Economic Mobility Coach
$63,000–$68,000 year
On-siteBoston, Massachusetts, United States
Job Summary
Provide one-on-one, strength-based economic mobility coaching to clients, supporting goals related to budgeting, credit building, debt reduction, savings, income growth, education pathways, benefits of access, and asset building. Manage a caseload that may include higher-need or more complex client situations while using trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and equity-centered practices. Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential client records in required data systems. Contribute to the development of coaching tools, curricula, workshops, and resource guides. Participate in case conferences, reflective supervision, and team learning activities. Facilitate financial and career capability workshops and group sessions for community members and partner organizations. Represent JPNDC in coalitions, meetings, and community events as needed. Support program reporting requirements for grants and funders. Assist with pilot initiatives or new program models related to financial capability and economic mobility.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in finance, social work, counseling, public policy, or related field, or equivalent lived/professional experience
- Minimum of 1 year of experience providing financial coaching, financial counseling, or related economic mobility services
- Demonstrated experience working with low-income communities and communities of color
- Strong knowledge of budgeting, credit reports/scores, debt management, banking products, public benefits, and consumer financial issues
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
- Excellent communication, coaching, and relationship-building skills
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Desired Qualifications
- Certification or training in financial coaching or counseling (e.g., AFC®, FFC®, or similar) or willing to acquire within the first 6 months of hiring
- Experience working within a community development, nonprofit, or housing-based setting
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