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Empowerment Coach
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- $47,507.20 - $88,940.80 a year
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- 5 years
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- Analysis skills
- Tuition reimbursement
- Opportunities for advancement
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Greater Reach Community Services Board —Petersburg, VA
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Military Medics and Corpsmen Program Coordinator
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MHSS Employment Assistant/Job Coach (8:30 - 2:00) (part-time)
Chesterfield County, VA —Chesterfield, VA
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- Clean driving record
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- Writing skills
Outreach Case Manager
Laine Federal Solutions —North Chesterfield, VA
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
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Post-Release Career Coach - Richmond, Virginia
Concordance —Richmond, VA
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
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Workforce Development Specialist (Trainer)
JumpstartVIEW —Richmond, VA
- $26.10 - $31.43 an hour
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Outlook
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- Flexible schedule
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Economic Empowerment - AmeriCorps
International Rescue Committee —Richmond, VA
- $25,200 a year
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- 403(b) matching
- Disability insurance
Job Coach (Low Incidence and Autism) - Part-Time
Richmond Public Schools —Richmond, VA
- $17 an hour
- Part-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Current TB test
Economic Empowerment - ReR - AmeriCorps
International Rescue Committee —Richmond, VA
- $25,200 a year
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Google Workspace
- Office
- 403(b) matching
- Disability insurance
Richmond – Labor and Employment Associate
Hunton Andrews Kurth —Richmond, VA
- $310,000 - $435,000 a year
- Online Application
- Writing skills
- Analysis skills
- Senior level
Business Service Partner
Laine Federal Solutions —Richmond, VA
- Urgently hiring
- 11+ years
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Labor & Employment Associate Attorney
Chambliss, Bahner, Stophel, P.C —Richmond, VA
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 2 years
- Communication skills
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Employment Litigation Associate
Jackson Lewis —Richmond, VA
- $165,000 - $210,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Employment Litigation Associate - Richmond
Sands Anderson —Richmond, VA
- $140,000 - $180,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- 2 years
- Wellness program
- Health savings account
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Empowerment Coach

City of Richmond, VA -
Richmond, VA

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Job Details

Full-time
$47,507.20 - $88,940.80 a year
5 days ago

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement
Opportunities for advancement
Referral program

Qualifications

Foreign language proficiency
Establishing local partnerships in a community engagement role
Program design
Youth engagement programs
Job matching for clients
Client assessment in social work
Client relationship development
Employment counseling
Project management
Cultural competency
Direct support
Client referral services
Workforce development advising (career advising)
Client management
Assisting with internship placements
Financial goal setting advisory services
Building employer relationships
Developing new training programs
Working with families
Educational program planning
Individual case management in social services
Networking through strategic partnership building
Debt management
Social work care coordination
Strategic partnerships
Case plan creation in social work
Experience working with individuals from underserved communities
Referral coordination
Technical Proficiency
Provider communication in social service case management

Full Job Description

Are you Richmond R.E.A.D.Y? Respect. Equity. Accountability. Diversity…YOU!!!

This is an EXCITING time to Join the City of Richmond! We are committed to nurturing talent, fostering growth opportunities, and building strong connections within our workforce. As we continue to make strides to becoming the employer of choice, we are thrilled about the below employee benefit enhancements:

Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
Language Incentive
Referral Bonus
Tuition Assistance Program

Description

This position requires proficiency in both English and Spanish to effectively communicate with clients, community members, and other stakeholders.

Salary Range: $50,000 - $60,000 annually (dependent on experience and qualifications)

The Office of Community Wealth Building seeks to hire an Empowerment Coach. This pivotal role is responsible for supporting participants enrolled in workforce and economic mobility programming in achieving their career, education, and self-sufficiency goals through individualized coaching, workforce development services, and connections to community resources. While the position will primarily focus on serving young adults, particularly individuals ages 18–24, the role is designed to support adult participants across various stages of life and career development as program priorities and community needs evolve.

The Empowerment Coach works closely with participants to assess strengths, identify opportunities, develop individualized success plans, and connect individuals to employment, education, training, financial empowerment, and supportive services. The position serves as a trusted guide and advocate, helping participants navigate barriers to success while building the skills, confidence, and resilience necessary to achieve long-term personal and professional goals. Through participant engagement, resource coordination, case management, and collaboration with employers, training providers, and community partners, the Empowerment Coach contributes to the Office of Community Wealth Building's mission of advancing resilience, revitalization, and inclusive prosperity for Richmond residents. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to empowering individuals, fostering economic mobility, and promoting equitable outcomes through a person-centered and strengths-based approach.

