Certified Credit and Housing Counselor

Job Description

Join our dynamic team as a Certified Credit and Housing Counselor, where you will be responsible for offering vital counseling services to individuals facing credit and housing challenges. You will help clients create and implement strategies to improve their financial situations while providing education on essential financial topics.

Responsibilities

• Conduct one-on-one counseling sessions with clients to evaluate their financial situations.
• Help clients create realistic budgets and payment plans tailored to their needs.
• Provide resources and tools for debt management and resolution.
• Track and report on client outcomes and program effectiveness.
• Collaborate with community partners to provide additional resources to clients.
• Deliver presentations on financial literacy topics as needed.
• Develop educational materials and resources for clients and community outreach.
• Support clients in understanding their credit reports and how to improve their scores.
• Advocate on behalf of clients to access needed resources and services.
• Engage in continuous professional development to stay informed about industry trends.

Advantageous

• Familiarity with housing assistance programs: Knowledge of local and federal housing assistance programs.
• Fluent in Spanish: Ability to provide counseling services in Spanish and English.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits
• Retirement savings plan with organizational match
• Employee assistance programs
• Professional development opportunities

Company Culture

• Empathy and Support: Fostering a culture where empathy and client support are paramount.
• Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate diversity and strive to include all voices in our mission.
• Innovation: Encouraging creative solutions to improve client outcomes and services.