Financial Counsellor

2 weeks ago


North Lismore, New South Wales, Australia Northern Rivers Community Gateway Full time

**PPT - 35 hours per week, based in Lismore**:

- **SCHADS level 4 + Super + Bonus leave + Generous salary packaging options**:

- ** Collaborative and supportive team culture, professional development opportunities and EAP**

**The role**

As a Financial Counsellor at Community Gateway, you will work within a collaborative team, providing high quality, person-centred financial counselling services to individuals experiencing financial difficulties.

You'll play a key role in empowering consumers to manage their finances, alleviating the impact of credit over-commitment, and providing public education on personal finance management.

A fantastic opportunity to work for an organisation with nearly 50 years of experience in Lismore as a provider of welfare and community capacity building programs and services.

**Selection Criteria**:

- Diploma of Financial Counselling and relevant work experience.
- Knowledge of state and federal credit and debt legislation.
- Experience working with disadvantaged individuals and those in financial crisis.
- Strong service delivery skills, including assessment, counselling, and advocacy.
- Community development experience and strong computer skills.
- Understanding of working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in a culturally appropriate way.

**Additional Requirements**:

- Accreditation (or eligibility) with the Financial Counselling Association of NSW (FCAN).
- Current NSW driver's license.
- National Criminal History Records check.

**Why Join Us?**

At Northern Rivers Community Gateway, you'll work in a supportive environment dedicated to making a positive social impact. We promote diversity and inclusion, and we're committed to helping our employees grow professionally. Our team culture is positive, cohesive, and collaborative, where you'll feel supported and valued as you contribute to meaningful change in the community.

**How To Apply**

You will be able to download a copy of the Position Description after uploading your resume.

Please also include one page cover letter outlining how you meet the selection criteria. **Only applicants who address the selection criteria will be considered.**

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