Community Financial Coach & Workshop Leader

New Community Corporation; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

New Community Corporation in Newark, NJ seeks a full-time Financial Coach to help individuals and families improve financial stability. You will meet clients to assess their situations, set realistic goals, and develop personalized action plans covering budgeting, debt reduction, savings, and credit building.

The role includes delivering one-on-one coaching and group workshops, providing financial education, tracking progress, keeping records, and collaborating with NCC programs and community

Qualifications

• Experience guiding clients through budgeting, debt reduction, and credit-building plans.
• Background in finance-related fields and ability to translate complex concepts for clients.
• Strong communication, active listening and ability to work with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients to assess financial situations, set goals, and develop personalized action plans covering budgeting, savings, debt reduction, and credit building.
• Deliver one-on-one coaching and group workshops, offer financial education on key topics, and connect clients with NCC resources.
• Track client progress, maintain accurate records, and collaborate with NCC programs and external partners.
• Contribute to outreach efforts to engage new participants and promote an inclusive environment.

Skills

Financial Coaching

Financial Education

Budgeting

Debt Reduction

Credit Building

Communication

Active Listening

Cultural Competency

Urban Community Experience

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, social work, counseling, or related field

Tools

Office Suite

Job description

New Community Corporation in Newark, NJ seeks a full-time Financial Coach to help individuals and families improve financial stability. You will meet clients to assess their situations, set realistic goals, and develop personalized action plans covering budgeting, debt reduction, savings, and credit building.

The role includes delivering one-on-one coaching and group workshops, providing financial education, tracking progress, keeping records, and collaborating with NCC programs and community