Financial Wellness Educator

Financial Wellness Educator

The Financial Wellness Educator is responsible for delivering financial literacy education, coaching, and resource navigation to recently arrived Afghan individuals and families. This role focuses on building financial capability, promoting economic self-sufficiency, and supporting long-term stability through education and culturally responsive guidance. Financial Wellness Educators work closely with Peer Support Specialists and other team members to integrate financial wellness into holistic support services.

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Financial Wellness Educator: $100,000.00

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Financial Wellness Educator Responsibilities Include:

• Deliver financial literacy workshops and one-on-one coaching sessions on topics such as budgeting, saving, banking, credit, debt management, and financial goal setting.
• Tailor financial education content to meet the cultural, linguistic, and contextual needs of Afghan refugee clients.
• Utilize provided financial wellness curriculum and materials, adapting as needed for accessibility and client engagement.
• Collaborate with Peer Support Specialists to integrate financial wellness activities into case plans and community outreach efforts.
• Support clients in accessing safe and appropriate financial products, including opening bank accounts and understanding digital banking tools.
• Track client progress toward financial goals and document outcomes in program data systems.
• Participate in education sessions with community partners, nonprofits, housing counselors, and employment support programs.
• Stay informed about public benefits and income-support programs (e.g., TANF, SNAP, SSI) and assist clients with accessing and navigating them as needed.
• Participate in team meetings, trainings, and continuous quality improvement efforts.
• Promote financial empowerment by building client confidence and supporting long-term behavior change.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Financial Wellness Educator Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities preferred:

• Experience working with refugees and immigrants preferred.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Proficient in basic math skills to assist clients in their financial wellness activities and classes, required.
• Background in financial education and wellness programs.
• Proficient in utilizing Outlook, Word, Teams, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication and program evaluation skills.
• Ability to travel between various local working locations.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation System Solutions (CNSS) is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government's mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNSS, visit cherokee-federal.com.

Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Keywords & Similar Job Titles:

• Financial Wellness, Financial Literacy, Financial Education
• Keywords: Financial Education, Client Support, Training, Financial Literacy

Legal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Please Note: This position is pending a contract award. If you are interested in a future with Cherokee Federal, APPLY TODAY! Although this is not an approved position, we are accepting applications for this future and anticipated need.