Worker profiles

2024 NDLO Support Worker of the Year Finalist

Team Leader

Age: 31

Gender: Male 

I’m very down to earth and calm. I like being outdoors either at the beach or national parks. When I’m there I love to go camping, fishing or going on hikes. I also enjoy quiet days watching movies/TV shows, NRL, AFL or MMA. I like playing my PlayStation occasionally. 

I love helping people to live their best life and achieve all of their life goals. I’m organised and driven, and I help to encourage my clients to do the same.   

Participant Feedback:

‘Blake is a solid worker, dependable and took the time to get to know my son’ 

WINNER 2024 NDLO Support Worker of the year

Team Leader

Age: 20

Gender: Female

Hey, I’m Ellie!    It would be my pleasure to join your journey & get to know all about YOU!  I am a very bubbly, outgoing, positive person and my interests include all things physical and outdoorsy; I usually spend my spare time with family/friends, in the gym or soaking up some sun. However, I do love a good relaxing day inside! I am always on the hunt to expand my interests… so the skies your limit! 

My passion in life is helping others and I find great joy putting a smile on people’s faces! Having lived experience with a sibling diagnosed with ASD3 has driven my passion to pursue a career in support work.  Support work has been a very fulfilling experience and has provided me the opportunity to meet so many amazing, unique personalities. It brings me great satisfaction knowing I have a positive impact on my client’s future.   

Participant Feedback:
'Our enthusiastic Ellie was super awesome when my son wasn't having a particularly great day. Ellie took care of him so well.' 

'Ellie really helped a person in need (me) and helped me and my dog get through a very tough time. Ellie helped me see I have a purpose in life and am not alone'

 2024 NDLO Support Worker of the Year Finalist

Team Leader

Age: 54

Gender: Male

I am a mature aged male who enjoys learning from new experiences and interacting with a diverse range of people. I love spending time outdoors, seeing wildlife and am particularly fascinated with birds. I enjoy fishing, walking, and any activity that exposes me to nature but also like socialising with family and friends.  

I enjoy support work because of the wide range of people I have met and the opportunity I have had to have a positive impact on their future. This has provided me with enormous job satisfaction and I have been exposed to enjoyable experiences that I would normally not engage in. 

Participant Feedback:
'Tim has been amazing, he fit right in with the family. He knows exactly what he's doing and has built a strong rapport in a short amount of time'

Team Leader

Age: 20

Gender: Female

Hi I'm Madi! I  enjoy the beach, camping, being in the outdoors, spending time with my pups   & moving my body.

I love helping   people live their happiest and fullest possible lives! I enjoy support work   for all its ups and downs, nothing is more rewarding than seeing a   participant reach a goal. I'm passionate about making the world an accessible   place for all, the only limit should be your imagination!

Lifestyle Assistant

Age: 23

Gender: Male

Hi my name is   Jackson, I look forward to working with you and getting to know you more!
 

 A little bit about myself, I play Rugby league for the North Devils, I also   love all types of sports, cricket, NFL, Basketball and so on. My hobbies   include walking my dog, going to the beach, riding bikes and going to the   gym. I am a very easy going person who loves to chat and grab a coffee also. 

I enjoy being a   Lifestyle Assistant for many reasons, some of those being that I’m able to   build a relationship with you and become an awesome friend. I believe I am a   very supportive person who will be able to help on many levels.
I look forward to working with you! 

Lifestyle Assistant

Age: 20

Gender: Female

Hey, I’m Bri! I would absolutely love the privilege to learn more about you and everything that’s makes you, you!  I, myself love to expand my interest and learn new things daily so am always up for anything out of my comfort zone. I love flexibility and am interested in anything outdoorsy and physical, but still love the comfort of being at home and reading a good book. I’m currently studying psychology so people have always been an interest of mine as everyone is so unique and interesting in their own ways so I would love (given the opportunity) to be able to work with,  and get to know all varieties of lovely people!

I genuinely believe that I am a very optimistic person and only want the best for people, especially when they are unable to feel accepted and comfortable in their every day lives. Being capable of allowing even the smallest improvement in any one’s day to day lives is something that brings me joy. 

