Why did you pursue a career in the disability sector?In the late 90’s I studied & gained a diploma in Community Services/Welfare. I didn’t really know which direction I wanted to take after my studies but knew I wanted to work in the community. While I was studying I did some volunteer work for a … Read more A Moment With… Lucy Sporne, Auscare Support Coordinator ⏱
Why did you pursue a career in the disability sector?I love connecting with people and I believe in giving back to the community. So for the past 15 years, I worked in both Aged Care and Disability across South West Sydney and Western Sydney. The most rewarding part of my role is having the opportunity … Read more A Moment With… Eileen Schmidt, Auscare Support Coordinator ⏱
Why did you pursue a career in the disability sector?I have a disability myself and am very active despite not being able to walk. I want to inspire others that they too can do whatever they desire in life if they are being supported in the right way and with the right resources. What do … Read more A Moment With… Tanya Pisk, Auscare Support Coordinator ⏱
Why did you pursue a career in the disability sector?I was a participant once and always felt the sector lacked passion. I wanted to become the Support Coordinator I didn’t have and look after my clients to the best of my ability. What do you like most about working at Auscare Support?The ability to work … Read more A Moment With… Kate Johnson, Auscare Support Coordinator ⏱
Why did you pursue a career in the disability sector?Two of my sons have been diagnosed with an Autism spectrum Disorder, so I have been advocating for them for many years. I found that my experience with my sons could be applied to a professional career. After10 years in the IT industry I was looking … Read more A Moment With… Jackie Schenk, Auscare Support Coordinator ⏱
Why did you pursue a career in the disability sector?As a student, I went to visit a disability services facility in Queensland and saw the huge need to improve the quality of life of the people living there. I also saw that much could be done to change people’s lives. What do you like most … Read more A Moment With… Dianne Wallace, Auscare Support Coordinator ⏱
Why did you pursue a career in the disability sector?I was working in residential group homes and felt there was not enough choice for people to pursue individual interests during their day, so, I enrolled to study Sports & Recreation at university, majoring in disability. What do you like most about working at Auscare Support?The … Read more A Moment With… Lauren Vanessa Geange, Auscare Support Coordinator ⏱
Why did you pursue a career in the disability sector?The majority of my career has been focused around driving sales and hitting key performance indicators. While I am a driven person I found the part of my work I really enjoyed most was the human interaction through helping and supporting people. I wanted my next … Read more A Moment With… Lauren Oostryck, Auscare Support Coordinator ⏱