Financial Empowerment Instructor

Expectations of your role:

Financial Coaching & Direct Service
• Provide individualized financial coaching to support participants in achieving goals such as improving credit, reducing debt, increasing savings, building assets, and planning for long-term financial stability
• Build and maintain trust-based relationships grounded in community, respect, and a strengths-based approach
• Administer and track matched savings incentives tied to participant goal achievement
• Review credit reports and support participants in understanding and improving their financial standing
• Work with a diverse population experiencing barriers to employment and financial stability, including those impacted by systemic inequities
• Maintain relationships with financial institutions and partners that support participant success
• Conduct outreach, screening, enrollment, and orientation for program participants
Instruction & Program Delivery
• Facilitate financial education classes for YWCA residents, program participants, and community members, both in-person and virtually
• Coordinate all aspects of class delivery, including curriculum preparation, logistics, materials, partner coordination, and follow-up
• Customize curriculum and workshops to meet the needs of specific populations and partner organizations
• Provide technology support to participants as needed (e.g., Zoom, Google Classroom,
Microsoft Forms)
• Collaborate with internal programs and external partners to expand access to financial education services
• Engage in community outreach and maintain strong, productive relationships with partners
Program Operations & Team Contribution
• Maintain accurate and complete client records and ensure compliance with program and funder requirements
• Collect, track, and report participant data for evaluation, reporting, and continuous improvement
• Contribute participant success stories and qualitative insights for program reporting
• Participate in team meetings, case consultations, and grant-related activities
• Support curriculum development and continuous program improvement based on feedback and best practices
• Provide training, support, and coordination for volunteers or interns, as applicable
• Integrate financial empowerment services across YWCA programs, including housing and employment services
• Conduct presentations and represent ERI in community settings
Equity & Social Justice Practice
• Apply an anti-racist and social justice lens to all aspects of service delivery and program design
• Participate in YWCA Race and Social Justice Initiative (RSJI) trainings, caucuses, and related activities
• Demonstrate understanding of how systemic racism and oppression impact financial stability and access to resources
• Take action to reduce barriers to participation and ensure equitable access and outcomes for participants
• Build effective working relationships across cultures and support an inclusive, learningoriented team environment
• Reflect on and address how systems of privilege and oppression impact participants, programs, and service delivery

Must have's to be successful:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field with at least one year of professional experience
OR a minimum of three years of relevant professional experience; equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred, but not required
• Experience providing financial education strongly preferred; comparable experience in public speaking, training, or group facilitation will also be considered
• Training in coaching methodology preferred, or willingness to complete training upon hire
• Demonstrated sensitivity to the needs of YWCA participants, including individuals who are low-income, experiencing homelessness, have limited English proficiency, or are impacted by domestic violence, substance use, or other barriers to employment
• Strong organizational and recordkeeping skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Demonstrated understanding of the intersection of racism and poverty
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and
Outlook
• Ability to travel independently to multiple worksites
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional daytime and evening hours

Hours, Rate, and Benefits

• Hourly Starting Pay Rate: $28.00 per hour
• Status: Full Time; 40 hours per week
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Classification: Non-Exempt position.
• Excellent benefits package including medical insurance, retirement plan, plus generous vacation, holiday, and sick leave plans.
• At the time of hire, employees may choose to voluntarily enroll in the Fidelity 403b Plan.
  Typically, after two years of employment, employees are eligible to participate in the YWCA
  Retirement Fund with a 14% employer contribution.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In performing this position, the employee:

• All positions at YWCA Seattle | King | Snohomish are exposed to clients who have experienced or are experiencing trauma in various forms including but not limited to domestic violence, sexual violence, homelessness, unemployment, financial hardship, etc. As a result, staff are at risk of secondary trauma. Employees are encouraged to seek external support and maintain self-care when working indirectly or directly with clients.

• Continuous sit or stand for extended periods while facilitating classes or working at a computer

• Continuous use of a computer, including typing, viewing screens, and using virtual platforms

• Continuously communicate clearly in person and virtually, including speaking and listening in group settings

• Occasional lifting and carrying of materials (e.g., training supplies, laptops, or presentation materials), typically up to 20 pounds

• Occasional ability to move between office spaces, training rooms, and community locations as needed

• Frequent ability to travel to multiple YWCA sites and community partner locations
  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

• *Continuously = Over 80% of the time * Frequently = 20-80% * Occasionally = Under 20%