Participant Feedback

‘Bri is genuinely amazing; she involves herself and proactively finds ways to support me without being overbearing. I’m so grateful for the connection we’ve built.’

Lifestyle Assistant

Age: 38

Gender: Male

I am a husband and a father of 2 beautiful kids that enjoys spending time with them, going to the gym and watching the footy and cricket. Deep down I am just a family man that enjoys every minute with my family and making memories.

I love seeing growth in people and helping them fulfil their day-to-day goals in life. Building connection and relationships with people makes it very fulfilling both personally as a support worker and for the participants themselves which I really enjoy. 

Lifestyle Assistant

Age: 25

Gender: Female

I’m someone   who finds joy in the simple things, whether it’s baking sweet treats,   painting, staying active, or spending time outdoors. I love making people   smile, trying new experiences, and leaving a positive impact wherever I go.

Support work is   enjoyable because it’s more rewarding than your average job. Making a   positive difference, small or big, in an individual like creates a career   with meaningful impact and a high value to me. 

 Lifestyle Assistant

Age: 40

Gender: Female 

I am a mum to four amazing children, three of which are adults. My youngest son is 13 and I am Taua (nanna) to my beautiful granddaughter Mason and grandson William. My spare time is spent with my family and outdoors. Love making memories and anything country! 

I love being apart of something so meaningful. To help others live more fulfilling lives. It’s the small things that make a big thing great!

Lifestyle Assistant

Age: 24

 Gender: Male 

Hi I'm Gage, I’ve been in the industry for 6 years. I’m a down to earth, open minded hardworking guy. I enjoy my sports and music. I also enjoy being outdoors as much as I can and living an active and healthy lifestyle. I enjoy spending time with my friends and family when I can.

I pride myself on being the best I can be. Being a supporter worker has been an amazing experience for me. Being able to make a difference in someone’s life, helping someone achieve their goals and helping someone live the best life they can has been extremely rewarding for me. 

Lifestyle Assistant

Age: 18

Gender: Female

My name is Mackenzie, I'm a bubbly, outgoing and I like to think funny character. I love anything cars, racing and engines. I love to go to roll racing at QR and hoping to race my Xf in the future. I'm big on sports and the gym; especially boxing and muay Thai. I'm an adrenaline junkie and love anything outdoorsy such as; camping, 4w driving and fishing. 

I enjoy working as a support worker because I strongly believe that everyone deserves a fair chance at going after their goals and dreams and some people just need a little extra assistance. I find nothing more rewarding then being there to help some and watch them achieve those goals. This role allows me to grow as   a human as everyday has new challenges and experiences. I also love how this role allows me to make a meaningful impact on peoples lives everyday. 

Lifestyle Assistant

Age: 21

Gender: Female 

Hey, I’m Bree! I am a very outgoing and passionate person, I love spending my time outside of work playing sports, walking my dogs and travelling. I also enjoy a nice     beach day in the sun with my family and friends. I enjoy meeting new people and learning more about them. I grew up travelling Australia which has fueled my passion for the outdoors. 

 I enjoy support work because I get to see a little bit of each persons day to day life and make a positive impact. I love being able to be myself and interact with people whilst learning. Support work allows me to help others achieve their goals which gives me immense job satisfaction.

Lifestyle Assistant

Age: 57

Gender: Female 

Family is at the   heart of everything I do. As a mother of three and a proud grandmother of   one, I've discovered the unique joy of being a 'grandma' – a truly special   experience. I love a mix of outdoor and indoor activities, from peaceful   walks by the water and picnics, to movie nights and dining out. I also enjoy   the occasional gym session and the fun of theme park visits. Connecting with   family and friends is important to me, and I cherish my involvement with my   community. Over the last five years, I've developed my passion for Mahjong, a   wonderful game often enjoyed in the Asian community.
 

 One of the most valuable lessons I've learned is to embrace the wisdom of my   children and grandchild – to let them teach me. I hope to bring this   open-hearted approach to supporting you and your loved ones. I love   connecting with people and finding ways to bring joy and support to their   lives. I find that learning from others is the greatest reward.

I love to see my   clients happy, having fun and aspiring to reaching their goals. I'm here to   listen, to be a friend and a support to lean on, to aide you in this game we   call life.  

