• Bring your social work insight and skills to safeguarding First Nations elders and vulnerable people experiencing financial abuse
• Work in a trauma-informed, holistic way with individuals and their families to reduce harm/improve financial resilience
• Contribute your practice expertise to help grow colleagues and our service
• Network and advocate for systemic change on this issue
• Rewarding opportunity within a purpose-driven organisation committed to making an impact
• Enjoy a salary between $99K - $113K inclusive of leave loading, plus 11.5% super and other significant benefits
• 12 Month Contract Located In Alice Springs, with frequent travel to remote communities in the APY Lands

MoneyMob is committed to First Nations employment and a culturally competent workplace. Suitably qualified First Nations applicants are strongly encouraged to apply!

About Us

Are you searching for more than just a job? Picture yourself immersed in a work culture where every day brings meaningful connections and purposeful impact on a personal level. Picture being surrounded by passionate people who not only share your values but are dedicated advocates for a more inclusive and equitable society. With Money Mob you'll have the opportunity to directly touch the lives of those most in need, growing genuine connections, respect and capability. We're not just another workplace – we're a community where diversity is celebrated, where every voice is heard and valued.

Our clients are more than just clients; they're our partners, and we treat them with the utmost respect and equality. If you've been yearning for a role that offers diversity, growth, and professional enrichment, this is it. Here, you'll embark on a journey of continuous learning, where each interaction with our clients teaches us as much as we impart.

Laughter, camaraderie and support is woven into the fabric of our environment, even as we support our clients in facing some of life's toughest challenges . We're a team that looks out for one another, where transparency and openness flourish. And for those with a longing for the mix of open outback skies, and a vibrant buzzing community, the town of Alice awaits you, offering a remote lifestyle filled with discovery and ablaze with stars. Join us at the heart of Australia and be part of something special. If you're passionate about championing First Nations self-determination, embracing diversity, and empowering others, and being part of a close knit team who support each other, then come and join our team where we share one vision yet travel countless journeys.

We are seeking candidates who:

• Have maturity and life experience
• Value integrity and have a passion for First nations self-determination in Australia.
• Enjoy living in a small community in a remote location.
• Enjoy travelling more broadly to remote outback communities.
• Are open, transparent and inclusive.
• Are life-long learners and flexible and adaptable to their environment and their clients needs.
• Have clients' needs at the heart of their work.
• Want to work for a specialist organisation with a strong purpose

You’ll be motivated to contribute to our vision and growth by working with us in this new role. You’ll help us develop more integrated, insightful support for vulnerable clients. You’ll derive satisfaction from building relationships and seeing your colleagues and clients gain new skills, knowledge and strengths.

The successful applicant will have:

• Minimum undergraduate level qualifications in social work, behavioural sciences, counselling, family work, mediation or other relevant qualification
• At least three years post qualification experience case managing complex cases with vulnerable clients experiencing abuse (experience with First Nations people in a remote setting will be highly regarded)
• Demonstrated experience providing counselling/mediation and coaching using a trauma-informed approach in a variety of settings, for example individuals, couples, families, and groups.
• Experience in undertaking individual and systemic advocacy
• Previous experience in collaborating with, mentoring and supporting multidisciplinary colleagues to achieve positive outcomes and promote best practice
• Highly developed cross-cultural communication, time management, administration skills and detail orientation.

In your first six months, you’ll:

• Undertake cultural awareness training and induction
• Be introduced to and commence travel to APY Lands communities, one week on, one week off.
• Build awareness of and trust in this new role
• Meet, get to know and support clients with their needs
• Network and advocate with peers, relevant agencies and contacts.
• Ensure administration is maintained to a high standard

As a MoneyMob team member you'll enjoy:

• Attractive remuneration $99K - $113K (inclusive of leave loading - depending on qualifications and experience) PLUS super
• Remote salary sacrificing options
• Relocation assistance
• 6 weeks annual leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• $500 annual wellbeing payment
• 5 days mandated additional breaks (mini-breaks)
• Access to external professional supervision and a supportive culture that values continuous learning and improvement

What are the next steps?

If you're looking for a role with purpose - please:

• Carefully read and consider the Information for Applicants on our website
• Submit a cover Letter and response to the key selection criteria
• Provide contact details of two recent referees who have directly supervised you

To view the full position description please go to website : https://moneymob.org.au.

You will be welcomed into a friendly + passionate team.

To discuss the position, please contact Carolyn Cartwright - Managing Director - (08) 8953 2410.

PLEASE NOTE:

Remote work requires sound physical and psychological fitness due to the levels of intergenerational trauma carried by First Nations communities and the likelihood of staff exposure to acute or prolonged stress associated with community services roles in these environments. We do not recommend this work as suitable for candidates whose life experience includes significant personal loss, severe traumatic victimisation or serious mental illness.

Employment will be subject to a National Police Clearance, Working with Children Check, pre-employment medical check and psychological screening.