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Join our movement – one child, one family at a time, together we are positively shifting the dial for vulnerable children and families within our regional, rural and remote communities.
A message from the CEO
At Upper Murray Family Care (UMFC), we are passionate about providing support for children and families in their time of need.
I made the decision to join UMFC in early 2022 – it has been the best career decision of my life. I am in awe of our extraordinary and passionate people. The work we do is challenging, but we ensure that the welfare of the children we support is paramount.
Every day, we all lean into our values – unwavering integrity, considered empathy, determined advocacy, passionately optimistic, bravely collaborative. We welcome diversity and encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, or from culturally and linguistically diverse and LGBTIQ+ communities. If those values resonate with you, then please consider joining UMFC.
We have a fresh, innovative and highly capable Executive and leadership team who are taking carriage of the development of our new Strategic Plan.
UMFC operates in an increasingly complex environment; however, I absolutely believe that the commitment, passion and enthusiasm of our practitioners, support staff and leaders will ensure UMFC grows and thrives for the benefit of our communities in North East Victoria and Southern NSW. We are committed and focused on providing an inspiring, safe and trust-filled environment for all at UMFC. This includes a commitment to supporting the personal and professional development of all of our staff, paying attention to supporting work and life balance through individualised flexible work arrangements, and investing in learning and studying for career advancement.
At UMFC, we take psychological safety of all of our staff extremely seriously. To that end, all staff have access to external supervision as needed, as well as our Employee Assistance Program.
With the commencement of our new Strategic Plan, this is a great time to become a member of the UMFC team and be an active contributor to UMFC’s next chapter.
– Felicity Williams, CEO
Interested in volunteering with UMFC?
UMFC relies on the generosity of volunteers to help provide outstanding care.
UMFC is a Child Safe organisation and is committed to child safety.
We want children to be safe, happy and empowered. We support and respect all children as well as our staff and volunteers. We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment of all children.
Current Vacancies
If you are passionate about UMFC’s mission, identify with our values, and have the necessary knowledge, skills and experience, you might consider joining our team.
Employee Benefits
Upper Murray Family Care (UMFC) beckons you to join a warm, supportive, and culturally safe working environment where your expertise can make a real impact.
Key benefits of working at UMFC include:
- A family friendly workplace
- Where employees are actively encouraged and supported to have a healthy work/life balance
- Generous salary packaging
- Flexible work arrangements
- Training and development
- Supervision Recreational leave
- Paid parental leave
- Flexible additional leave options
- Corporate gym memberships
- Workplace banking program
Volunteering
UMFC is grateful for and dependent upon the contribution of our generous volunteers and we strive to provide worthwhile volunteering opportunities for individuals, groups & organisations.
Volunteers are regarded as a precious resource requiring the same levels recognition, respect, support and supervision as paid staff. Voluntary work can include:
- 1 to 1 support (e.g. mentoring)
- Practical assistance (e.g. driving, administrative support)
- Professional expertise (pro bono work e.g. lawyers & financial advisors)
- Foster caring
- Supporting children with disability
- Supporting people with disability
If you are interested in volunteer work, have a current Working with Children Check and are prepared to undergo a National Police Check (conducted by us) we encourage you to complete the below form to register your interest for volunteering or flexible care work or to contact us at admin@umfc.com.au
Student Placement
We have a limited number of placement opportunities each year and generally experience a high level of interest from students attending a number of local tertiary institution. We encourage you to express your placement interest early to your course coordinator.
Expression of Interest
Contact us if you’d like to volunteer with UMFC. We are always looking for great people to join our dedicated team of volunteer workers.
Our focus is always on the best interests of the children we support.
We hear their voices and we maintain their safety and wellbeing as paramount.
