Financial Mentor- Family Works, Oamaru

Part Time Application Closes 11 Oct 2024 Otago - Oamaru Community and Social Service Specialist Financial Mentor Family Works Services- located in our Oamaru office Permanent Part-time -20 hours per week Due to an increase in funding, we have a new position in our team!
If you are looking for a role that makes a REAL difference to your community, here is your opportunity to join the Building Financial Capability team at Family Works, Presbyterian Support Otago.
About the RoleYou will work with clients to identify needs, provide immediate support where required and empower clients to make good financial decisions in the future.
As a member of the Financial Capability service within our Family Works team at Presbyterian Support Otago, you will be surrounded by colleagues doing the same.
This role will give you the opportunity to make a real difference in your community.
Hours: This is a new permanent part-time position based in our Oamaru office working 20 hours a week as a Financial Mentor.
About YouWe would love you to: Understand the social and economic complexities that exist in the community.
Have highly developed interpersonal skills including relationship skills and advocacy skills.
Understand core budgeting concepts and the wider impact for individuals/families.
Skills and experience in online banking, computer systems and databases to maximise the use of technology for improved service provision.
Be able to work independently and as part of a small team.
A full driver's license is essential for this role.
About UsFamily Works is a service within Presbyterian Support Otago (PSO) that that works to ensure every person is valued and grows in a safe and strong community.
PSO is a Charitable Trust established in 1906, and is a leading provider of aged care, retirement living and social services to the people of Otago and the wider South Island.
With over 800 staff and 500 volunteers, we operate a highly regarded network of 8 care homes across Otago and we provide many other community-based social support programmes.
Applications close on Friday 11 October 2024.
For further information contact Louisa Beaumont on 021 199 0265