Duties include but are not limited to

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Career Coaching & Development:

Provide one-on-one coaching to individuals, helping them set career goals, assess their strengths and areas for improvement, and develop personalized career plans.
Assist individuals in identifying transferable skills and creating strategies for entering new industries or advancing within their current field.
Offer guidance on job search strategies, interview preparation, and creating impactful resumes and cover letters.
Older Youth: Establishing and maintaining consistent, close relationships with other youth-serving community agencies and organizations.
Older Youth: Assisting in the development and distribution of educational and informational materials to increase individual, youth, family, and community awareness for youth between ages 18-24
Older Youth: Supporting youth in developing soft skills, such as leadership, time management, self-respect, communication, and socially acceptable behavior through one-on-one discussions, group activities, and pieces of training, workshops, or lessons

2. Skills Assessment & Gap Analysis:

Conduct skills assessments to help individuals identify current competencies and potential skill gaps to match them with opportunities that promote economic mobility.
Customize professional development programs to close skill gaps and ensure readiness for current and future job market demands.

3. Workplace Readiness & Training Facilitation:

Design and deliver workshops, webinars, or training sessions to enhance professional skills, such as communication, leadership, time management, and technical proficiency.
Collaborate with external training providers or educational institutions to offer targeted learning opportunities for skill enhancement.

4. Career Pathways Planning & Support:

Help individuals map out clear career pathways and connect them with opportunities for growth, including internships, apprenticeships, volunteer work, and entry-level jobs leading to long-term career advancement.
Provide guidance on professional development resources and support individuals through career transitions or upward mobility within organizations.

5. Youth Development & Engagement:

Support youth and young adults in identifying career interests and accessing job readiness programs, mentorships, internships, leadership development opportunities, and post-secondary pathways to promote economic mobility.
Collaborate with schools, youth organizations, and city departments to design developmentally appropriate interventions and engagement strategies to foster success.
Deliver workshops focused on leadership, goal setting, and financial empowerment for youth.

6. Financial Empowerment & Wealth Building:

Educate individuals and families on financial topics such as budgeting, credit building, savings, debt reduction, and long-term asset building.
Support financial literacy workshops in collaboration with banks, credit unions, and nonprofits.
Connect residents with programs supporting food justice, holistic health, entrepreneurship, homeownership, cooperative development, and access to capital.

7. Business & Employer Engagement:

Partner with local businesses to create equitable hiring pipelines, job placements, internships, and skills-based hiring initiatives.
Recruit employers and entrepreneurs to participate in inclusive economic development strategies within disinvested communities.
Facilitate forums and business roundtables to identify opportunities for job creation and local investment.

8. Tracking Progress & Program Evaluation:

Maintain accurate records and monitor client progress toward program goals using established systems.
Analyze data to ensure equity in outcomes and inform continuous improvement.

9. Advocacy, Policy, & Community Collaboration:

Serve as an advocate for individuals and families navigating systems (e.g., workforce, education, housing).
Collaborate with community-based organizations, nonprofits, educational institutions, and city agencies to align efforts and leverage shared resources.
Inform and support policy initiatives related to inclusive workforce and economic development.

10. Employer and Community Partnerships:

Develop and maintain relationships with employers to ensure alignment between the skills individuals possess and the skills employers seek.
Act as a liaison between community partners, educational institutions, and employers to ensure access to job opportunities, internships, and mentorship programs.
Facilitate networking opportunities that enable individuals to connect with key employers and industry leaders.

11. Tracking Progress and Performance Metrics:

Monitor and track the progress of individuals' career development, ensuring goals are met and adjusting strategies as needed.
Use data and analytics to assess program effectiveness and provide feedback for continuous improvement in professional growth initiatives.

12. Barrier Mitigation and Advocacy:

Identify common challenges faced by individuals in advancing their careers (e.g., lack of access to resources, discrimination, limited networks) and help them overcome these barriers.
Advocate for individuals within the community, supporting policies and practices that enhance career growth opportunities for underserved populations.

