About Anglicare NT

Anglicare NT is a respected provider of quality human services across urban, regional, and remote areas. Anglicare NT offers a range of career opportunities in the community and social services sector in a diverse range of fields such as children and youth, family relationships and counselling, refugee and migrant, corporate services, financial counselling, mental health, home care, social enterprises, and specialist homelessness services

Working with Anglicare NT, you will have access to:

• Further training and development options.
• Flexible working conditions; five (5) weeks annual leave.
• A strengths-based environment.

We also offer great salary packaging options that can significantly increase your take-home pay.

About the Opportunity

We’re seeking a Financial Counsellor (or Financial Counselling Worker currently completing their Diploma) to join our East Arnhem Money Support Hub in Nhulunbuy.

In this position, you will provide financial counselling, advocacy and practical support to individuals experiencing financial hardship, helping them regain control and build long-term financial wellbeing. The role includes regular travel to remote communities (approximately two weeks per month, with flexibility), offering variety and strong community connection.

Why Nhulunbuy?

Nhulunbuy offers an incredible lifestyle with access to pristine beaches, rich Aboriginal culture and a close-knit community - perfect for those seeking meaningful work and adventure

To support your move and lifestyle, fully furnished accommodation is available, and relocation assistance is provided to help you settle into the role and community.

About You

We’re open to candidates at different stages of their financial counselling career. You will bring:

• Diploma of Financial Counselling (or currently working towards)
• Experience in financial counselling, community services, or casework (highly regarded)
• Strong understanding of financial hardship and social disadvantage
• Ability to build trust and engage with diverse communities
• Well-developed communication and organisational skills
• A commitment to social justice and culturally respectful practice

Note: Appointment to this position is intended to constitute a special/equal opportunity measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth), section 57 of the Antidiscrimination Act 1996 (NT) and section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010.

Special Measures vacancies are open to everyone including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. However, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy.

As part of the recruitment process, please address the key selection criteria using the online application on the Anglicare NT website.

For further information on this exciting opportunity, please contact the Manager Financial Wellbeing Hub on 0432 199 886 or visit our careers page www.anglicare-nt.org.au/careers/

To request a full position description, please email our HR Team at [email protected] using the subject line: Financial Counsellor - Nhulunbuy enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Applications are being assessed on receipt, so speed is key! The sooner you apply the better!

Applications for this position may be closed earlier than anticipated or extended at the discretion of the hiring manager.

Please note: It is a requirement that prior to commencing in this role, you must provide 100 points of identification to confirm Australian citizenship or eligibility to work in Australia; possess a Working with Children (Ochre Card), a current National Criminal History Check (within 3 months) and a valid NT driver’s licence.

Unfortunately, we aren't in a position to sponsor candidate visas. If you don't have the independent right to work in the country you're applying for, we will not be able to progress your application

Experience of working closely with and having a strong understanding of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander culture would be considered an advantage.

Anglicare NT is a Child Safe, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

COVID-19 Vaccination Status

Anglicare NT is committed to providing a safe working environment and taking all reasonably practicable steps to ensure that its people and the community are protected against vaccine-preventable diseases. The Australian Immunisation Handbook lists the immunisations recommended for healthcare professionals. Aged Care Support workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice).

Anglicare NT staff who do NOT work directly with vulnerable people will not be required to provide evidence of COVID 19 vaccination.

A position description is attached.