Join our well-established Gippsland Financial Counselling team as a Financial Wellness Worker

• Full time positions available (or part time by negotiation)
• Location: Inner and Outer Gippsland, with offices in Bairnsdale, Morwell, Wonthaggi and Warragul 
• SCHADS Level 4
• 12 Month positions
• Support to study in the field of Financial Literacy - completion of Financial Literacy Education (CHCSS00077)

Your role

Anglicare Victoria's 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, build financial wellbeing, capability and resilience.
• Support the recovery of Victorians impacted by disaster events.
• Facilitate referrals to other services and broader community support services to address client needs.
• To maintain contact with other service providers and agencies in order to promote integration of the service in the community and also to enable the development of best practice in the field. 

What you will bring

• Experience in a financial or welfare related field such as Banking, Financial Advice, Accounting, Social Worker, Welfare etc.

• Qualification, or ability to undertake Financial Literacy Education (CHCSS00077) 

• Demonstrated interpersonal, written, and verbal communication, negotiation and advocacy skills.

• An understanding of the impact of environmental factors affecting financial independence on individuals, families and communities.

• Comfortable in presenting to groups and creating a safe and respectful environment to support good outcomes.

• Demonstrated time management, organisation and planning skills.

• Good level of attention to detail and accuracy in recording information.

• Good level of financial literacy and understanding of basic budgeting principles.

• Excellent customer service skills.

• Willingness to undertake relevant education, training, reading, case reviews etc. to build knowledge and skills in the delivery of services.

• Ability to research in order to provide appropriate information to clients for connecting services.

• Basic understanding of the relevant legislation and regulations pertaining to financial issues, including sensitivity to issues of confidentiality, gender, cultural background, disability, age and sexuality, with a demonstrated willingness to ongoing learning. 

What you should know

• Anglicare Victoria is the largest provider of Financial Counselling services in Victoria. 
• 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.
• A leadership team that are passionate about achieving the best possible outcomes.

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 Wellness Worker PD FCOU E AW4 082022 V1.1.pdf

For further enquiries please contact Leonie Cooke; Leonie.Cooke@anglicarevic.org.au with the subject line: Financial Wellness Worker  position, or call 5135 9555. 

Applications Close: Sunday 8 November 2026

**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**

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.

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.