13. Continuous Improvement & Research:

Stay current on industry trends, best practices in professional development, and innovations in career coaching and growth.
Continuously improve facilitation techniques and tools based on emerging trends in job market needs and professional growth methodologies.

Qualifications, Special Certifications and Licenses

Minimum Qualifications:

5 years of experience in career development, youth development, workforce services, case management, or human services, with a proven ability to help individuals achieve personal and career growth.
Bachelor's degree in social work, Public Administration, Business, Education, Human Services, or related field
This position requires proficiency in both English and Spanish to effectively communicate with clients, community members, and other stakeholders.
An equivalent combination of education and experience (minimum of 5 years) may be considered.

Required Skills:

Youth Program Development: Experience designing or implementing youth programming (ages 14–24), including leadership development, internship coordination, or education-to-career pathways.
Direct Service & Client Navigation: Expertise in assessing client needs, creating personalized service plans, and coordinating referrals to wraparound services.
Financial Literacy & Economic Mobility: Working knowledge of budgeting, credit building, debt management, and asset-building services.
Strong Communication & Facilitation Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities to coach individuals, facilitate group training, and engage with employers, community organizations, and partners.
Partnership & Community Engagement: Proven ability to build relationships with employers, community organizations, and public institutions to support job placement, skills training, and collaborative service delivery.
Cultural Competency & Equity Focus: Demonstrated commitment to working with diverse populations, fostering inclusive opportunities, and applying cultural humility in all interactions.
Technology Proficiency: Familiarity with career development platforms, case management software, data tracking tools, and virtual learning technologies.
Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to assess individuals’ strengths, identify skills gaps, and create actionable plans for career and personal development.
Empathy & Active Listening: Strong capacity to relate to and understand individuals' challenges, providing tailored and compassionate guidance.
Project Management: Ability to manage multiple tasks, set priorities, meet deadlines, and ensure personalized service delivery.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in social work, Public Administration, Business, Education, Human Services, or related field.
Business or Employer Engagement Experience: Experience in business outreach, job development, or recruitment strategies that align with inclusive economic development.
Financial Coaching or Certification: Training or certification in financial literacy, credit counseling, or financial coaching (e.g., AFCPE, NFCC).
Youth Engagement & Development: Experience working with youth or young adults in educational, workforce, or mentoring settings; knowledge of trauma-informed and culturally responsive approaches.
Entrepreneurship or Small Business Knowledge: Understanding of small business ecosystems, technical assistance programs, or economic inclusion initiatives.
This position requires proficiency in both English and Spanish to effectively communicate with clients, community members, and other stakeholders
Workforce Development Certification: Credentialing such as the National Workforce Development Professional Certification (NWDP), Global Career Development Facilitator (GCDF), Certified Youth Services Consultant, or equivalent is highly desirable.

Certifications:

Professional certifications in career coaching, case management, or workforce development are strongly preferred.
Additional certifications in financial coaching, youth development, or training facilitation are a plus.

Americans with Disabilities Act Requirements

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS: Working conditions may include exposure to travel to other locations within the City of Richmond as well as outside of the City of Richmond; exposure to hazardous physical conditions such as mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, etc.; atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, and poor ventilation; inadequate lighting; intense noise; and environmental hazards such as disruptive people, imminent danger, and a threatening environment.

Physical Requirements and Working Environment: Due to the nature of work assignments, incumbents must be able to perform detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks, with frequent interruptions and under time constraint. The essential duties of this classification may require the ability to regularly talk, hear, and see; frequently reach and perform repetitive motions; and occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, and feel. The working conditions may not include environmental hazards. In terms of the physical strength to perform the essential duties, this classification is considered to be sedentary, exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects.

Internal use: HR Generalist to review.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The City of Richmond provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

The City of Richmond is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the City of Richmond will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If you require reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to participate in the job application and/or the interview process, please contact Veronica Kenner, by email at [email protected].

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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With over 4,000 employees, the City of Richmond is an "Employer of Choice" among cities throughout the nation. The City strives to hire and retain employees who bring dedication and talent to the workforce. Offering a competitive, cost effective, and quality benefits package is one element of an "Employer of Choice".

The City offers a full range of benefit programs from initial hire through retirement. Please visit our Web site for details.

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