Financial Counsellor (Part-Time)

About the role

A permanent, part-time (0.4 FTE, 15 hours per week, Monday and Tuesday) Financial Counsellor position based at the Busselton Community Resource Centre. The role helps clients experiencing financial hardship understand their financial situation, access support services and build financial resilience.

Key responsibilities

• Help clients understand their financial situation and access appropriate support services
• Support clients to make informed decisions and take action
• Advocate and negotiate with creditors on behalf of clients
• Provide information on debt management, credit regulations and consumer finance issues to the wider South West community
• Represent the program at external forums and build relationships with stakeholders

Required profile

• Diploma in Financial Counselling, or relevant community services experience with willingness to complete the diploma
• Eligibility for accredited membership with the Financial Counsellors Association of WA
• Current National Police Clearance; a police record is reviewed on an individual basis
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and in a team

Required skills

• High financial numeracy
• Client and stakeholder management, advocacy and negotiation
• Knowledge of credit procedures used by major utilities and debt recovery and income maintenance processes
• Cross-cultural ability, especially with Aboriginal people
• Computer skills (Office 365 and client management systems)

What we offer

• Pay of $91,084.50 per annum pro rata plus 12% superannuation
• Tax-free salary packaging of up to $15,900 per year
• Additional 3 days leave per year (pro rata)

To apply, submit a detailed resume and covering letter through the online application form. Applications are reviewed quickly and the vacancy closes once suitable candidates are found.