Lifestyle Assistant

Age: 30

Gender: Female

I am a mother to a little girl. I grew up on a dairy farm but have lived in Brisbane for the past 10years and have a big passion for helping others which is why I love being a support worker. I enjoy cooking & cleaning and lifting weights at the gym.

I have a big heart and passion for helping others. It makes me insanely happy knowing that cooking, cleaning or taking someone out to do activities that make them happy fulfills my heart. I like making someone’s day just a little bit better. And I have learnt so much from my clients since becoming a support worker 

Lifestyle Assistant

Age: 23 

Gender: Male

I am a friendly and   creative guy, always bursting with ideas. I love video games, Dungeons and   Dragons and creative writing. I love to share my passions with others and   bring out others passions as well. I am knowledgeable about most topics when   it comes to nerd culture and love to have discussions about the newest super   hero movies or tv, news in the gaming world or just about what kind of games   people have been playing recently.

One of my biggest   passions is to bring about a spark in others. Allowing them to express   themselves and be true to themselves. By being a support worker that is my   duty, to help each person I work with express their wants and needs and for   us to then work at reaching them. 

Lifestyle Assistant

Age: 23

 Gender: Female

I’m currently studying to become a nurse to deepen my ability to care for others and make a meaningful difference in their lives. Growing up on a farm gave me a lifelong love for animals, the outdoors, and staying active — values I bring into my everyday work.

I’m passionate about supporting others and find purpose in helping people improve their lives. I take pride in encouraging clients to reach their goals, and I’m always motivated to create a positive impact, both professionally and personally.

Lifestyle Assistant

Age: 24

Gender: Male

Outside of work, I’m  really involved with the Sunnybank Theatre Group. I’ve had the chance to work   both behind the scenes and on stage in different community productions, which   has been a lot of fun and a great way to meet people. I’m also passionate about   writing and filmmaking — I studied film at QUT — so I spend a lot of my spare   time working on creative projects and exploring new ideas. Alongside that, I   also work as an event photographer, which lets me combine creativity with   capturing special moments.

I enjoy support work   because I genuinely care about helping people and giving back to the   community. For me, it’s not just about providing support, but about really   being there for someone—listening, encouraging, and helping make day-to-day   life a little easier. I also love connecting with new people, building trust, and creating positive relationships. You can count on me to be approachable,  dependable, and genuinely invested in your wellbeing.

Lifestyle Assistant

Age: 25

Gender: Male

Hi, I'm Flynn, I've been a support worker for 3 years! I enjoy helping others and being outdoors, I do photography as a hobby and I like to play video games in my spare time. 

Support work is my passion. Helping people to improve their lives or just maintaining the life they already have is what I love to do. Whatever you need help with I will be there front and center. 

Lifestyle Assistant

Age: 37

Gender: Female

My name is Davinder, a passionate worker in the field of disability support, I love to socialise with people and apart from work, my hobbies are reading, cooking, outings and   obviously shopping on top.

I like to help people in their needs and wherever I can, I feel joy when I make someone smile and feel confident and comfortable, also share their life experiences.

Lifestyle Assistant

Age: 19

Gender: Male

Tell us a little bit   about who you are, your interests and your hobbies outside of work. 

I'm someone who   loves people and loves talking about anything. My interests are games (board   games, card games, any games), sports, and music. Some of my hobbies are   computer games, Magic The Gathering, skateboarding, playing my electric   guitar and piano, and having some fun playing volleyball.

Why do you enjoy   support work? (Sell yourself to participants)

I believe that   everyone deserves to live the life that they want, and for me to be able to   assist with fulfilling that life in any way I can makes the experience of   being a support worker that much better.

Lifestyle Assistant

Age: 23 

Gender: Female

I thrive on connecting with people and enjoy being around others, whether it's through helping those in need or sharing positive experiences. I am passionate about   personal growth and fitness, regularly hitting the gym to stay active and   motivated. I love expressing myself creatively by crafting engaging social media content for both my workplace and personal brand. Additionally, I enjoy   recording episodes for my podcast, where I share insights, stories, and   conversations that inspire and inform my audience. My enthusiasm for   community, creativity, and self-improvement drives everything I do.

