Employment and Financial Empowerment Specialist

Job Details

Position

Employment and Financial Empowerment Specialist

Location

Calgary

Type

Salaried - 30 hours / week (includes comprehensive benefits and paid time off)

Salary

$43,200 - $46,400

Break Barriers. Employ Change.

At Prospect, we value the diversity of people. Diversity at Prospect means a workplace where individual differences are recognized and appreciated, respected, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s talents and strengths.

What We Are Seeking

When was the last time you worked at an organization with a real purpose? Not a slogan or a jingle. A purpose that actually made society better. Something that you could identify with from day one. Has it been a while? Never? Well, here’s where your luck changes.

What will you do?

• One-on-One Financial Coaching: This includes supporting participants to set personal financial goals, develop budgeting and money management skills, explore savings strategies, create plans for reducing debt, and use visual aids or simplified tools to support comprehension. Coaching is tailored to individual needs and delivered through trauma informed and client-centered approaches.
• Benefits Navigation for Persons with Disabilities: The Specialist provides step-by-step support for participants navigating financial benefits related to disability. This includes supporting access to the Disability Tax Credit, the Canada Disability Benefit, and the Registered Disability Savings Plan. The Specialist will also assist with benefit activation and continuity when personal or financial circumstances change.
• Financial Empowerment Group Sessions: The Specialist will deliver workshops for individuals identified as low income or experiencing financial stress. Sessions focus on financial planning, foundational budgeting concepts, and practical financial management tools
• Educating other Program Staff about the program
• Administrative work and meetings with Team Lead

What does it take to do this job?

• Completion of post-secondary education, Bachelors Degree or Diploma, preferably in a related field such as Human Services, Disability, or Financial Planning. A combination of education and equivalent professional experience will also be considered.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Minimum of one year experience working with people with disabilities.
• Advanced workshop facilitation skills to groups of varying sizes.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to facilitate and build relationships across diverse groups.
• Empathetic, enthusiastic, and driven to contribute to inclusive and creative environments.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively in team settings.

Further Notes

• All employees must pass a background check.
• All employees must be flexible to work on-site as well as remotely, based on position and program requirements.
• Prospect has a comprehensive onboarding program and supports professional development goals.

If you require an accommodation in order to participate in the application or selection process, please contact the HR/Recruitment department at View email address on ca.workus.org.

Prospect will consult with all applicants who request accommodation during the process to ensure that the accommodation provided takes into account any individual accessibility needs. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

Enthusiastic

Prospect approaches every opportunity with enthusiasm. We drive change with energy, optimism, and commitment. Anyone who walks through our doors can feel the positive energy.

Professional

In every facet of our work, our actions show a commitment to professional management and service delivery. Prospect is accountable, ethical, and honest.

Innovative

Prospect creates change by envisioning the end game and creating the means to realize it. We believe asking “why not?” aids progress. Solutions are created when we think beyond traditional boundaries.

Inclusive

Prospect is driven to achieve equal access for all to opportunities and resources. We strive to create a fair, healthy and high-performing environment where everyone is respected, encouraged, and motivated, and their contributions help Prospect attain its goals.

Collaborative

Prospect seeks different perspectives. All parties must be engaged, including for-profit, not-for-profit, funders and government. Only by understanding all points of view can we create inclusive workplaces.