Job description
The Financial Capability Worker supports people to make informed choices about their financial position, build longer-term capabilities through budgeting, and effectively manage their money. They will also assist with the development and delivery of budgeting and financial literacy information sessions and workshops, catering to the needs of vulnerable low-income individuals and families within the service footprint. This role requires regular travel to provide services to First Nations remote communities within Central Australia, on a rostered basis.
The aims and objectives of this role are to:
Communicate verbally and in writing with clients, other staff and stakeholders in a clear, timely and positive manner.
Provide one on one Financial Capability support to individuals.
Determine client’s financial situations, assess their needs and build a plan tailored to them.
Provide non-accredited group activity workshops on Financial Capability to resource and equip participants with money management skills.
Travel by 4WD to remote communities to provide support for individuals in building their Financial Capability.
Develop positive relationships and assist in maintaining a contact list for all relevant internal and external services and, make connected referrals appropriate to clients’ needs.