Financial Counsellor

1 week ago

Hervey Bay Fraser Coast, Australia Community Action Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

Our Vision is for a safe, inclusive and thriving community.

Community Action empowers people to live safe, fulfilling lives through high quality community-based services.

The purpose of the Financial Literacy & Resilience Program (FLARP) is to support people who are experiencing financial difficulties. The program has a focus on early intervention by encouraging and supporting clients to explore options for a financially viable future.  The program encourages self-reliance by providing appropriate support practices such as advocacy and referral to other support agencies.

The Position:

  • 3 days per week (22.5h) - work-life balance.
  • Contract to 30 September 2030 (with possibility of extension).
  • Social, Community, Home Care & Disability Services Award Award Level 5 with salary packaging, flexible working arrangements and purchased leave options. Long service leave accessible after 5 years.
  • Supportive team environment.
  • Immediate start.

The Financial Counsellor is responsible for:

  • Providing safe, inclusive, culturally appropriate, timely and accessible financial counselling and financial capability services to support people experiencing financial stress; and
  • Providing services that support the longer-term financial capability needs and build confidence and financial resilience of individuals, families and communities.

Selection Criteria:

Community Action requires an ethical and honest individual who is empathetic, community-oriented and client-focused.  Applicants are required to demonstrate their experience in writing in each of the following criteria with no more than 1 page per criteria.

  1. The applicant must hold the nationally recognised Diploma of Financial Counselling and hold membership with the Financial Counselling Association Qld (or ability to acquire same) or transfer membership to Qld if re-locating.
  2. Demonstrated empathy and understanding of clients facing financial hardship.
  3. Commitment to working within a social justice framework and understanding systemic disadvantage, poverty and inequality.
  4. Proven ability to work within a case management framework.
  5. High degree of communication skills, relationship building and networking skills combined with a significant ability to develop sound working partnerships with government, community organisations and stakeholders.
  6. Demonstrated capacity to work autonomously as well as in a team environment and to contribute effectively to achievement of overall team outcomes.
  7. Desirable, but not essential - Understanding of a trauma informed approach, and an understanding of family violence and economic abuse.

Mandatory:

  1. Current Blue Card for working with children or ability to acquire same.
  2. Current Driver's Licence.
  3. Eligibility to work in Australia.

An application package can be found at: 

Applications must include:

  • Copy of current Resume
  • A completed Application for Employment
  • Written response to the Selection Criteria

Applications that do not address the Selection Criteria will not be considered.

Please email applications to: 

APPLICATIONS CLOSE:  Wednesday, 17th September 2025.

  • Family Counsellor

    1 week ago

    Hervey Bay & Fraser Coast, Australia UnitingCare Community Full time $100,000 - $150,000 per year

    Family Counsellor | Family and Relationship Service | GympieEmployment Term: Permanent full-timeLocation: GympieRemuneration: $100k + Super + NFP salary packaging of up to $15,900 and $2,650 for meals and entertainmentMake a meaningful difference with UnitingCareAt UnitingCare we are leaders in crisis response, the protection of vulnerable people and...

  • Financial Counsellor

    1 week ago

    Sunshine Coast, Australia UnitingCare Community Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

    Financial Counsellor | Financial Resilience and Wellbeing Services | Sunshine CoastEmployment Term: Full-time, maximum term contract until 30 June 2027Location: MaroochydoreRemuneration: From $100k + Super + 15,900 and $2,650 for meals & entertainmentMake a meaningful difference with UnitingCareAt UnitingCare we are leaders in crisis response, the...

  • Financial Capability Worker

    1 week ago

    Hervey Bay, Australia EACH Full time $70,000 - $85,000 per year

    Company DescriptionFor over 50 years, Each has stood beside individuals and communities, helping people live healthier, more fulfilling lives.We put people at the heart of everything we do, surrounding them with a network of care and support that empowers individuals to thrive.Join us and be part of a team that delivers Altogether Better Care—because when...

  • Financial Counsellor

    1 week ago

    South West Coast VIC, Australia Envisage HR Solutions Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    Financial CounsellorSupport women experiencing family violence through trauma-informed financial counselling and advocacyDeepen professional expertise and influence systemic change by engaging in policy advocacy, community education and sector networksFixed-term contract until June 2028This role delivers comprehensive financial counselling and advocacy to...

  • Counsellor

    1 week ago

    Sunshine Coast, Australia UnitingCare Community Full time $90,000 - $105,000 per year

    Counsellor | Community Mental Health Service | Maroochydore - Sunshine CoastEmployment Term: Permanent, Full-Time (76 hours per fortnight)Location: Maroochydore - Sunshine CoastRemuneration: $51 p/hr + Super + NFP Salary Packaging (save tax and increase your take home pay)Make a meaningful difference with UnitingCare QueenslandAt UnitingCare we are leaders...

  • Sexual Abuse Counsellor

    1 week ago

    Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia UnitingCare Queensland Full time $80,000 - $100,000 per year

    Counsellor | Healing, Opportunity, Prevention, Education Sexual Abuse Service (HOPES)| SouthportEmployment Term: Permanent Full-Time (76 hours per fortnight). Part-time hours (a minimum of 60.8 hours per fortnight) can be negotiated for the right candidate.Location: SouthportRemuneration: $51 p/hr + Super + NFP Salary Packaging (save tax and increase your...

  • Child and Family Counsellor

    1 week ago

    Sunshine Coast, Australia UnitingCare Community Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

    Child and Family Counsellor | Early Intervention Specialist Service | Maroochydore/Sunshine CoastEmployment Term: Maximum Term to December 2026, Part-Time (53.2 hours p/f, 7 days per week)Location: MaroochydoreRemuneration: $51 p/hr + Super + NFP Salary Packaging (save tax and increase your take home pay)Make a meaningful difference with UnitingCare...

  • Cclhd- Aboriginal Counsellor- New Street

    2 weeks ago

    Central Coast, Australia Central Coast Local Health District Full time

    **Employment Type**: Permanent Full Time **Position Classification**: Health Clinician Level 4 **Remuneration**: Depending upon qualification **Hours Per Week**: 38 **Location**: Central Coast **Requisition ID**: REQ582720 **Applications Close**: Sunday 07 September at 11:59pm 2025 **Applicants for this position must be of Aboriginal descent through...

  • CCLHD - Aboriginal Counsellor - New Street

    3 days ago

    Central Coast NSW, Australia NSW Health Full time $60,000 - $120,000 per year

    Employment Type: Permanent Full TimePosition Classification: Health Clinician Level 4Remuneration: Depending upon qualificationHours Per Week: 38Location: Central CoastRequisition ID: REQ606614Applications Close: Sunday, 9th November 2025 at 11:59 pmApplicants for this position must be of Aboriginal descent through parentage, identify as being Aboriginal and...

  • CCLHD - Aboriginal Counsellor - New Street

    2 weeks ago

    Central Coast, New South Wales, Australia Central Coast Local Health District Full time $80,000 - $100,000 per year

    Employment Type:Permanent Full TimePosition Classification:Health Clinician Level 4Remuneration:Depending upon qualificationHours Per Week:38Location:Central CoastRequisition ID:REQ606614Applications Close:Sunday, 26th October 2025 at 11:59 pmApplicants for this position must be of Aboriginal descent through parentage, identify as being Aboriginal and be...