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About Us
We are one of the largest and progressive not-for-profit regional community services providers in South Australia. Established over 100 years ago, we are headquartered in Port Pirie with over 340 talented, qualified employees and over 170 dedicated volunteers.
Our positive, hands-on involvement in regional communities is rewarding and enriching, both for staff and for the people we work with.
Every day we celebrate diversity, thrive on inclusion and demand equity. We provide a collaborative, supportive and flexible working environment while constantly advocating for change to make things even better!
About You
We are always on the lookout for people who share our values and passion to join our team. We can offer you the chance to thrive in a career that makes a difference in people's lives.
If you are kind, compassionate, believe in a society that is fair and justice for all the community, then we want you!
Why Join Us
You will have:
- Flexible working arrangements and salary packaging benefits.
- An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members.
- A seat at the table where grassroots changes/improvements are made to tackle social justice issues.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Wellbeing initiatives.
- A career pathway with a comprehensive induction, as well as continuous training.
- Ongoing support and professional development opportunities.
We are honored to be a White Ribbon Accredited Workplace. In November 2024, we also achieved Bronze Tier Status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) through Pride in Diversity
We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative employer and commit to respond to every applicant.
Engage with Heart - Impact with Purpose.
Uniting Country SA - Caring for Country People
ucsa.org.au
Description:
About The Position
Location: Port Pirie or Port Augusta
Status: Full Time - Maternity Leave contract - 6 months
Hours - 76 hours per fortnight. We are negotiable on this, please detail your availability in your Cover Letter.
Closing Date for Applications: 18th June 2025
The Financial Wellbeing Program strengthens the financial wellbeing of individuals, families and vulnerable communities by walking alongside them to access services and provide education as well as connection to the community, empowering them to flourish.
As the Financial Capability Worker, you will support individuals and families who are experiencing financial difficulties by providing advocacy and options to address financial concerns. You will empower clients to make informed decisions and help build financial resilience to improve their financial and personal wellbeing.
Please view the Position Description for further information on the duties and responsibilities of the role.
This is an ideal opportunity if you are currently unemployed and/or returning from a career break!
Skills and Experiences:
You will:
- Understand key issues faced by people experiencing financial vulnerability and disadvantage.
- Complete a financial assessment of a client's position and the options available to them to improve their financial position.
- Be passionate about delivering quality services to clients.
- Have strong relationship-building and communication skills, written and verbal.
- Current Australian Drivers Licence.
- Hold a current DHS Working with Children Check.
- Certificate IV or above in a Human Services related discipline or relevant experience in a paid or voluntary capacity.
Our process requires you to provide a Resume, Cover Letter and a statement addressing the Duties and Responsibilities contained within the Position Description. You will need to put this information in three (3) separate documents and upload each document.
Refer to the Uniting Country SA Guide to Applying for more information.
All offers of employment are subject to the screening and assessment requirements of the Children and Young People (Safety) Act 2017 and any other legislation that interacts with it.
Please contact Katie Sedunary on 0437 618 134 for any questions concerning this position and/or the salary range.
Let us know if you require assistance or adjustments to our recruitment process to better meet your needs. You can tell us by contacting Ethan Walter, Recruitment Specialist via email at: [email protected] or by phone on: 0466 503 880.
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