Support Coordination Team

Aaron is passionate about achieving great outcomes within the field of disability services. With a University degree in Sociology Aaron is excited to use those skills to help individuals better access the community and to achieve the best results possible.

Alana completed her Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) at RMIT University, and has 8 years experience in the disability and mental health sector. Alana has experience working with adults who present with complex behaviours, ASD, trauma, mental illness and intellectual disability. Alana is passionate about working with people to understand who they are, supporting them to reach their goals, and empowering them to live their best life. Outside of work, Alana loves cooking, doing home renovations, travelling and watching movies.

Chloe has worked in the Disability and Mental Health field for the past 3 years, and has completed an undergraduate degree in Psychology. Chloe is currently completing her Master of Social Work, and is passionate about supporting participants to achieve their goals. She enjoys building connections with participants, learning about what is important to the individual, and using personal strengths to help participants develop their skills. When Chloe isn’t working, she enjoys going camping, reading, practising yoga, and roller skating. 

Daniel completed a Certificate IV in Youth Work in 2016. Daniel has also undertaken integration work within the school environment and was involved in a hands-on learning program for disengaged youths. Daniel seeks to support individuals as they grow and learn, connecting them with the services they need to achieve their goals.

Jackie has a Bachelor of Early Childhood Studies, and have extensive experience working as a Kindergarten Teacher and Educational Leader in a variety of early childhood settings over the past 13 years. During this time Jackie has developed a strong set of skills to support the varying needs of children and families, and established detailed understanding of early child development, working with vulnerable families, and the school transition process. Jackie recognises the importance of the family in a child’s learning and development, and is passionate about ensuring children and families feel involved and empowered.

Jasmine has much lived experience with disability. She understands the challenges that come with sourcing the right supports, and how important it is for families and individuals living with disability to feel empowered and encouraged. Her passion is being able to help families and considers it to be a privilege to be able to assist them along their journey. Jasmine is acutely aware of how diet, and a healthy gut plays a significant role in behaviour. She knows the importance of educating children about eating the right foods, and living a sustainable and holistic lifestyle.

Mary has a sound understanding of the disability sector, support options and NDIS developed over many years of experience both in state schools and private schools as a Pathways Support Officer and through qualifications. Mary has always made it a priority to support students with a disability into employment and community based services as it supports their economic and social participation. Mary is passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities, helping them to build independence and skills and to participate in further education, training and employment enhancing opportunities for greater community involvement and personal wellbeing.

Michelle has been in the disability sector for over 3 years starting out as a support worker and then managing the Barwon region for Autism Spectrum Australia.  Michelle has extensive experience with participants with Autism, especially children.  Michelle has a passion for empowering participants to achieve their goals.  When not at work Michelle loves yoga, cooking and travelling the world.

Samantha brings her passion for advocacy to her role at AYS. She has several years Departmental experience working in housing and homelessness , and extensive experience with public health and disability care. She also has lived experience with Autism and navigating the NDIS . Sam draws on her broad experience where she previously worked in communications, to help negotiate and advocate for clients . She is committed to person centred care being at the forefront of all her planning. Sam has a Cert IV and Diploma in Community Services, and is an accredited mental health first aid care giver . She’s a Mum to three busy kids, including one with special needs . In her spare time she mentors at risk youth , loves to cook and watching her boys play footy .

Stephen has come from an education background and became interested in support coordination after going through the process of accessing the NDIS and appropriate supports with a member of his own family. Stephen is enthusiastic and personable, priding himself on building trusting relationships with colleagues and participants alike.