Financial Counsellor

11 hours ago

North Parramatta, New South Wales, Australia Western Sydney Local Health District Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year
  • Provide vital financial counselling to culturally diverse communities.
  • Support CALD clients with debt management and financial education.
  • Join a statewide service delivering culturally responsive care.

Help CALD communities tackle gambling harm, provide financial support, and work independently in a diverse team. Make a real impact. Apply Now

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (Up to 30/06/2026)

Position Classification: Counsellor Level 1 / 2, Psychologist, Social Worker Level 1 / 2

Remuneration: Dependent on Qualifications

Hours Per Week: 32 (Job Share will be considered for part-time hours)

Location: Cumberland Hospital, North Parramatta

Where you'll be working

Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) offers extensive healthcare services across Western Sydney. Join a team dedicated to:

  • Providing primary and secondary care to Auburn, Blacktown, and surrounding LGAs.
  • Delivering tertiary care to the Greater Western Region.
  • Committed to "better health services" for all.
  • Upholding values of collaboration, respect, and empowerment.
  • Embracing a vision of innovation and quality in healthcare.

GambleAware Multicultural Service is funded to provide services across NSW however this role is based at Cumberland Hospital in North Parramatta, the largest mental health facility in NSW and the oldest in Australia.

You will also benefit from:

  • Free onsite parking / easy access to public transport with a Light Rail stop now at Cumberland.
  • Generous leave conditions as per NSW Health (State) awards including monthly paid ADO (full time staff only)
  • Salary Packaging & Meal Entertainment - lowers your taxable income and increases your take-home pay. (Applicable for eligible employees)
  • Access to EAP and Fitness Passport.
  • Recognition of prior relevant service may be considered toward commencing salary

What you'll be doing

The GambleAware Multicultural Service seeks a skilled Financial Counsellor to support culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities in NSW affected by gambling-related harm. Responsibilities will include:

  • Providing financial counselling, advocacy, and budgeting support to CALD clients.
  • Delivering culturally responsive counselling via face-to-face, phone, and online services.
  • Developing and implement financial management education for CALD communities.
  • Collaborating with service providers and advocate with financial institutions.
  • Working independently, requiring FCAN registration and experience in financial counselling.

How to Apply

Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

Essential Criteria:

  • Qualification: Degree qualification in Counselling, Psychology or Social work in addition to a diploma of Financial Counselling.
  • Registration: Current membership with FCAN

Selection Criteria:

  • Demonstrated experience and theoretical knowledge of working as a financial counsellor, in a variety of settings, for example individuals, couples, families and groups impacted by addiction.
  • Knowledge and application of legislation and regulations relating to gambling and debt recovery and a wide range of networks and services to assist individuals and families with health and welfare concerns.
  • Demonstrated experience in working with clients in another language and/or with an interpreter and sensitivity to the needs of people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds.

Requisition ID: REQ607673

Applications Close: 16th October 2025

Need more information?

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  • Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.
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People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.

Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Please note: A person who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa or a period not shorter than the duration of the advertised position.

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