Bilingual Financial Counselor I — Wealth-Building Support

Southern Bancorp; Elaine (AR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Employee stock ownership plan

Discounted home mortgage rates

Dental and vision insurance

Employer-paid life insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid holidays and time off

Bonus plan

Job summary

A financial institution focused on community development is looking for a Bilingual Financial Counselor I in Elaine, Arkansas. The role will involve providing comprehensive financial counseling and education with an emphasis on increasing savings and reducing debt. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree and possess certifications in financial counseling. This position offers a dynamic environment for professionals skilled in financial services, emphasizing community outreach.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience in a credit or financial counseling role or related field.
• HUD housing counselor certification required within six months.
• Accredited Financial Counseling certification required within sixty days.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one financial counseling to customers.
• Analyze current financial conditions and build action plans.
• Conduct group learnings on financial skills.

Skills

Fluent in English and Spanish

Strong customer relations skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

Analytical ability

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management tools

CRM systems

Job description

A financial institution focused on community development is looking for a Bilingual Financial Counselor I in Elaine, Arkansas. The role will involve providing comprehensive financial counseling and education with an emphasis on increasing savings and reducing debt. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree and possess certifications in financial counseling. This position offers a dynamic environment for professionals skilled in financial services, emphasizing community outreach.