Thorne Harbour Health is currently seeking a suitably qualified and skilled financial counsellor, passionate about supporting the well-being of our LGBTIQ+ communities.

About us

Combining passion, commitment and activism, Thorne Harbour Health aims to improve the health and wellbeing of our LGBTIQ+ communities and of those living with or affected by HIV.

About the program/role

The Financial Counselling team at Thorne Harbour Health (THH) provides vital support to LGBTIQ+ communities experiencing financial hardship, housing insecurity, and economic inequality.

The Financial Counsellor will play a crucial role in delivering free, confidential, and non-judgmental financial support to LGBTIQ+ and HIV+ individuals facing financial hardship. While the primary focus is on rental and mortgage stress, the role also offers tailored financial advice, advocacy, and empowerment strategies to help clients manage debt and navigate financial challenges related to family violence and AOD issues.

To be considered for the role, candidates must hold the following qualifications:

• Diploma of Financial Counselling;
• Eligibility for membership with Financial Counselling Australia (FCA) or relevant state-based association.

For a detailed position description, including selection criteria, see attached or visit our website: thorneharbour.org/about/work.

For further enquiries please contact Lynda Horn, Senior Financial Counsellor on 0429 694 184 or [email protected]

We offer above award wages, generous salary packaging and leave entitlements, supervision, and a commitment to quality improvement and professional development.

Applicants from LGBTIQ+ communities including those living with HIV, those from CALD communities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people living with a disability are encouraged to apply.
Thorne Harbour Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

How to Apply

Written applications addressing the selection criteria and including a resume and the names and contact details of three professional referees should be sent to [email protected] using the subject line: Specialist Financial Counsellor enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Important: it is essential that applicants specifically address the selection criteria. Where selection criteria have not been addressed, applications will not be considered.

Thorne Harbour Health is committed to child safety. We have zero tolerance of child abuse. Our robust human resources, recruitment and vetting practices are strictly adhered to during the application and interviewing process. Applicants should be aware that we carry out working with children, police records and reference checks for all roles.

A position description is attached.