Career Coach

Organizational/Program Background:
 Central City Neighborhood Partners (CCNP) was established in 1994 to address socio-economic conditions impacting low-income families in Central City, Westlake, and Pico-Union communities. CCNP collaborates with partners to create pathways to financial security and economic opportunity through the FamilySource Center (FSC) program and other initiatives.

$22.00 hourly

Full time/ 40 hrs per week

Position Overview

The Career Coach/ Financial Coach provides direct services for low-to moderate-income individuals who are enrolled as Financial Opportunity Center participants. The Financial/ Career Coach provides financial education classes and individual financial coaching for the Financial Opportunity Center (FOC) participants, as a way to improve their money management skills and increase their income. Individual meetings focus on helping participants improve their credit, decrease their debt, increase savings, improve money management, and avoid predatory financial services. This person will interact with employers, service providers, and neighborhood residents. The successful candidate will augment the employment component of the Financial Opportunity Center (FOC) by (1) identifying employment sectors and employers able to hire FOC participants from CCNP’s targeted neighborhoods; (2) assisting FOC participants in identifying long-term career aspirations and develop steps for achieving their goals; (3) preparing FOC participants for employment opportunities through individual coaching on job search techniques, interview etiquette, resume development and related topics; and (4) helping FOC participants connect with employment or skills training to secure employment and to advance to a better job. The Career Coach will also hold workshops, network and maintain relationships to actively promote career opportunities.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Knowledge and experience with educational and asset-building programs.
• Strong listening and interviewing skills.
• Creative problem-solving ability and initiative.
• Excellent organizational, administrative, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Cultural competency and flexibility in working with diverse backgrounds.
• Proficiency in English and Spanish.
• Operational knowledge of the internet and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage databases and reporting systems.

Other Requirements:

• Pass pre-employment screening, including background check.
• Possess TB Certificate and full COVID-19 vaccination.
• Have reliable transportation and valid California driver’s license.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and perform physical tasks as necessary.

Expectations for All Staff:

• Dedication to CCNP’s mission and success of families and youth.
• Commitment to excellence, continuous learning, and data-driven decision-making.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team and handle challenging situations.
• Comfort with technology and willingness to adopt new approaches.
• Regular attendance and professional demeanor.

Note: All employees must comply with CCNP’s mandatory vaccination policy.