Career Coach for Women’s Economic Empowerment

N-Street-Village-Inc; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

N Street Village in Washington, DC, seeks an Economic Empowerment Specialist to support unhoused women toward employment and financial stability. You will assess needs, guide job readiness, and connect clients with benefits and resources, combining workforce development with benefits expertise to empower lives.

Reporting to the Program Manager, you will build relationships with employers, organize job fairs, and coordinate services with internal teams and partners, ensuring comprehensive support

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Business Admin, or related field.
• Experience in employment services or workforce development preferred.
• Knowledge of benefits programs and community resources is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assess clients’ employment readiness and benefits eligibility.
• Develop individualized employment plans aligned with clients’ goals.
• Facilitate job search workshops, resume writing, interviewing skills, and etiquette.
• Provide one‑on‑one coaching to enhance job skills.
• Coordinate benefits applications and follow‑ups with clients.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Cultural competence

Data management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Business Admin, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

N Street Village in Washington, DC, seeks an Economic Empowerment Specialist to support unhoused women toward employment and financial stability. You will assess needs, guide job readiness, and connect clients with benefits and resources, combining workforce development with benefits expertise to empower lives.

Reporting to the Program Manager, you will build relationships with employers, organize job fairs, and coordinate services with internal teams and partners, ensuring comprehensive support