Capital Area Community Services Inc. · 1 month ago
Financial Capabilities Counselor - Property Tax Foreclosure Prevention
Lansing, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$22.37/hr - $22.38/hr
2+ years expCapital Area Community Services Inc. is focused on providing family support services to individuals facing Property Tax Foreclosure. The Financial Capabilities Counselor will assist participants with financial counseling, eligibility determination, and resource linkage to promote family independence and prevent foreclosure.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Specifically assigned to assist local households facing Property Tax Foreclosure
Determines eligibility and assists participants with the complexities related to Property Tax Foreclosure and assists them with applying for needed services
Works with participants and the County Treasurer's Office(s) to create a reasonable household budget and an acceptable repayment plan
Provides individualized one-on-one financial counseling sessions (including both initial and follow-up sessions) to assist participants in achieving their established goals
Assists individuals in the selection of educational enrichment activities to comply with program requirements, if/where applicable
Conducts credit repair and money management workshops utilizing Agency approved training materials
Provides family support services to individuals seeking services through the assigned Service Center(s). Services include needs assessment, direct and referral services, advocacy and follow-up to assist individuals in meeting basic needs
Provides participants with community resource information and assists with accessing services for which they are eligible. Links participants with service providers, employers, and other resources designed to meet individual needs and improve quality of life
Informs participants about the Weatherization program and completes the intake/screening assessment for those services
Maintains up-to-date participant files, including assessment, direct and referral services, follow-up and other participant activities
Ensures that required participant data in the DBA FACS PRO system is accurate and completed in a timely manner for all participants and maintains an accurate account of all services
Ensures confidentiality of all participant information and records at all times
Works cooperatively as part of the Service Center Delivery team to address the needs of the low income population and to meet Project objectives
Serves as a role model to guide others along the self-sufficiency continuum
Assists with special projects upon request
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college
Two years of relevant experience with some background in finance, financial education, counseling/coaching, or social service delivery
Previous financial and/or foreclosure housing counseling
Strong public presentation skills and professional orientation
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written
Advanced Computer Skills
Ability to work with a diverse population in an effective manner
Sensitivity to the needs of others with the ability to encourage and guide others in their quest for independence
Willing to utilize personal vehicle to travel between assigned worksite locations, as needed
Preferred
Particular expertise in one of the following: financial services, banking, social work, financial planning, coaching/mentoring, teaching, collections, or a law degree
Knowledge of property tax foreclosure procedures
Specialized education with degree or certification (i.e., law degree, certified financial counseling, etc.)
Benefits
Full benefit package: After 60 days of employment
Company
Capital Area Community Services Inc.
Capital Area Community Services, Inc.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase