
Website New Economics for Women
Position Summary
The Homeownership Counselor works under the direct supervision of the Manager of Homeownership. This position is responsible for providing a full range of services including; foreclosure prevention counseling, financial education, and first-time homebuyer counseling, as well as, facilitating group education workshops and conducting individual one-on-one pre-purchase guidance. The Homeownership Counselor maintains a professional and effective relationship with clients and program stakeholders.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide pre-purchase and foreclosure prevention counseling to clients
- Speak to mortgage lenders as an advocate for borrowers
- Provide a complete financial assessment for clients using a budget, credit report and generating action plans
- Effectively maintain a pipeline of 50 clients or more
- Submit monthly contract goal reports to the Manager of the Homeownership Department
- Record and update client progress and outcomes on a web-based database
- Participate in first-time homebuyer fairs, panels, and community events
- Conduct follow-up calls to clients and one-on-one, face-to-face counseling services.
- Gather all necessary documents from clients to ensure accuracy and completeness
- Monitor hard copy client files to ensure compliance with Housing and Urban Development (HUD)standards
- Attend certified training to ensure compliance with funder and NEW requirements
- Outreach and promote programs to local organizations, schools, libraries, etc.
- Bring additional resources, such as lenders, real estate agents, etc. to the department
- Represent NEW and the Homeownership Department at appropriate outside meetings and events •
- Translate materials as needed
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications and Experience
- HUD Housing Counseling Certification (preferred)
- Neighborworks or NHNLA Certified in the following categories: Foreclosure Prevention Counseling, Pre-Purchase Counseling, Homebuyer Education
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to prioritize and work well under pressure
- Possess strong organizational skills
- Experience with Microsoft Office, internet, and database software programs
- Some physical demands to prepare for workshops – lift boxes with informational packages, supplies, etc…
Education
2 years of housing counseling experience, 2 years of experience in Mortgage Lending/Real Estate field, OR Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related to job description
Additional Requirements
- Must have a valid California Driver’s License, Liability Insurance, and an automobile in good working condition
- Fingerprinting and TB Clearance
- Flexible with working hours, including evenings and weekends
- Fluent in Spanish Required
To apply for this job please visit neweconomicsforwomen.org.