Financial Stability Coach for Families

Catholic Charities; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Charities in Hartford, CT seeks a Financial Stability Specialist/EC to support low-income families through financial coaching and entrepreneurship guidance. The role involves coordinating services, assisting with resumes, and connecting participants to income supports as part of a two-generation approach.

You will work with families in a participant-centered program, addressing barriers and collaborating with community partners to ensure access to services and benefits in a timely

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in social work, human services, career development or related field preferred and/or 3–5 years of experience.
• Training in personal finances and coaching desired; willing to obtain within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Recruit eligible participants in alignment with enrollment goals.
• Perform holistic eligibility, enrollment & assessment to develop a family success plan.
• Braiding programs across employment services, financial coaching and income supports.
• Provide case coordination for participants in Financial Stability/Entrepreneurship programs.
• Assist with resume writing and interview preparation as needed.
• Develop strategies with families to overcome barriers like housing, healthcare, childcare, transportation.

Skills

Engage low income families

One-on-one coaching

Group facilitation

Report writing

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s degree in social work / human services / related field

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Catholic Charities in Hartford, CT seeks a Financial Stability Specialist/EC to support low-income families through financial coaching and entrepreneurship guidance. The role involves coordinating services, assisting with resumes, and connecting participants to income supports as part of a two-generation approach.

You will work with families in a participant-centered program, addressing barriers and collaborating with community partners to ensure access to services and benefits in a timely