Program Coordinator - Financial Literacy
Company: Mutual Housing
Location: Sacramento
Posted on: January 26, 2023
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Job Description:
Description:Title: Program Coordinator - Financial
LiteracyLocation: Sacramento or Yolo CountyDepartment: Community
DevelopmentReports To: Resident Programs ManagerFSLA Status:
Non-Exempt, Full Time positionHourly Wage: $22.50 to $24.50 per
hour (Annual Salary Equivalent = $46,800 to $50,960 per year)
Generous Benefits Package includes:Medical, Dental, Vision, Life
Insurance & Employee Assistant Program - fully covered for
EmployeeOptional Life, Long Term Disability, Critical Illness,
Identity Theft Protection and Accident InsuranceGenerous paid time
off, including16 paid holidays which includes the week between
Christmas and New YearsThank You Fridays: work to 2:00pm; paid
through 5:00pm each Friday.401K Retirement Plan - Employer match up
to 6% - after 6 months service.Who We Are:Mutual Housing California
was created in 1988 to catalyze revitalization of low-income
communities by strengthening neighborhood assets-both through
housing and resident involvement. The organization formed as a
partnership of neighborhood residents, business representatives,
housing advocates, and local government.For more than 30 years,
Mutual Housing California has developed, operated, and advocated
for sustainable housing that builds strong communities through
resident participation and leadership development. Currently, more
than 3,000 residents live in over one thousand apartments and
townhomes operated by our organization. Our residents describe our
properties as safe, clean, community-oriented, and inclusive. Over
the past few years, we have expanded our geographic service area,
moved into green property development, and increased our portfolio
of affordable housing. At the heart of our work is a desire to
build resident-led and resident-directed communities. Our unique
commitment to resident leadership is best embodied by our dynamic
community development team. This group of full-time employees is
embedded in our communities and works hand-in-hand with our
residents to grow their individual leadership and engage the entire
resident population. To support these exciting efforts, we are
seeking a passionate individual to join our team as a community
program coordinator.Our Culture: We are an organization of diverse
and collaborative individuals, driven to do our best work together
to create stronger, more stable communities for all. Our work is
challenging and fast-paced, but we are flexible and use each other
purposefully. We care about the success of the organization, as
well as the livelihood of our colleagues, and we truly believe in
and support work-life balance; an enriching personal life energizes
your work. We don't let issues lie; we are good listeners, direct
communicators, and value open dialogue. We don't shy away from
engaging in productive conflict which helps us improve and better
meet the needs of our communities. We are a learning organization,
and therefore, expect you to think critically about your work and
the work of the organization. If you are creative and want to be
innovative in your work, there is room for you in this organization
to contribute and test your ideas. Finally, we trust you. People in
our organization are empowered to create their best work
environment. Duties and Responsibilities: Each member of the
Resident Programs team is responsible for designing, implementing,
and coordinating activities/programs under the direction of the
Resident Programs Manager. This position reports to the Resident
Programs Manager and works closely with the rest of our community
development team to maximize services where programs are
implemented. Your primary responsibilities include but are not
limited to those outlined below; other job functions/duties may be
assigned by Resident Programs Manager and/or Programs Supervisor.1)
You will develop, design, implement, and coordinate FINANCIAL
focused community programs as needed and provide oversight of the
Maximize Your Credit Program. You will be responsible for helping
to assess the needs of Mutual Housing communities through surveys,
meetings, focus groups, and conversations. The goal will be to
create, implement, and evaluate financial literacy workshops and
programs for Mutual Housing communities (i.e., Lending Circle,
financial training workshops, financial education, community
projects) that will strengthen and stabilize resident's
finances.Mutual Housing is especially focused on connecting
residents with programs that help them develop skills in core
program areas: youth and adult education, health, economic
development, and community engagement. You will work in partnership
with the Community Development team to ensure that residents in
Mutual Housing communities are engaged in the programs you
coordinate. Duties include but are not limited to:Support youth and
adults in developing programs for themselves and peer residentsWork
with community-based organizations to coordinate on-site programs
aimed to enrich, engage, and expand services and resourcesRecruit
financial institutions to provide financial literacy education
through their community outreach programImplement programs when
necessary or when specific funding requires-- Work with interns,
federal work study students, VISTA volunteers, resident volunteers,
and community volunteers to execute programsDevelop a fundamental
understanding of all resident program areasCommunicate with
partners and agencies that have expertise in core program
areasCreate / maintain accurate records for reports and
grantsManage, review and evaluate resident programsRecruit
residents to participate in programs2) You will maintain
relationships with resident members and program partners. As
Program Coordinator, a large part of your role is maintaining and
strengthening relationships. In addition to running resident
programs, you will be a representative of Mutual Housing California
to program partners and residents alike. Also, you will work with
Community Builders on projects project as required by the Community
Development department.Duties include but are not limited
to:Meeting with residents to understand their needs and values to
help connect them with resident programsMaintain a working
knowledge of related Community Development department efforts and
providing referrals to residents as needed Assisting with community
building and organizing initiatives as neededMaintaining open lines
of communication with residents, partners and the community
development department (i.e. email, phone, text, in-person)3) You
will develop resident leadership skills. Residing at a Mutual
Housing community should be an opportunity for personal,
professional, and communal advancement. As the Program Coordinator,
you will be responsible for creating and maintaining an environment
where residents can expand their opportunities and those of the
greater community. You will be expected to work with residents and
partner organizations to develop useful programs for their
community that residents can support and builds their leadership
skills.Requirements:Preferred qualificationsKnowledgeable in the
areas of financial education, financial coaching, asset building
and business.Experience working with a diverse group of individuals
including youth and adults.Experience working with diverse
communities.Experience coordinating and navigating multiple
projects and programs simultaneously.You have demonstrated (formal
or informal) experience leading and teaching others.You have the
ability to work independently and as a member of a team.Acceptance
of a variety of lifestyles, behaviors, and cultural and spiritual
practicesYou have project and event management experience and are
comfortable developing ideas and seeing them through to
fruition.You have experience with capturing and reporting data.You
have the maturity and demonstrated experience to supervise
volunteers and/or interns.You have a commitment to exceptional
communication with residents, other staff and your supervisor.You
have a BA/BS in a relevant aspect of the position.You understand
affordable housing community and community resources.You have a
second language fluency.The ideal candidate has the following
strengths:Organization: You are able to manage multiple programs at
one time and can quickly assess and prioritize what is needed to
complete a given task. You are a systems thinker and structure your
work in a way that maximizes efficiency and thoroughness. You are
good about returning phone calls and emails, meet deadlines, and
don't let things slip through the cracks.Resourceful: You are able
to navigate resource constraints by being smart and creative. You
approach the world optimistically, seeing challenges as
opportunities. You build and maintain friendships and professional
relationships, aren't shy about asking for favors, and will try
just about anything to solve a problem.Communication: You are an
exceptionally clear verbal communicator. You are a good listener,
intuitive, and understand the needs of others. You excel as a
motivator and can lead others to places that they did not even know
they wanted to or could go. You have written and verbal fluency in
Vietnamese. As well as strong English verbal communication skills
and evidence of clear writing ability.Interpersonal ability: You
are personable and able to build relationships with a diverse set
of residents, peers, and external partners. You enjoy spending time
with others, are comfortable in an array of environments, and work
well one-on-one and in group settings. You are able to deftly
switch between being a friend, teacher, and follower. You embrace
critical questions and engage in respectful dialogue. You are
patient, honest, and possess a healthy drive to create
progress.PM20PI201060990
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