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Our Team

Supporting Change, Growth and Connection

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LEANNE CLARK

Director

Leanne has completed a Bachelor of Counselling and a Masters of Social Work. Leanne has a background in working with adolescents, families and individuals with a disability. She is passionate about counselling and providing coordination of support to participants with complex needs. Leanne believes in working collaboratively with participants and their families to bring about positive change. She also provides behaviour therapy and counselling under the NDIS and Medicare. Leanne has an interest in mental health and relationship counselling. When she is not working she enjoys spending time with her family and pets, reading and walking.

HANNAH COOK

Services Manager

Hannah has completed a Bachelor of Social Work (Honours). From her studies, Hannah has developed an interest in disability, mental health, and capacity building. Hannah is dedicated to building rapport and positive relationships with clients. In her spare time Hannah enjoys spending time with her family and friends and her dog.

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EMMA PURI

Specialist Support Coordination

Emma has completed a Master of Social Work and Bachelor of Social Science and has experience working with complex clients of all ages in the hospital setting. Emma is dedicated to providing a strength-based, person-centred approach when working with clients to empower and enable them to achieve their goals. She would like to expand her knowledge in the industry and is looking forward to working collaboratively with clients, families and service providers. When not at work she enjoys spending time with her family.

KERRIE HAYNES

Specialist Support Coordinator

Kerrie has completed a Bachelor of Psychological Science and hopes to complete further studies in Psychology in the future. Kerrie has supported family members and friends with various disabilities which has given her knowledge and experience with the NDIS. Kerrie has experience working with vulnerable children having previously volunteered regularly at a children’s hospital. Kerrie is passionate about supporting those with a disability to reach their goals and is dedicated to building and maintaining positive relationships with her clients and their supports. In her spare time Kerrie enjoys spending time with her children, family and friends.

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NATASHA LEWIS

Support Coordinator

Natasha is currently undertaking a Bachelor of Social Work at the University of Newcastle. Natasha has experience in supporting children and young people in OOHC.From her studies and experience Natasha has developed an interest in mental health and is passionate about supporting people from a strengths-based approach. In her spare time, Natasha enjoys playing netball, going to the beach and spending time with family and friends.

CALLIE STAINSBY

Specialist Support Coordinator

Callie has attained her Bachelor of Science Criminology with Law (Honours) Degree at Teesside University and has carried out intensive case work and therapeutic work with children and families in difficulty. Callie has predominantly worked with children and young people in the 'looked after' sector. Callie has a strong interest in supporting positive mental health and operating on a client centred basis by empowering clients to embrace their full potential. In her spare time Callie love to spend time with her Fiancé and their three children including time at the beach and long hikes.

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ROSIE DRINKWATER

Specialist Support Coordinator

Rosie has a Bachelor of Psychological Science from the University of Newcastle and has extensive experience working with NDIS participants in the Newcastle, Port Stephens and Hunter area. She is very passionate about supporting those living with a disability and is deeply committed to ensuring each person she works with feels understood, valued and respected. In her spare time Rosie enjoys spending time with her loved ones and her miniature dachshund.

JESSE LEESE

Support Coordinator

Jesse is currently completing his Bachelor of Psychology through Deakin University. He has experience working within the disability and homelessness systems, and found a passion for supporting diverse and complex participants to lead fulfilling and independent lives.

With a strong focus on mental health, Jesse brings a person-centred and trauma-informed approach to every person he works with. On his off days, Jesse likes to read, write, study or daydream in whichever coffee shop is open the latest.

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HOPE CHIRVA

Specialist Support Coordinator

Hope has completed a Bachelor in Psychological Science and has experience in leadership in the aged care sector and youth services.

This has shaped her passion for creating equal opportunities for people with a disability to gain greater independence and live their best possible life.

Hope is passionate, energetic and loves a new challenge.

In her free time, she enjoys watching football and spending time with her family.

CHLOE AMOS

Support Coordinator

Chloe has a strong background in the NDIS, having been in the industry for 9 years. Chloe has completed her Diploma of Community Services and aims to extend her skills and qualifications further. Chloe is passionate about working collaboratively with participants and their families whilst building positive relationships. Chloe’s focus is to support participants to work toward their goals, using a strength-based approach. When she is not working, Chloe likes to spend time with her family.

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