Career Empowerment Coach - Digital & Financial Literacy

YWCA of Greater LA; Compton (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

YWCA Greater Los Angeles is seeking a Workforce Empowerment Coach to deliver employment-readiness, digital-literacy, and financial-literacy services to participants seeking greater economic stability. You will facilitate group curricula, provide one-on-one coaching, assist with resumes and job searches, and coordinate relationships with employers and community partners.

The position allocates about 80% time to Economic Empowerment and 20% to Survivor Empowerment Services, operating within a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience in workforce development, career coaching, employment services, or job placement.
• Knowledge of employment readiness, digital literacy, financial literacy, and workforce development programs.
• Experience assisting with resumes, job searches, applications, and interview preparation.
• Ability to build partnerships with employers, educational institutions, workforce agencies, and community organizations.
• Strong facilitation, communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
• Commitment to trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and participant-centered services.

Responsibilities

• Provides digital literacy training, including computer, internet, email, online safety, and online platforms.
• Delivers financial literacy education on budgeting, credit, debt, savings, and financial wellness.
• Provides trauma-informed economic empowerment services that promote financial stability and self-sufficiency.
• Assesses employment barriers and connects participants to supportive resources and services.
• Conducts employment assessments and develops individualized employment plans.
• Provides employment counseling and career coaching tailored to participant goals and needs.
• Assists with resumes, cover letters, job applications, interviews, and workplace readiness.
• Supports online job searches, applications, email setup, and employer communication.
• Conducts mock interviews and builds participant confidence and presentation skills.
• Provides job retention coaching and workplace success support.
• Connects participants to training, education, credentialing, apprenticeship, and workforce development opportunities.
• Identifies employment and training opportunities for individuals facing employment barriers.

Skills

Digital literacy

Financial literacy

Employment counseling

Resume and job search support

Group facilitation

Partnership development

Trauma-informed approach

Communication skills

Organization skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management system

Job description

YWCA Greater Los Angeles is seeking a Workforce Empowerment Coach to deliver employment-readiness, digital-literacy, and financial-literacy services to participants seeking greater economic stability. You will facilitate group curricula, provide one-on-one coaching, assist with resumes and job searches, and coordinate relationships with employers and community partners.

The position allocates about 80% time to Economic Empowerment and 20% to Survivor Empowerment Services, operating within a