Mob Strong Financial Counsellor, 18-months Fixed Term contract.
Are you passionate about social justice and supporting First Nations peoples? Join Our Team and make a difference!
18-months fixed term contract / Sydney / Hybrid / Full time (Part time options will be considered).
Since 2016, Financial Rights has been proudly operating Mob Strong Debt Help (“Mob Strong”). Mob Strong is a free nationwide legal advice and financial counselling program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We specialise in helping individuals manage debts from consumer loans (such as credit cards, pay day loans and car loans), banking, debt recovery and insurance (including car, home, travel, life and funeral) in a culturally safe manner. Our advocacy work aims to reform laws, systems and practices to promote financial well-being within the community.
About Financial Rights Legal Centre
Financial Rights Legal Centre (Financial Rights) is a community based legal centre in Surry Hills specialising in financial services, particularly credit, banking, insurance and debt.
The role
We are seeking to employ an enthusiastic Financial Counsellor for an 18-months contract. This is a full-time role. Commitment to consumer rights and cultural safety essential. The position involves providing information, financial counselling advice and referrals via the centre’s intake channels. The channels include the Mob Strong Debt Help line, Youpla line and the Caseworker line. The role also includes providing advocacy for clients via task assistance or ongoing casework.
We strongly encourage Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people to apply.
For further details on the role please see the job description: https://financialrights.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Position-Description-Mob-Strong-Financial-Counsellor.pdf(copy and paste into your browser)
Rewards and Benefits
Join a highly engaged team
$88,000-$96,800 plus 12% superannuation + Salary Sacrifice (up to $15,900 for tax free benefits)
4 weeks annual leave plus 7 days additional gifted leave
Flexible working: Work life balance is important to us; 7-hour workdays and a hybrid working model
We offer a place where you know you are contributing to an organisation committed to helping others. We are passionate about social justice
Employee Assistance Program, a free and confidential counselling service
We seek someone who:
Is culturally competent and works in a culturally safe manner
Has experience working with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities
Is passionate about improving outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
Has or is working towards accreditation as a financial counsellor with the Financial Counselling Association of NSW (FCAN) or equivalent in another state or territory
Demonstrates a proven track record of providing financial counselling services
Exhibits a demonstrated ability to provide non-judgemental, quality service delivery to disadvantaged clients and clients from diverse backgrounds
Showcases a strong passion for social justice coupled with an aptitude for advocacy and awareness of client’s social context
Displays excellent oral and written communication skills
Available to travel, to go out to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to help out through outreach
Ready to Make an Impact? Apply Now!
If you are passionate about making a difference and have the skills and experience outlined above, we want to hear from you. Click apply now and upload your resume and cover letter outlining your suitability to the role.
If you have any questions, please email jobs@financialrights.org.au
Applications close: Monday 13th April 2026
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