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Xiente

Community nonprofit for family economic mobility

Economic Mobility Career Development Coordinator

Full-TimePosted on 10/21/2026
No salary listed
Junior
Bachelor's
Philadelphia, PA, USA
In PersonIn-person; local travel may be required for community events, employer meetings, job fairs, training programs, and participant activities.
Social & Community ServicesCase Management & Advocacy

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Education, Business Administration, Workforce Development, Counseling, or a related field is required; equivalent experience may be considered.
  • At least two years of experience in workforce development, career services, employment counseling, job placement, case management, talent development, or related human service fields.
  • Fluency in both English and Spanish, with the ability to communicate, coach, and provide services in both languages.
  • Knowledge of career development practices, workforce systems, employment resources, and job search strategies.
  • Experience working with individuals from diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and electronic data management systems.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
  • Strong coaching, mentoring, and motivational interviewing skills.
  • Ability to empower individuals from diverse backgrounds to achieve employment and career goals.
  • Strong public speaking and workshop facilitation abilities.
  • Strong problem-solving, critical-thinking, and decision-making skills.
  • Ability to build productive relationships with employers, participants, and community partners.
  • Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative team environment.
  • Commitment to promoting economic mobility, self-sufficiency, and participant success.
  • Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and cultural responsiveness.
  • Local travel may be required for community events, employer meetings, job fairs, training programs, and participant-related activities; occasional evening or weekend hours may be necessary.
Responsibilities
  • Provide individualized career coaching, employment counseling, and workforce development support.
  • Assist participants with career exploration, goal setting, and development of individualized employment and career advancement plans.
  • Conduct assessments to identify participant strengths, interests, skills, and employment barriers.
  • Use coaching and motivational interviewing techniques to support participant success and engagement.
  • Monitor participant progress and provide ongoing guidance to support job retention and career growth.
  • Facilitate job readiness workshops covering resume writing, interview preparation, workplace professionalism, communication skills, and effective job search strategies.
  • Support participants in identifying educational opportunities, vocational training programs, certifications, apprenticeships, and career advancement pathways.
  • Assist participants with job applications, resume submissions, interview scheduling, and employment preparation activities.
  • Prepare participants for successful entry and advancement within the workforce.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with local employers to identify employment opportunities and workforce needs.
  • Engage employers to create career opportunities for participants and support successful job placements.
  • Collaborate with educational institutions, workforce boards, training providers, community agencies, and other partners to expand participant opportunities.
  • Participate in employer engagement activities, networking events, and partnership-building initiatives.
  • Coordinate referrals to supportive services that address employment barriers, including transportation, childcare, housing assistance, healthcare resources, financial literacy programs, and public benefits.
  • Assist participants in accessing community resources that contribute to long-term employment success and economic stability.
  • Advocate for participants and guide them as they navigate workforce and educational systems.
  • Maintain accurate participant records, employment plans, case notes, assessments, and program documentation.
  • Track and document participant outcomes, including employment placements, job retention, educational attainment, and career advancement milestones.
  • Assist with data collection, reporting requirements, and outcome measurement activities.
  • Ensure compliance with agency policies, program guidelines, funding requirements, and confidentiality standards.
  • Enter participant information accurately into case management and data tracking systems.
  • Participate in outreach activities, job fairs, hiring events, recruitment efforts, workshops, and community engagement initiatives.
  • Promote program services within the community and support participant recruitment efforts.
  • Represent the organization professionally with external partners, employers, and community stakeholders.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience in workforce development, employment services, career coaching, adult education, economic mobility programs, or community-based organizations.
  • Experience facilitating workshops, training programs, or group presentations.
  • Knowledge of local labor market trends, employer engagement strategies, and workforce development initiatives.
  • Experience building partnerships with employers, educational institutions, and community organizations.

About the company

Xiente is a community development nonprofit that works with families in North Philadelphia to overcome poverty and build financial stability. Its programs connect early childhood education, youth career preparation, affordable housing, and financial coaching with access to community networks. The organization runs Spanish and English preschool programs and combines job training with mentoring and work experience for young people. It accepts charitable donations and works with community partners, while neighborhood residents serve on its staff, board, and advisory groups. Founded in 1982 by Puerto Rican women in the Norris Square neighborhood, Xiente is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Philadelphia, PA

Founded

1982

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