Description
WiNGS is a non-profit agency that supports women in realizing their fullest potential and a path to a better life. Formerly known as the YWCA of Metropolitan Dallas, WiNGS serves more than 2,000 individuals each year. If you want to make a lasting impact in the lives of women and children in Dallas County, work with a team of passionate professionals in an evolving organization - WiNGS is a place for you.
We are hiring multiple Financial Coaches and Career Coaches for work in North and South Dallas. As a Coach, you will help guide individuals through personal and professional journeys, reaching financial goals and/or career goals by clarifying goals, creating actionable plans, and navigating challenges and obstacles along the way.
You don’t need in-depth knowledge of financial principles, just a desire to encourage and motivate others. WiNGS provides intensive training on coaching methodology and financial principles. Evening and weekend hours are required. Fluency in Spanish is desired.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Engage in the WiNGS coaching methodology, working with adults one-on-one and in groups:
- Financial Coaches developing financial goals in the areas of savings, credit and debt.
- Career Coaches guide career exploration and planning, employment search, skill preparation and application preparation.
- Assist with outreach efforts to recruit clients seeking career services.
- Connect individuals with assistance services and resources.
- Document client progress, prepare progress reports, celebrate successes.
- Research and stay current on industry practices and trends.
- Establish positive relationships with community partners.
ESSENTIAL QUALITIES & QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field preferred; minimum of 2-4 years prior experience working with disadvantaged or at-risk populations, non-profit experience preferred; minimum of 2-4 years prior experience working with employment services is preferred for career coaches.
- Commitment to WiNGS mission and values including an understanding of barriers faced by low-income families.
- Personal qualities of maturity, self-awareness, empathy, flexibility, cultural humility, and an exceptional capacity for team and community building.
- Must be able to work flexible schedule, including some nights and weekends.
- Must have reliable transportation for local travel; out-of-state travel may be required.
PERKS & BENEFITS
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Short-Long Term Disability. Company paid Life Insurance
- 401k with company match
- Optional remote workdays
- Generous PTO package including extended time off from December 24th to New Years.
Application Instructions
HOW TO APPLY:
WiNGS is an equal opportunity employer. For immediate consideration, qualified candidates should submit a resume via email to jobs@wingsdallas.org.