Financial Capability Worker

Uniting Limited; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 44,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Early Learning discount

Parental leave

EAP counselling

Training & development

Op Shops discount

Job summary

Uniting is seeking a Financial Capability Worker in Broadmeadows, Victoria. You will help individuals and families experiencing financial hardship by delivering financial literacy education, one-on-one support and practical coaching to improve budgeting and money management for lasting financial stability.

The role is part-time (60.8 hours per fortnight) with a maximum term through 30 September 2027, based in Broadmeadows, Australia. SCHADS Level 4 + super.

Qualifications

• Desirable: Certificate IV in Community Service Work or equivalent.
• Desirable: Diploma of Financial Counselling in progress.
• Demonstrated ability to set priorities, meet deadlines and work with minimal supervision.
• Strong problem solving and feedback management.
• Well-developed time management, planning and organisational skills.
• Knowledge of community services and financial supports available to consumers.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial literacy education and one-on-one support.
• Offer practical coaching to develop budgeting and money management skills.
• Help consumers make informed financial decisions and achieve long-term stability.

Skills

Set priorities

Meet deadlines

Work with minimal supervision

Problem solving

Feedback management

Time management

Planning

Organisational skills

Knowledge of community services

Education

Certificate IV in Community Service Work

Currently studying Diploma of Financial Counselling

Diploma of Financial Counselling (desirable)

Job description

• Access salary packaging to increase take-home pay
• Part-time (60.8 hours per fortnight), Maximum term role until 30/09/2027
• Based in Broadmeadows

Your new role

As a Financial Capability Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals and families experiencing financial hardship to build the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to manage their finances effectively and independently.

In this role, you will provide financial literacy education, one-on-one support and practical coaching to help consumers develop budgeting and money management skills, make informed financial decisions and achieve greater long-term financial stability.

Benefits of working at Uniting

Our work isn’t easy, but it matters. Work with people who care as much as you.

In addition to your hourly rate (SCHADS Level 4) + super, you can access the following.

• Access salary packaging to increase take-home pay.
• Enjoy a 10% discount at Uniting Early Learning
• Up to 10 weeks paid parental leave for primary caregivers (4 for secondary).
• Free counselling with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Access training and development opportunities to help you grow.
• Enjoy 25% off at Uniting Op Shops.

Your skills and experience

• A minimum of a Certificate IV in Community Service Work, or equivalent (desirable)
• Financial Literacy Education skillset (desirable)
• Currently studying Diploma of Financial Counselling (desirable)
• Demonstrated ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, work with minimal supervision
• Ability to problem solve and effectively manage feedback
• Knowledge of community services and financial supports available to consumers
• Well-developed time management, planning, and organisational skills

View the position descriptionhere

For any questions, reach out to Rob Roles at [e-mail]

About Uniting

At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. We have a 5,000 strong workforce of employees and volunteers who deliver a diverse range of services across Victoria and Tasmania.

Visit us: www.vt.uniting.org

Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.

Through the recruitment process, we will ask you for personal information. Disclosure is optional, however, it can help us support you better. We invite you to tell us if you identify as Aboriginal, a person with disability, from a diverse background or LGBT+. You will be given an opportunity in the application form to request additional support. We welcome the opportunity to discuss how we can support you.