What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Specialist - Economic Empowerment position at YWCA of Grand Island?
YWCA is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.
Program Specialist- Economic Empowerment
- Develops and delivers digital literacy curriculum to promote self-sufficiency and advancement.
- Delivers Allstate Moving Ahead Financial Empowerment curriculum in 1:1 and small group settings.
- Provides 1:1 employment coaching helping clients learn the basics of cover letters, resume writing, interview skills, and job market navigation.
- Connects clients to other resources in the community.
- Conducts check-in phone calls with all clients for 3 months and provides written documentation of these calls; provides suggestions for access to resources if needed.
- Monitors and documents clients’ progress.
- Oversees SNAP grant documentation
- Plans, schedules, and promotes Northstar Digital Literacy classes
- Oversees Mission Menstruation program
- Oversees Happy, Healthy, Baby program
- Works collaboratively with the Leadership Team to ensure program success.
All YWCA staff members are expected to function as self-directed members of a team, to model professional standards and the YWCA mission, and to help sustain an environment that encourages women’s and girls’ investment in themselves and in the YWCA movement.
Qualifications:
Educational and Work Experience Qualifications:
College/University Degrees: Bachelor’s degree or commensurate experience. If you do not have a degree or employment experience in this field but have served as a volunteer for similar programs, please consider applying.
Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred but not required.
Work requires:
- Availability to work days, 36 hours/week
- A valid driver’s license, clear background check
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $17.50 per hour
Expected hours: 36 per week
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Grand Island, NE 68801: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $18