Job Description

Location: Wodonga, Victoria

Employment Type: Maximum-term Contract (12-months) Traineeship

Kick-start your career in Community Services!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, young people and people with disability? Looking for a role where you can earn while you learn and gain valuable, hands-on experience?

Upper Murray Family Care (UMFC) is offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic Carer and Disability Services Trainee to join our welcoming Carer and Disability Services (CaDS) team. UMFC is a trauma-informed organisation that uses the Sanctuary Model® to create a safe, supportive and respectful workplace. As a trainee, you will learn in an environment that values teamwork, wellbeing, open communication and continuous learning.

This is more than just a job; it is the beginning of a rewarding career in community services. You will gain practical experience, receive ongoing mentoring, and complete a fully funded Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) while working alongside experienced professionals who are committed to helping you succeed.

About the Role

As a valued member of our CaDS team, you will work across a variety of programs, with a strong focus on supporting our Interchange team. Every day is different, and you will have the opportunity to:

• Support children, young people and families through engaging programs, activities and events.
• Assist with after-school, weekend and school holiday programs.
• Build meaningful relationships while supporting people with disability to participate in their community.
• Help organise events, prepare newsletters and provide administrative support.
• Learn practical skills that will set you up for a long-term career in the community services sector.
• Complete your Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) with all training costs covered by UMFC.

We will support your success

At UMFC, we are invested in your future. Throughout your traineeship you will receive:

• A fully funded nationally recognised qualification.
• Paid time to attend training and complete your studies.
• Ongoing mentoring and support from experienced staff.
• Professional development opportunities.
• A welcoming, inclusive and supportive team environment where you can grow your confidence and skills.

About you

We are looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about helping others and making a positive difference.
• Enthusiastic, reliable and eager to learn.
• A caring and respectful team player.
• Comfortable communicating with a wide range of people.
• Confident using basic computer programs or willing to learn.
• Committed to completing a Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability).

No previous experience is necessary, just a genuine interest in supporting others and a willingness to learn.

Why join UMFC?

At UMFC, we believe every child, young person and family deserves the opportunity to thrive. We are proud to be a values-driven organisation that invests in our people, celebrates diversity and creates opportunities for learning and career development.

When you join UMFC, you will be joining a team that genuinely cares for the people we support and for each other.

For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Ruby Crawford at rcrawford@umfc.com.au.

Ready to start your career?

Embark on a rewarding career journey with UMFC!

We don't expect you to have extensive work experience. We are looking for people with the right attitude and a willingness to learn.

Please ensure to submit your most recent resume and a cover letter (maximum one page), we would love to hear:

• Why do you want to complete this traineeship?
• What interests you about helping people and working in community services?
• Any work, volunteering, school or life experiences that have helped you develop skills such as communication, teamwork or responsibility.
• What you hope to gain from the traineeship.

The Position Description can be accessed via our Careers page by selecting the relevant vacancy:

https://employmenthero.com/jobs/organisations/upper-murray-family-care/

After submitting your resume, you will receive an email with a link to complete the screening questions. Be sure to complete these questions, as your application cannot progress without them.

We encourage early applications, as submissions will be reviewed upon receipt.

At UMFC, child safety is at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to be a Child Safe and inclusive organisation, welcoming people of all backgrounds.

As part of our recruitment process, we conduct comprehensive screening checks.

We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse communities, individuals with disabilities, and people of all genders.

Join a team where you can learn, grow and make a real difference every day.