Economic Advancement Advocate

Salary Range: $48,838.09 To $52,000.00 Annually

Facing Forward to End Homelessness (Facing Forward) ends the cycle of homelessness for families and individuals by offering hope, help, and housing. Facing Forward utilizes a Housing First model which provides permanent supportive housing to chronically homeless individuals, families, and veterans. Under this model, we first ensure that clients have a safe stable home and assist clients as they empower themselves - leading a forward-facing life.

By providing permanent housing and a full array of services, including case management, referrals for substance abuse treatment, mental health support, education and job training, we give people who have experienced homelessness the tools they need to reclaim their lives.

Facing Forward is committed to empowering all individuals to envision a brighter future. We strive to ensure our approach reflects the unique paths that have led people to Facing Forward. We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where each member of Facing Forward is empowered to be themselves, share ideas, and contribute to the mission and vision of the organization.

We believe we are stronger together and seek to serve as a foundation in partnership with clients, staff, vendors, and community partners. In unity, we can work to prevent and end homelessness while guiding clients on their journey toward stability, health, and self-sufficiency.

The Economic Advancement Advocate (EAA) supports adults and program participants ages 18 and older in achieving financial stability, economic mobility, and long-term self-sufficiency. As part of the Family Empowerment Team (FET), the EAA provides individualized and group-based services focused on employment readiness, career advancement, financial literacy, education access, and workforce development.

Using a holistic, client-centered, and trauma-informed approach - the EAA works closely with participants to assess strengths, barriers, skills, interests, and career goals. The EAA assists clients with developing and implementing individualized economic advancement plans that support pathways to sustainable employment, increased earning potential, vocational training, apprenticeships, certifications, and higher education opportunities. They also help participants become empowered by providing guidance in resume development, interview preparation, job search strategies, digital literacy, workplace readiness, and financial capability.

This role collaborates with employers, workforce agencies, educational institutions, and community partners to create opportunities and address barriers to employment such as transportation, childcare, housing instability, technology access, and gaps in employment history.

This position requires strong relationship-building skills, flexibility, and the ability to engage participants from diverse backgrounds who may have experienced homelessness, trauma, unemployment, or systemic barriers to economic advancement. Some evenings and weekends may be required. Home visitations and other community destinations, and a vehicle are also required.

• Conduct participant assessments to identify strengths, barriers, interests, skills, and pathways toward financial self-sufficiency and career advancement.
• Develop individualized economic advancement and employment plans with participants and monitor progress toward established goals.
• Provide one‑on‑one coaching and support related to:
• Employment readiness
• Resume writing
• Professional communication
• Workplace expectations and retention
• Assist participants in identifying and applying for employment opportunities, including:
• Full‑time and part‑time employment
• Trade programs
• Vocational training
• Certification programs
• Transitional and career pathway opportunities
• Support participants in accessing education and…