I love support work because it allows me to make a meaningful difference in people's lives.   Helping others, providing guidance, and offering encouragement brings me a   sense of fulfillment and purpose. I genuinely enjoy being there for others, listening to their needs, and contributing to their well-being and growth.   Support work fuels my passion for making a positive impact and building   genuine connections.

Lifestyle Assistant

Age: 27

Gender: Male

I'm Tyler - I have a background in Early Childhood and the Creative Arts, and I value making genuine connections with people. Outside of work, I love being outdoors, playing touch footy, spending time with my family and friends, and having a good laugh! I'm easy going, down to earth, and always try to bring a fun and positive energy wherever I go. 

I’ve always loved working with people and making a positive difference in their day. Support work is all about helping people feel empowered and supported to achieve their goals, big or small. I’m approachable, reliable, and a good listener, and I bring a calm, friendly energy to everything I do. My focus is on creating meaningful connections and helping people live the kind of life that makes them feel good! 

Lifestyle Assistant

Age: 20

Gender: Female

I am an Occupational   Therapy student with two cats, I love music (especially collecting vinyls and   attending concerts) and participating in arts and crafts of all sorts. I grew   up with a family farm so I love to visit local farms to see the animals and volunteer   if I can.

I enjoy support work   because it gives me the chance to make a real difference in someone's life   through providing support, understanding, and respect in every interaction.   My goal is always to empower people, support their independence, and ensure   they feel valued and heard every step of the way. I love collaborating with   others to reach goals.

Lifestyle Assistant

Age: 26

Gender: Femal

Hey, I’m Jess! I have a very bubbly personality and love to have a good old chit chat. I have recently moved from Rockhampton to begin my new adventure here in Brisbane. I   am new to the Lifestyle Assistant profession, as I have been a childcare teacher for the past 7 years as well as a nanny for the past 3. I am a massive   rugby league fan, love the outdoors while also enjoying the quality time at   home with my friends and family. 

I have a massive   heart and love to share it with anyone and everyone. I enjoying watching  people blossom and bloom through their life journey and hope to be part of   yours. 

Lifestyle Assistant

Age: 19

Gender: Female

Hi I'm Elysia, but   you can call me Lesh ! I am really excited to meet you I'm kind and welcoming   person who enjoys making people feel comfortable and supported. I would   describe myself as warm, bubbly and always happy to have a chat. In my spare   time, I love being active and outdoors whether that's watching the footy,   going on walks, soaking the sun at the beach or going to the gym.

I love being a   support worker because I get to make a real difference in people’s lives.   Each day brings something new, and I feel lucky to be part of someone’s   journey, cheering them on through challenges and celebrating their wins. The   role has taught me compassion, patience, and the power of small acts of   kindness. It’s incredibly rewarding, and I honestly can’t imagine doing   anything else.

Lifestyle Assistant

Age: 39

Gender: Male

I’m Dave, and   outside of support work I’m a pretty hands on and creative person. I enjoy   tinkering with computers, pulling things apart and fixing them, and I’m   always learning something new when it comes to tech. I ride a Suzuki Intruder   1500cc motorbike, which is one of my biggest passions. It gives me a sense of   freedom and adventure. Family is also really important to me; I’m a dad and   love spending time with my kids. Music is a big part of my life as well, with   rock and metal being my go to. I also enjoy the simple things, hanging out   with mates and exploring new ideas or projects.

I enjoy support work   because I genuinely like helping people live their best lives and achieve   their goals. For me, it’s not just a job, it’s about making a real difference   every day, whether that’s through providing practical assistance, being   someone to talk to, or helping people feel more independent and confident.   I’m approachable, reliable, and down to earth, which helps me build strong   connections with the people I support. I understand that everyone’s needs and   personalities are different, and I bring patience, respect, and a sense of   humour to my work. I take pride in being someone participants can depend on,   while also making sure they feel comfortable, valued, and heard.

Lifestyle Assistant

Age: 25

Gender: Male

 Active and love a good day outdoors. Have been practicing martial arts for 18 years and have competed internationally. I love gaming and am always keen for a good chat.

 I wanted to expand my horizons and what better way to do that by giving back to those who need it. The idea of being able to help people day after day is one of the best things I can imagine being able to do.