Counsellor Volunteer Roles
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finEQUITY
We support the upward mobility of justice impacted individuals by providing access to a suite of no-cost financial empowerment services.
Community members returning home from prison face a proliferation of credit, income, and capital challenges that deepen poverty and stifle opportunities for economic and social mobility. Prison stays preclude community members from advancing their financial histories while incarcerated and contribute directly to the build-up of negative wealth assets (e.g. high levels of debt, tarnished or invisible credit scores). Families with formerly incarcerated heads of households hold an average of $13K in criminal court-related debt, and 30% of those returning home from prison have no credit score whatsoever. As a result, formerly incarcerated community members and their loved ones face great difficulties accessing life-building assets, including safe and secure housing, reliable transportation, affordable phone and utility plans, and non-predatory financial services. This, in turn, threatens the ability of those coming home to remain in their community and furthers cycles of generational poverty for families impacted by incarceration.
finEQUITY offers a suite of no-cost, on-demand financial capability services to address the most common shared financial challenges experienced by community members after their release from a jail or prison facility. In 2022, we began offering a no-cost, no-consequence micro-loan that enabled formerly incarcerated community members to establish a credit score. We piloted a more holistic program in mid-2023; via a web-based app, we help formerly incarcerated individuals get matched to a no-cost, low-risk opportunity to establish or build credit. They can also get support for debt, car-buying and /or banking needs. We also now allow same-day access to a volunteer empowerment coach on demand for justice imapcted community members. Participants can earn nominal cash rewards or debt relief for their completed financial milestones.
Financial Coach
Volunteer Role Description (remote)
This is a remote lead volunteer opportunity for an individual with general knowledge in a few of the personal finance areas listed below.
About Us: We are a nonprofit startup with a mission to build tech-enabled tools that promote financial empowerment. finEQUITY’s goal is to accelerate the prison-to-prosperity pipeline and seeks to address the financial toll that incarceration has on (limited income) families by helping those impacted by incarceration fill financial voids, establish financial histories, and access anti-usury financial services.
Your Role
- Respond to on-demand coaching support requests from members
- Answer specific questions our members have regarding their unique financial goals and challenges.
- Assist our members in assessing and resolving current financial challenges
- Guide our members to make informed decisions that optimize their financial security.
Qualifications (Required):
- Previous experience as a financial coach, counselor, advisor, or other role supporting people on their financial health journey
- General knowledge in personal finance concepts, including at least a few of the following topics: 1) apartment costs, 2) homeownership, 3) credit building providers and strategies, 4) credit cards, 5) auto loans, 6) budgeting, 7) financial planning, 8) debt management, and 9) interpreting credit reports.
- Good listener and self-starter with ability to work with minimal hands-on direction.
- Experience and/or comfortability with Slack or similar instant messaging platform.
- Availability: You must have the capacity to volunteer at least three to 8 hours a week.
Preferred:
- Familiarity with and ability to demonstrate the use of tech-based/web-based financial wellness tools such as the creation of online budgets and debt reduction plans
Weekly Time Commitment
7-9 hours per week
Duration of Volunteer Role (remote)
3-5 months
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Actively Interviewing
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We are seeking Trustees to join our Trustee Board who wish to make a positive difference to the health and well being of women in the Borough. Successful applicants will contribute to the overall strategy of the charity and oversee its governance, to ensure it is well managed and administered with resources being used appropriately.
Registered Charity
1 - 5
Our aim is to provide counselling and therapy for women of all backgrounds in and around Kingston Upon Thames in a warm, safe and caring environment
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Vacancy: Chair of Trustees for Anawim
Are you passionate about issues affecting women and want to work to make a real difference to the community? Anawim – Birmingham’s Centre for Women - is looking for an inspiring and dynamic individual to join us as the Chair of Trustees.
About Anawim:
Anawim is a Birmingham charity committed to working with and for women. We offer gender-responsive and trauma-informed support, to enable women to reach their potential. We do this through wraparound services including long-term specialist provisions alongside other practical resources, both in the community and in prison. Our vision is for a world where women and girls are safe, free, valued, and empowered members of society. We are based in a diverse area and seek to represent the women we work with.
Role: Chair of Trustees
As the Chair of Trustees, you will be pivotal in guiding Anawim’s strategic direction and ensuring we achieve our goals. You will lead our Board of Trustees, working closely with the Chief Executive Officer and the senior leadership team to provide strong governance, oversight, and support.
Key Responsibilities:
· Lead and inspire the Board of Trustees to fulfil its governance responsibilities.
· Ensure the charity is compliant with all legal and regulatory requirements.
· Support the CEO and senior management in delivering Anawim’s strategic objectives.
· Foster a collaborative and inclusive board culture.
· Act as an ambassador for Anawim, promoting our work and expanding our network of supporters and partners.
· Oversee the financial health and sustainability of the organisation.
What We Are Looking For:
· Proven experience in a leadership role, ideally within the charitable or public sector.
· Strong understanding of governance, finance, and strategic planning.
· Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
· Passion for women’s rights and social justice.
· Ability to commit time to attend board meetings and events and provide guidance as needed.
Why Join Anawim?
· Be part of a transformative organisation that makes a real impact in women's lives.
· Work with a dedicated and passionate team of staff and volunteers.
· Lead an organisation with a strong reputation and a supportive community.
· Develop and share your expertise while contributing to meaningful change.
Registered Charity
51 - 100
A world where women are safe, free, valued and equal members of society.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Vacancy - Trustee
Are you passionate about issues affecting women and want to work to make a real difference to the community?
Anawim – Birmingham’s Centre for Women – is looking for an inspiring and dynamic individual to join our board of Trustees.
Anawim is a Birmingham charity committed to working with and for women.
We offer gender responsive and trauma-informed support, to enable women to reach their potential. We do this through wraparound services including long-term specialist provisions alongside other practical resources, both in the community and in prison.
Our vision is for a world where women and girls are safe, free, valued, and empowered members of society.
We are based in a diverse area and seek to represent the women we work with, so we particularly welcome applicants from the Global majority.
Role: Trustees are pivotal in guiding Anawim’s strategic direction and ensuring we achieve our goals. You will provide strong governance, oversight, and support to the senior leaders.
Key Responsibilities:
• Ensure the charity is compliant with all legal and regulatory requirements.
• Support the CEO and senior management in delivering Anawim’s strategic objectives.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive board culture.
• Act as an ambassador for Anawim, promoting our work and expanding our network of supporters and partners.
• Oversee the financial health and sustainability of the organisation.
What We Are Looking For:
• Understanding of governance, finance, and strategic planning.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for women’s rights and social justice.
• Ability to commit time to read papers in advance, attend board meetings and events and provide guidance as needed.
Why Join Anawim?
• Be part of a transformative organisation that makes a real impact in women's lives.
• Work with a dedicated and passionate team of staff and volunteers.
• Support an organisation with a strong reputation and a supportive community.
• Develop and share your expertise while contributing to meaningful change.
We would love to hear from you if you are ready to make a difference.
How to Apply:
Please email joy doal@ anawim .co .uk If you would like to visit and have an informal chat, or send your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to recruitment @ anawim .co . uk.
Join us at Anawim and help us continue to provide hope, support, and opportunities for women, and to advocate for them, in Birmingham and beyond.
Anawim is committed to promoting equality and diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community, particularly those from underrepresented groups. We believe in the power of diverse perspectives and lived experience and strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. For more information about Anawim, please visit our website.
The board meets quarterly, sometimes hybrid but preferably in person.
The position is voluntary, out of pocket expenses can be covered.
Registered Charity
51 - 100
A world where women are safe, free, valued and equal members of society.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.