Financial Counsellor
Job No:
JA856
Location:
Hackham SA
Financial Counsellor
Part-Time (0.6 FTE) Fixed-term contract until 30 September 2030
Social & Community Services Employee - Level 5
About Us:
We are a growing and innovative social enterprise supporting around 10,000 South Australians each year through housing and community services. Seeking opportunities to build positive pathways and connected thriving communities, we are one of few South Australian organisations offering an integrated model of housing and support. Together, we are committed to effecting long-term positive change for those we work with and the communities we work in.
Together, we are improving lives and building strong, resilient, and connected communities.
Meet some of our amazing staff here!
The Opportunity:
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on people's financial well-being? Here's your chance to join the Community Connections team as a Financial Counsellor based at our Hackham Office.
In this role, you will provide professional financial counselling services - whether face-to-face, in a group setting, over the phone, or online, to support clients in addressing financial concerns and improving their financial capability. You will conduct comprehensive assessments of clients’ financial situations, offer tailored information and options to support informed decision-making, and deliver budget training to strengthen financial literacy. Working closely with clients to set achievable financial goals and advocating with creditors on their behalf, you will play a vital role in helping individuals build the skills and resources needed for self-direction, lead fulfilling lives, and connect with opportunities that enable them to thrive.
Join our team and be part of Junction’s rewarding journey to empower individuals, strengthen communities, and promote financial wellbeing.
About you:
We’re looking for a passionate team member who:
- Has experience in financial counselling roles
- Possesses strong communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, and negotiation skills
- Has knowledge of, and respect, for cultural and lifestyle differences
- Has the ability to manage workload, prioritise tasks, use initiative, and work independently and as part of a team
- Holds a Diploma of Financial Counselling
- Holds a membership or be eligible to become a member of the South Australian Financial Counselling Association (SAFCA)
What We Offer:
- Values-driven culture
- Generous salary sacrifice benefits
- Great professional development opportunities
- A You are Amazing Day – an extra paid day of leave to spend however you want
- A supportive, flexible work environment with paid parental leave and a strong focus on staff wellbeing
- A NAIDOC Day - an extra day of paid leave to attend NAIDOC celebrations
- Access to wholesale prices on selected products at Harvey Norman
- Access To Corporate Health Insurance and Annual Flu Vaccinations
You Will Need To:
- Complete our online application process
- Hold or be willing to obtain a current Working with Children Check
- Hold or be willing to obtain a current Child Safe Environments Certificate
- Hold a current unencumbered Australian driver’s license and be willing to travel as required
- Undergo pre-employment testing as part of the recruitment process
How to Apply
To apply for this role, please fill out the questions below. You'll be asked to add your resume and cover letter on the following page. Please make sure you have this ready before you apply. Please also upload copies of relevant qualifications and certifications.
Applications Close: Sunday, 2 November 2025.
Position Description available by Clicking Here or for further confidential inquiries contact Sally McLaren, Group Leader Community Connections on 08 8392 3083.
Junction is an equal opportunity employer that embraces a culture of diversity. We encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, people with disability, and people from every culture, gender and sexuality identity, age and ethnic background. Junction is committed to being a Child Safe organisation and has zero tolerance for child and family abuse.
