Tawonga is a dedicated Support Worker and Behaviour Support Practitioner with a profound commitment to enhancing the lives of individuals navigating complex disabilities. His expertise spans a diverse range of conditions, including ASD, Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, and more.

His role goes beyond conventional support; he is  a facilitator of empowerment. He meticulously crafts documents that serve as lifelines for participants, guiding them through the intricate process of securing vital funding from the NDIS. His compassionate approach extends to collaboratively establishing personalized goals, tailored to each individual’s unique needs and aspirations.

His impact resonates deeply within the community, fostering independence, and empowering those he works with to achieve milestones they may have thought were out of reach.

Emmanuel is young vibrant young man with a huge determination and passion to help improve quality of life of people living with intellectual disability. He is a Behaviour Support Practitioner and Support Woker. His expertise spans a diverse range of conditions, including ASD, Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, Global Developmental Delay and so forth.

His roles go beyond designing interventions to increase a person’s quality of life and reduce challenging behaviors. Working closely with individuals, families, and care teams. Encouraging positive alternatives to challenging behaviors. Completing Behaviour Support Plans, training with parents and other stakeholders and attending panel meeting and plan reviews.

His impact resonates deeply within the community, fostering independence, and empowering those he works with to achieve milestones they may have thought were out of reach.

After completing my degree in Psychology, I started out as a support worker before becoming a registered Behavior Support Practitioner. I have been in this role for four years and it is the most rewarding job so far. My passion consists of assisting those who require a set of skills when it comes to behaviors of concern. I have worked with clients ranging from the ages of 7-65 and with a variety of diagnoses. I hope to one day open my clinic within allied health and provide the care that everyone deserves within the disability industry.

My skills extend to the following actions:

• Completing Functional Behaviour Assessments
• Completing Behaviour Support Plans (General, Interim, and Comprehensive)
• Training with parents and other stakeholders
• Completing summary reports and recommendation letters
• Attending panel meeting and plan reviews

Dumie is a God-fearing man who is our NSW, QLD, VIC, NT OT with 6 years of clinical experience working with adults and paediatric clients. He is focused on implementing evidencebased interventions within the NDIS space to achieve optimal health outcomes for participants. He takes on a goal-orientated, participantcentred approach and engages not only the participants but also their family, friends and
caregivers. Dumie’s work involved supporting people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and adults with varying conditions, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), intellectual disability, schizophrenia, anxiety and depression.

Dumie is experienced in occupational therapy assessments, interventions and evaluations in the home and community settings, including: Functional and psychosocial capacity assessments Assistive technology assessment and prescription Sensory Processing Assessment Support Independent Living Assessments
(SILS) Specialised Disability Accommodation Assessments (SDA) Complex home modification assessment (CHMA) Dumie is passionate about supporting participants to achieve their NDIS goals in all aspects of their life, so they can live happy and fulfilling lives within their community.

• NDIS Worker Orientation
• HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
• HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support
• HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
• Mental Health First Aid Accredited since 2022
• Child Protection Update 2023
• COVID-19 Infection control training

About me

Tino is a dedicated Occupational Therapy (OT) student currently advancing into her third year of study, backed by more than three years of experience as a Disability Support Worker. She has adeptly cultivated interpersonal and communication skills while fostering independence in individuals with diverse needs.

Driven by a passion for empowering lives, Tino’s experiences as a Disability Support Worker have significantly enriched her skill set, making her confident in her abilities as an Allied Health Assistant.

Furthermore, Tino’s time as an OT Assistant in Newcastle (Australia) provided her with a robust foundation for her knowledge of OT and its applications in Acute Patient Rehabilitation. In her role, she gained industry experience with:

• Self-care retraining.
• Meal preparation Assessments.
• Falls prevention.
• Provision of education in adaptive techniques, e.g., pressure injury prevention/management
• Provision of education on use of specialised equipment, e.g., long-handled aids and mobility aids.

After completing professional work experience at a paediatric OT clinic in Newcastle, Tino has a particular interest in working with children to assist them in achieving their goals.

Antonio is a dedicated Occupational Therapy Specific Allied Health Assistant based in Sydney, with a year of experience in this specialized role. His career began at Bankstown Hospital, where he gained valuable clinical experience. Antonio’s academic journey started with studying Exercise and Sport Science for a year, before transitioning into Occupational Therapy. Currently, he is a fourth-year student at Western Sydney University. Known for his client-centred approach, Antonio provides tailored support to a diverse range of participants, encompassing all ages, cultures, and conditions. His goal-oriented support is a testament to his commitment to helping clients achieve their objectives. As a young and motivated professional, Antonio consistently goes above and beyond for his patients, playing a pivotal role in their journey towards achieving their goals.

Antonio play a vital role in supporting the delivery of occupational therapy services. He provides a variety of services and assist with a variety of tasks, including:

• Community-Based Support
• Implementing Therapy Plans
• Life Skill Training
• Gross and Fine motor skill Training
• Education and Guidance
• Equipment Provision and Training
• Communication between allied health team.
• Patient Observation and Feedback

Antonio’s unwavering passion fuels his commitment to ensuring that every participant reaches their fullest potential, driven by the ultimate reward of witnessing the joy and satisfaction in both the clients and their families.

Brielle is a dedicated Occupational Therapy Allied Health Assistant based in Sydney, with experience in this specialised role. Her career began at Power of grace care services as a support worker and then Transferred to being an AHA for Occupational Therapy. Known for her client-centred approach, Brielle provides tailored support to a diverse range of participants, encompassing all ages, cultures, and conditions. Her goal-oriented support is a testament to his commitment to helping clients achieve their objectives. As a young and motivated professional, Brielle consistently goes above and beyond for her patients, playing a pivotal role in their journey towards achieving their goals.

Brielle plays a vital role in supporting the delivery of occupational therapy services. She provides a variety of services and assisting with a variety of tasks, including:

●      Community-Based Support

●      Implementing Therapy Plans

●      Life Skill Training

●      Gross and Fine motor skill Training

●      Education and Guidance

●      Equipment Provision and Training

●      Communication between allied health team.

●      Patient Observation and Feedback

Brielle’s unwavering passion fuels Her commitment to ensuring that every participant reaches their fullest potential, driven by the ultimate reward of seeing the joy and satisfaction in both the clients and their families.