources.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Fluent English.
Self-motivation, resilience, and the ability to manage your own caseload and produce results after orientation and training.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Empathy and a commitment to helping others achieve their goals.
Bilingual (English and Spanish) preferred.
Ability to analyze and use data to inform decision-making.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
Intermediate to advanced computer skills, internet, and e-mail.
Intermediate use of Office and Canvas.
Ability to create and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans and activities.
Ability to effectively manage classroom dynamics and behavior.

Responsibilities

Conduct assessments to identify clients' economic challenges and goals.
Develop and implement personalized action plans to help clients achieve financial stability.
Provide one-on-one counseling sessions to guide clients through financial decision-making processes.
Connect clients with community resources, job training programs, and educational opportunities.
Monitor client progress and adjust action plans as necessary to ensure success.
Facilitate workshops and group sessions on financial literacy, budgeting, and career development.
Collaborate with community organizations and stakeholders to enhance service delivery.
Maintain accurate records of client interactions and progress in compliance with organizational policies.
Comply with the enrollment goals and metrics pertaining to economic mobility initiatives and programs.
Connect families with social networks that help them advance their economic mobility goals.
Independently research and identify resources for families when an existing referral is not available, and share what you find with the team.
Complete any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.