Economic Mobility Counselor

Riderflex LLC; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full health coverage

Paid vacation and sick time

401(k) with company match

Professional development opportunities

Team-oriented environment

Job summary

Xiente in Philadelphia is seeking an Economic Mobility Counselor to help families build financial stability. You will assess needs, craft personalized action plans, and connect clients with training, housing counseling, and supportive services.

This full-time, on-site role offers orientation, caseload independence after training, and collaboration with local organizations. Strong English and bilingual skills are valued to serve diverse families in the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in social work, counseling, finance or related field.
• Experience in counseling or social services preferred.
• Experience with Head Start, Early Head Start, or housing counseling programs preferred.
• Fluency in English; bilingual Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments to identify clients' economic challenges and goals.
• Develop and implement action plans to help clients achieve financial stability.
• Provide one-on-one counseling to guide financial decisions.
• Connect clients with job training, education, and community resources.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans as needed.
• Lead workshops on financial literacy and career development.
• Maintain accurate records per policies.
• Collaborate with community organizations to improve services.

Skills

Fluent English

Bilingual (ES/EN)

Communication skills

Data analysis

Caseload management

Financial literacy

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

Tools

Office Suite

Canvas

Job description

Job Details

• Job Title: Economic Mobility Counselor
• Reports To: Director of Economic Mobility
• Department: Economic Mobility
• Number of Direct Reports: 0
• Status: Full-time, Onsite
• Pay Range: $60,000 annually
• FLSA Status: To be confirmed
• Location: 174 Diamond Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122
• Number of Openings: 2

Company Overview

Xiente (formerly Norris Square Community Alliance) was founded in 1982 by a group of Puerto Rican women in North Philadelphia who saw a need and took action. From the beginning, we believed that the people most impacted by poverty should be the ones shaping the solutions. That principle still guides us today. In 2023, our evolution into Xiente marked a renewed commitment to economic mobility, systems change, and intergenerational prosperity. We are still rooted in the same neighborhood. We are still powered by the same community.

Our mission is to transform communities by empowering individuals to achieve social mobility. Xiente programs maximize personal capital - education, financial literacy, real estate, business opportunity - to create a path of economic mobility for individuals and their families.

Does this sound like what you have been looking for?

Position Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Economic Mobility Counselor to join our team with background in workforce development, housing counseling, social work, or finance counseling. The ideal candidate will provide guidance and support to individuals and families seeking to improve their economic situation and achieve financial stability. This role involves assessing client needs, developing personalized action plans, providing support to connect with career opportunities, social networks, and connecting clients with resources and services that promote economic mobility.

Counselors work with each family through the entire process, from the first interaction to the last. After orientation and training, counselors manage their own calendars and caseloads, with the team meeting three times a week to discuss cases and resources.

Essential Functions

• Conduct assessments to identify clients' economic challenges and goals.
• Develop and implement personalized action plans to help clients achieve financial stability.
• Provide one-on-one counseling sessions to guide clients through financial decision-making processes.
• Connect clients with community resources, job training programs, and educational opportunities.
• Monitor client progress and adjust action plans as necessary to ensure success.
• Facilitate workshops and group sessions on financial literacy, budgeting, and career development.
• Collaborate with community organizations and stakeholders to enhance service delivery.
• Maintain accurate records of client interactions and progress in compliance with organizational policies.
• Comply with the enrollment goals and metrics pertaining to economic mobility initiatives and programs.
• Connect families with social networks that help them advance their economic mobility goals.
• Independently research and identify resources for families when an existing referral is not available, and share what you find with the team.
• Complete any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

A. Education

• Bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, finance, human services or a related field.

B. Experience

• Experience in counseling, social services, or economic development preferred.
• Experience serving families connected to Head Start, Early Head Start, or housing counseling programs preferred.

C. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong understanding of financial literacy concepts and resources.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fluent English.
• Self-motivation, resilience, and the ability to manage your own caseload and produce results after orientation and training.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Empathy and a commitment to helping others achieve their goals.
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) preferred.
• Ability to analyze and use data to inform decision-making.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills, internet, and e-mail.
• Intermediate use of Office and Canvas.
• Ability to create and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans and activities.
• Ability to effectively manage classroom dynamics and behavior.

Work Environment

• This position is full-time and onsite at 174 Diamond Street, Philadelphia.
• Counselors receive orientation and training before taking on an independent caseload.
• The team meets three times a week to discuss cases, resources, and logistics.

Compensation

The salary for the Economic Mobility Counselor is $60,000 a year.

Benefits

• Full Health Coverage - Medical, Vision, and Dental
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Supportive Team Environment
• Opportunities for Professional Development

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) STATEMENT

Xiente is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace where all qualified individuals have an equal opportunity to succeed based on their qualifications, skills, experience, and job-related requirements. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.