• One Full time or two part time positions available by negotiation; ongoing roles 
• Located at our Preston office
• SCHADS Level 5, with salary packaging available

About Us:

At Anglicare Victoria our focus is on transforming the futures of children and young people, families and adults. Our work is based on three guiding pillars, Prevent, Protect, Empower. We offer a comprehensive network of services and seek to ensure the provision of high quality services that will bring about significant improvements in the life experience of the young people, children and families/caregivers with whom we work.

The Position: 

Anglicare Victoria's North Eastern Financial Counselling Program aims to:

• Deliver high quality Financial Counselling through the provision of information, advice, practical assistance and advocacy intended to stabilise and improve the client's financial situation.
• Support clients to navigate financial crisis and to build financial wellbeing, capability and resilience. 
• Facilitate referrals to other services and broader community support services to address client needs.
• Participation in individual and peer supervision. 

To Be Successful in this Position You Will Need:

• A Diploma of Community Services – Financial Counselling and hold membership of Financial Counselling Victoria (FCVic).
• An understanding of the impact of environmental factors affecting financial independence on individuals, families and communities.  Experience in working with clients who have experienced family violence would be highly desirable.
• Well-developed verbal and written interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated time management and organisational skills and the ability to work effectively and cooperatively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Demonstrated resilience to work with and support clients who have been exposed to trauma.

What you should know:

• Salary is in line with Level 5 SCHCADS.
• This is around $94,000 plus super (this will increase soon in line with the award).
• Office location is at our Preston office.  
• The role is a stand-alone position and therefore would suit an experienced Financial Counsellor or two staff working part-time.
• The position is in a partnership with Uniting and Banyule Community Health to provide financial counselling to residents in the North Eastern Melbourne area. 
• Anglicare Victoria is a large organisation that supports career progression and growth.
• Access to discounted health insurance, free Employee Assistance, Salary Packaging and a range of other employment benefits. supporting your physical and mental health.
• Professional development, training, support and a culture of inclusivity and resilience across Anglicare Victoria.
• A leadership team that is passionate about achieving the best possible outcomes for children, young people and families.

Ready to take the next step?

Please download and review a detailed Position Description here: Financial Counsellor PD.

To apply for this position you will need to complete the online application. You will be requested to attach your resume and a cover letter outlining your skills and experience and how they relate to the role. 

For further enquiries contact Jan Pfeiffer, Program Manager on 0408 053 196.

If we receive suitable applications earlier than the closing date, we may interview sooner so please do not delay your application.

Please Note: It is mandatory for the successful applicant to hold a current Working with Children Check and be prepared to undergo a National Criminal History Check prior to commencement. 

Anglicare Victoria acknowledges Aboriginal people as the traditional custodians of the land on which we operate. We commit to working respectfully to honour their ongoing cultural and spiritual connections to this country.

Diversity and inclusivity are important to Anglicare Victoria and we are committed to ensuring our workplace and services reflect this.  Everyone is welcome at Anglicare Victoria, regardless of age, ethnicity, cultural background, gender, sexual orientation, religious affiliation and physical ability.