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Caseworker, Financial Capability - Financial Foundations - Alice Springs

MoneyMob Talkabout Limited
  • Exciting new opportunity within a purpose-driven organisation committed to making an impact
  • Tackle financial exclusion and poverty head on by ensuring clients have ID, are receiving payments and learning basic money management skills
  • Undertake assertive outreach to First Nations clients in their homes and community locations, working in a trauma-informed, culturally sensitive way
  • Collaborate with schools and other agencies to deliver flexible, engaging community education to students and groups of adults.
  • Enjoy a salary between $99,343K - $103,839K inclusive of leave loading, plus 11.5% super and other significant benefits

MoneyMob is committed to First Nations employment and a culturally competent workplace. Suitably qualified First Nations will be preferred and applicants are strongly encouraged to apply!

This role is based in Alice Springs and involves significant remote travel. Please make sure you have considered this and it is appropriate for your circumstances before applying.

About MoneyMob Talkabout

Are you searching for more than just a job? Picture yourself immersed in a work culture where every day brings meaningful connections and purposeful impact on a personal level. Picture being surrounded by passionate people who not only share your values but are dedicated advocates for a more inclusive and equitable society. With Money Mob you'll have the opportunity to directly touch the lives of those most in need, growing genuine connections, respect and capability. We're not just another workplace – we're a community where diversity is celebrated, where every voice is heard and valued.

Our clients are more than just clients; they're our partners, and we treat them with the utmost respect and equality. If you've been yearning for a role that offers diversity, growth, and professional enrichment, this is it. Here, you'll embark on a journey of continuous learning, where each interaction with our clients teaches us as much as we impart.

Laughter, camaraderie and support is woven into the fabric of our environment, even as we support our clients in facing some of life's toughest challenges . We're a team that looks out for one another, where transparency and openness flourish. And for those with a longing for the mix of open outback skies, and a vibrant buzzing community, the town of Alice awaits you, offering a remote lifestyle filled with discovery and ablaze with stars. Join us at the heart of Australia and be part of something special. If you're passionate about championing First Nations self-determination, embracing diversity, and empowering others, and being part of a close knit team who support each other, then come and join our team where we share one vision yet travel countless journeys.

We are seeking candidates who:

  • Have maturity and life experience
  • Value integrity and have a passion for First nations self-determination in Australia.
  • Are open, transparent and inclusive.
  • Are life-long learners and flexible and adaptable to their environment and their clients needs.
  • Have clients' needs at the heart of their work.
  • Want to work for a specialist organisation with a strong purpose

The successful applicant will have:

  • Minimum Certificate III in Community Services and willingness to complete the financial literacy skillset. (Applicants with higher level community service qualifications will be highly regarded.)
  • Experience undertaking assertive outreach & working with clients with low literacy and numeracy and complex needs, preferably in a cross-cultural or First Nations community context.
  • Demonstrated case management and community education skills, particularly knowledge of helping clients with money related matters.
  • Knowledge of what trauma-informed practice is and why it is necessary when working with First Nations communities.
  • Unrestricted drivers’ licence

In your first six months, you’ll:

  • Undertake cultural awareness training and induction
  • Visit the beautiful APY Lands every other week
  • Start helping clients get their financial foundations in place - payments, ID and knowledge they need
  • Network with contacts seeking opportunities to collaborate in providing community education
  • Enrol in and complete the financial literacy skillset (if you don’t have it)
  • Ensure administration is maintained to a high standard so successes can be shared!

As a MoneyMob team member you'll enjoy:

  • Attractive remuneration $99K - $103K (inclusive of leave loading) - depending on qualifications and experience,) PLUS super
  • Remote salary sacrificing options
  • Relocation assistance if required
  • 6 weeks annual leave
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • $500 annual wellbeing payment
  • 5 days mandated additional breaks (mini-breaks)
  • Access to external professional supervision and a supportive culture that values continuous learning and improvement

What are the next steps?

If you're looking for a role with purpose - please:

  • Carefully read and consider the Information for Applicants on our website and the position description
  • Submit a cover letter responding to the key selection criteria and demonstrating how you meet them
  • Provide contact details of two recent referees who have directly supervised you

To view the full position description please go to website: MMT Website

https://moneymob.org.au/jobs/

You will be welcomed into a friendly + passionate team.

To discuss the position, please contact Lisa Rogers - 0436 431 789

PLEASE NOTE

"Please note that previous applicants need not apply."

Remote work requires sound physical and psychological fitness due to the levels of intergenerational trauma carried by First Nations communities and the likelihood of staff exposure to acute or prolonged stress associated with community services roles in these environments. We do not recommend this work as suitable for candidates whose life experience includes significant personal loss, severe traumatic victimisation or serious mental illness.

Employment will be subject to a National Police Clearance, Working with Children Check, pre-employment medical check and psychological screening.

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