Director & Support Worker

During the past seven years, my professional journey in the disability sector has been both fulfilling and transformative. I have a passion for making a positive impact in people lives which led me to this field, where I've had the privilege of working with individuals with diverse needs, behaviours, and abilities.

From the outset, I embraced the challenges, understanding the importance of creating inclusive and supportive environments. What sets my approach apart is a genuine love for my job. My passion for sport and recreation has led me to build this space for people with disabilities to come and find their passion too!

Secretary & Support Worker

I am a dedicated professional with a passion for making a positive impact in the disability community. Over the past six years, I have immersed myself in the field, showcasing a remarkable commitment to enhancing the lives of those with disabilities.

I believe I have a caring and compassionate nature, I approach my work with a genuine empathy that resonates with the individuals that I support. An ability to connect with people on a personal level, beyond the professional realm, creating a sense of trust and comfort for those I support.

Support Worker/Mentor

I have a passion for supporting others to build their skills and achieve their goals. I feel everyone has the right to live their best quality of life, feel confident within themselves, and maintain independence.

I believe living an active lifestyle and moving your body the correct way influences these factors by naturally increasing our overall health and well-being.

Support Worker/Mentor

I enjoy being a support worker because I can make a positive difference in someone’s day. Helping people feel confident, supported, and more independent is genuinely rewarding.

I also believe it’s important for participants to stay active, both in the community and through physical activity, because it supports their confidence, life skills, and overall mental wellbeing. Encouraging people to be involved, included, and healthy is a big part of why I find this job so fulfilling.

Support Worker/Mentor

I enjoy being a support worker because I love working directly with people and helping those in our community.

It’s important for participants to be active and involved in the community, as it creates a sense of belonging, builds confidence in social settings, and encourages a healthy, active lifestyle.

Support Worker/Mentor

I'm passionate about helping others and enjoy working with people. After many years in hospitality, I feel fortunate to now support participants in building skills, forming connections, and achieving their goals. Seeing their smiles when they try new things and embrace challenges is incredibly rewarding.

Staying active and getting outdoors, especially in our beautiful Riverland community, is essential for well-being. The sunshine and fresh air, along with the connections we build, truly do wonders for us. We're lucky to have such a vibrant, supportive community that encourages us to stay engaged and energised.

Support Worker/Mentor

I love helping others, especially in a fun environment. Riverland Active provides this through diverse programs that support different hobbies and strengths while making every day unique.

Being active in the community is a great way to meet like-minded people, expand social circles, and show you care about the region. Having been heavily involved in sport my whole life, I’ve found it’s an easy way to socialise in a fun, goal-driven setting.

Support Worker/Mentor

Being a support worker is a incredibly rewarding job. It allows me to make a positive difference in people’s lives by helping them achieve their goals, build their confidence and independence. Though I’ve only been with Riverland Active for a short time I feel that I’m already building connections with participant that I can be someone they can rely on for support and guidance.

I believe it’s important for our participants to be active and apart of the community as it allows them to explore their interests and build meaningful connections. It shows them that they are valued and just as important to our community as anyone else would be.

Support Worker/Mentor

I try to put myself in their shoes and treat each participant the way I would want my own loved ones to be treated. I value the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of others who may not always be able to defend themselves, and to bring more happiness into their lives. It’s important that they feel heard and taken seriously.

I believe it’s vital for their physical and mental health to be active and engaged in a community, to feel that they truly belong in the wider world.

Support Worker/Mentor

I love being a support worker as I enjoy supporting individuals in their activities and helping them learn new things, by supporting clients it allows them to

build confidence within themselves and it helps me learn aswell!

I think its super important for participants to be out and about in the community as it works on their social skills and lets them socialise with others, this allows them to enjoy life & do the things they love!

Support Worker/Mentor

I love being able to put a smile on our participants’ faces, seeing them interact with others and have fun is very rewarding to me!

I understand how important physical activity is for our overall health and mental wellbeing, it gives us a great sense of confidence and is an awesome stress relief. Team-based games also help to build our social capacity, assisting in many other aspects of our lives alongside community engagement. This can really uphold our sense of belonging and gives us something to look forward to each day!

Support Worker/Mentor

I enjoy being a support worker because I feel a real sense of purpose in supporting our participants to gain confidence in achieving their goals. As a support worker, it's my responsibility to promote healthy lifestyles and encourage positive mental wellbeing.

It's important for our participants to be active within our community because it helps individuals build relationships, develop skills, and feel connected locally.

Support Worker/Mentor

I am a very caring and patient person, and I enjoy helping our participants feel supported and valued. I find it really rewarding to know that even small things I do can make someone’s day better and can help them feel more confident and independent. I am very passionate about making our participants feel included and respected.

I think it’s important for our participants to be active and involved in the community because everyone deserves to feel like they belong. Being a part of the community can help people build friendships that can last a lifetime, gain confidence, and improve their wellbeing. Being active can also help with physical and mental wellbeing.

Support Worker/Mentor

I enjoy being a support worker because I get to make a positive difference in people’s lives. I like helping people achieve their goals, build their independence, and support them to live the life they want.

Being out in the community and active is important because everyone deserves to feel connected and included.

Seeing a participant smile, build confidence, make new friendships, or achieve something they didn’t think they could do is one of the most rewarding parts of being a support worker. Those moments are what make my heart feel full and remind me why I love what I do.

Support Worker/Mentor

Being a support worker brings me so much joy. Simply seeing a participant happy and smiley makes my day great! I am passionate about helping create a positive impact for our participants wherever possible, and I love to help them achieve their individualised goals and support them in everyday life moments.

Being active is super important because it plays a crucial role in supporting overall health and wellbeing. It also creates the opportunity for our participants to build lasting friendships and meaningful connections within our wonderful Riverland community.