We are seeking a Financial Counsellor to join our Gippsland team, supporting those across the region experiencing financial hardship. 

• Full time or part time position/s available by negotiation
• SCHADS Level 5
• 12 Month contract to 30 November 2027
• Flexible Location - multiple sites across Gippsland, with some travel required. 

Every day, our Financial Counsellors make a tangible difference by supporting individuals and families facing hardship to navigate complex financial challenges, advocate for their rights, and create pathways towards a more secure future.

About the role

As a Financial Counsellor, you’ll work with clients facing complex financial hardship, providing advocacy, and holistic case work. You’ll empower people to overcome immediate challenges, negotiate with creditors and service providers, access critical supports, and build the confidence and capability needed to achieve long-term financial resilience.

This role is an opportunity for you to use your expertise to create meaningful, life-changing outcomes for people experiencing financial stress.

Role Requirements

• Diploma of Financial Counselling Qualification required.
• Membership to Financial Counselling Victoria
• An understanding of the impact of environmental factors impacting financial independence on individuals, families and communities.
• Well-developed verbal and written interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work independently and also as part of a team.
• Demonstrated resilience to work with and support clients who have been exposed to trauma.
• Experience in advocacy and negotiation.
• Highly developed skills to communicate, influence, advocate and negotiate for clients and promote
  financial wellbeing.

To Apply 

Complete an online application via the AV careers page, attaching two documents: a resume and a cover letter outlining your skills, experience and a short response addressing the Key Selection Criteria.

Position Description:  Financial Counsellor PD FCOU E AW5 022023 V1.2 (2).pdf

For further enquiries please contact Leonie Cooke; Leonie.Cooke@anglicarevic.org.au with the subject line: Financial Counselling position

Applications Close: Sunday November 29th 

**Please note that the team will be reviewing applications as they are received, and the position may close early if a suitable candidate is identified**

We encourage and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People. 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 or physical ability.