Financial Counsellor — Flexible, Remote Work (QLD)

UnitingCare Health Pty Ltd.; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 61,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

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Job summary

UnitingCare Queensland is seeking a Financial Counsellor to join our Financial Resilience and Wellbeing Service. This is a maximum-term, full-time role with potential for part-time arrangements, offering flexible work from any UnitingCare Community office across Queensland.

You will assess finances, negotiate with creditors, educate clients and engage with community services to improve financial wellbeing. A Diploma in Financial Counselling, FCQ membership eligibility, and a current driver’s

Qualifications

• A Diploma in Financial Counselling is essential.
• Demonstrate empathy, professionalism, and a non-judgmental approach in all interactions.
• Experience in building collaborative networks with health and community support providers is highly regarded.
• Eligibility for membership with Financial Counselling Queensland (FCQ).
• Current driver’s license and Working with Children Check (Blue Card) will be required.

Responsibilities

• Assess the financial situation of individuals and families experiencing difficulties; provide information on government assistance, negotiate with creditors, and assist in accessing community resources.
• Empower clients to manage their own finances and understand their rights and responsibilities.
• Advocate on behalf of clients to promote independence and self-sufficiency when needed.
• Engage proactively with community services to ensure inclusive access.
• Contribute to community education initiatives on financial wellbeing.

Skills

Empathy

Professionalism

Non-judgmental

Education

Diploma in Financial Counselling

Job description

UnitingCare Queensland is seeking a Financial Counsellor to join our Financial Resilience and Wellbeing Service. This is a maximum-term, full-time role with potential for part-time arrangements, offering flexible work from any UnitingCare Community office across Queensland.

You will assess finances, negotiate with creditors, educate clients and engage with community services to improve financial wellbeing. A Diploma in Financial Counselling, FCQ membership eligibility, and a current driver’s