Financial Advocacy Officer

The role of Financial Advocacy Officer is responsible for providing individual financial advocacy, amplifying the voice of individuals to undertake their expressed wish, and without judgement. This role is focused on engaging with people over the age of 65, receiving My Aged Care support packages and living in Residential Aged Care Facilities who require financial advocacy.

Key responsibilities include:

• Support aged care consumers to understand Home Care and Aged Care service costs, including financial statements and invoicing.
• Develop and deliver engaging education.
• Provide systemic advocacy locally through engagement with aged care service providers about potential improvements to invoices and statements to improve consumer understanding.

Classification 5 of the SCHADS Award will be negotiated with the successful applicant depending on qualifications and experience.

About you

You will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Knowledge of aged care finance.
• Experience working with vulnerable and disadvantaged members of the community.
• An understanding and experience in advocacy or consumer education initiatives (desired).
• Well-developed ability to interpret financial information and communicate it in a clear and simple manner.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
• A minimum of two years’ experience working in the not-for-profit, health, aged care, or human services sectors.
• A Drivers Licence and be willing to travel for work – a work car is available for all work-related travel needs.

The successful applicant will hold, or be able to obtain, a Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration, current National Criminal Record Check and have a current driver’s licence. All ADACAS employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and to receive an annual influenza immunisation. You will be required to verify your COVID vaccination status prior to commencing employment.

What’s on Offer

• A rewarding opportunity that can make a difference within your local community
• Ongoing training and learning opportunities
• Have the backing of a supportive and friendly team
• Generous Salary Packaging Benefits including everyday living expenses of $15,900 tax free and Meal/Entertainment card – $2,650 tax free

ADACAS also recognises the importance of diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect.

First Nations people are encouraged to apply.