Financial Counsellor – Rockhampton (Relocation Assist)

UnitingCare Community; Sydney; On-site; AUD 61,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

NFP Salary Packaging: up to $15,900 +

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Recognition and rewards platform

12 weeks paid parental leave

Diversity and inclusive leave

Career development opportunities

Positive and inclusive team

Relocation allowance up to $5,000

Job summary

UnitingCare Community invites applications for a Financial Counsellor to join the Financial Resilience and Wellbeing Service in Rockhampton. The role offers a relocation opportunity with up to $5,000 relocation assistance for eligible candidates, and a remuneration of $53.43 per hour plus super.

The position is a maximum-term full-time role (38 hours per week) ending 30 June 2027, with a strong focus on empowering clients and building community links to support financial wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Financial Counselling is essential.
• Completion of, or current enrolment in, the Problem Gambling Skill Set (CHCSS00111).
• Eligibility for membership with Financial Counselling Queensland (FCQ).
• Working with Children Check (Blue Card) required.

Responsibilities

• Assess the financial situation of individuals and families, provide information on government assistance, negotiate repayment with creditors, and help access community resources.
• Empower clients to manage their finances and understand their rights and responsibilities.
• Advocate on behalf of clients to support independence and self-sufficiency.
• Engage with community services to reach hard-to-reach individuals and promote financial wellbeing.
• Contribute to community education initiatives on financial wellbeing.

Education

Diploma in Financial Counselling

Problem Gambling Skill Set (CHCSS00111)

FCQ membership eligibility

Blue Card / Working with Children Check

Job description

UnitingCare Community invites applications for a Financial Counsellor to join the Financial Resilience and Wellbeing Service in Rockhampton. The role offers a relocation opportunity with up to $5,000 relocation assistance for eligible candidates, and a remuneration of $53.43 per hour plus super.

The position is a maximum-term full-time role (38 hours per week) ending 30 June 2027, with a strong focus on empowering clients and building community links to support financial wellbeing.