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Financial Coach
International Rescue Committee | |
United States, Virginia, Charlottesville | |
January 13, 2023 | |
Requisition ID: req35320 Job Title: Financial Coach Sector: Finance Employment Category: Regular Employment Type: Full-Time Open to Expatriates: No Location: Charlottesville, VA USA Job Description Job Overview The Financial Coach will provide coaching and counseling services to refugees, immigrants, and other individuals who are enrolled in the Economic Empowerment program, specifically new arrivals in their first year in the country. Financial counseling and coaching involve an ability to engage and motivate clients, a strong understanding of personal finances, an understanding of the U.S. financial system, and the ability to transfer that knowledge to others. The Financial Coach is responsible for assisting clients in developing plans that help clients reach their goals and achieve financial stability. The Financial Coach is expected to focus on services in a one-on-one counseling format but will also provide group instruction in workshop settings. The Financial Coach will work with the IRC Economic Empowerment team and other direct service staff to ensure that clients are receiving financial education and assistance across these service areas. This position will also assist clients in completing applications for targeted loan products including credit-building, business, auto, and immigration loans, as well as helping clients access local safe banking products. Major Responsibilities Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: One-on-one financial counseling/coaching:
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COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: In accordance with IRC's duty to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of known hazards and our commitment to safeguard the health of our employees, clients, and communities, IRC requires candidates who are selected for interview to furnish proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be considered for this position. Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity: IRC is committed to building a diverse organization and a climate of inclusivity. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who can demonstrate that they can contribute to this goal. Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. US Benefits: We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the US, these include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $120 per month, dental starting at $7 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles. #LI-GR1 |