WEYA is not a national franchise. The clinical leadership is local, named, and reachable. The team behind every shift is small, dedicated, and trained to the same standard.
The wider team
Every WEYA team member completes the in-person Clinical Training Framework before their first shift. Brisbane, Gold Coast, Northern NSW.
Director & Occupational Therapist
Josh is the Director of WEYA and a qualified Occupational Therapist. He designs and owns the WEYA Clinical Training Framework, runs intake for complex referrals, and trains the team in-person on ADLs, prescription, manual handling, and behaviour literacy. Calm, direct, contactable.
Senior Team Leader
Bachelor of Psychological Science with 11 years working in disability and behavioural support. Kahli started her career supporting adolescents with severe behavioural complexity, placements that demand reading escalation as a clinical signal, holding routine when nothing else does, and never confusing distress with non-compliance. Today she leads WEYA's psychosocial and intellectual disability casework. The team leaders consult her. New support workers learn from her. Operations hold together because she is in the room.
Gold Coast Team Leader
I'm 24, and I live on the Gold Coast. I am skilled and confident in providing self-care supports, accessing community resources, and diligently working towards achieving participants' goals. In my leisure time, I enjoy surfing and exploring the beautiful beaches. I have just finished my Cert 4 in Individual Support.
Brisbane Team Leader
A highly motivated Psychology with Criminology graduate, passionate about mental health advocacy. Experienced in supporting individuals with mental health disorders, disabilities, and addictions. I have worked collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to provide person-centred support. I strive to assist individuals in strengthening their well-being and independence.
Team Leader — Paediatrics
With four years of experience and currently studying speech pathology, I have a deep passion for helping people realise their dreams and goals. In my spare time, I revel in spending time with friends and visiting the beach. I find great joy and fulfilment in assisting others on their journey, especially in navigating life's challenges and embracing new opportunities for growth.
Admin & Rostering
I'm studying teaching, driven by a love for fostering growth. With three years in support work and as our admin and rostering expert, I blend nurturing, support, and organisational skills to empower and streamline operations.
Support Worker
Hello, my name is Chelsea and I am a fun and loving girl from the Sunshine Coast. Helping people is something that comes naturally to me, especially providing a sense of support however I can for whoever I can. I am studying psychology at university and plan to become a clinical psychologist with my own practice, focused on a connection-based approach. I am now Brisbane-based.
Support Worker
I'm currently in my second year of Occupational Therapy and find helping people incredibly rewarding. I'm passionate about supporting people to maintain their independence and achieve their goals. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, playing touch football and tennis, going on bush walks, and cooking. I am Brisbane-based.
Support Worker
I'm Sarah. I like to approach things in life with compassion, an open mind, and without judgement. I have a genuine passion for helping others and I want to use this to support people to be their best selves. In my personal life I love getting to experience new cultures and meet interesting people from all walks of life when I am travelling. When I am home, I feel like my best self when I am enjoying a good cup of coffee, a day at the beach, or a hike with close friends. I am Brisbane-based.
Support Worker
As a recent psychology graduate, I'm passionate about supporting people to feel heard, valued, and respected. I'm dedicated to making a positive difference by encouraging independence in ways that recognise each person's unique strengths, goals, and preferences. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time in nature or unwinding with a good book. I'm trained in Personal Care, transfers, and manual handling. I am Brisbane-based.
Support Worker
I'm currently a fourth-year occupational therapy student and have been doing support work for three years. I have worked with clients in paediatrics, mental health, and aged care. I love being a support worker as it allows me to help individuals achieve their goals and make a difference in their lives. In my spare time I like to cook, hang out with friends and family, go for long walks, and go to the beach. I am Northern Gold Coast-based.
Support Worker
I chose to be a Support Worker because I love helping others making their day enjoyable and helping them work towards their goals. I also work as a group fitness coach and casual SLSO. I love spending time with my children and my dog, hiking in the hinterland, reading and spending time at the beach.
Support Worker
In my leisure time I love to walk my dog and hang out with my family. My purpose as a support worker is to foster independence, build meaningful connections within the community, and to aid the individuals I am lucky enough to support in achieving meaningful accomplishments. I also help run all the events for WEYA.
Support Worker
Being a support worker resonates with my passion for assisting others. I find great joy in helping people enhance their lifestyle habits. Outside of work, I'm often found gardening or spending quality time with animals, activities that reflect my nurturing nature.
Support Worker
Hi, I'm Charli. I'm 21 and I'm a support worker because I am genuinely passionate about helping others achieve their goals. I'm a creative and positive person who loves art, baking, and spending time at the beach. I strive to bring warmth, patience, and kindness to every shift, and I pride myself on creating a comfortable, supportive environment where we can have a laugh while focusing on what's important to you.
Support Worker
I am an energetic, empathetic 24-year-old. I love the beach, outdoors, shopping and anything to do with sports and fitness. I love being a support worker as I love having a positive impact on someone's day-to-day life. I'm outgoing and very easy to get along with.
Support Worker
I'm a kind, reliable, and driven 22-year-old who's passionate about helping others feel supported, confident, and more independent. I love building real connections and being someone people can trust. Support work means a lot to me because it gives me the chance to make a positive impact in someone's everyday life.
Support Worker
Hi, I'm Erin. In my spare time you may find me outdoors, running, surfing, looking after animals and doing art. I have a background in Occupational Therapy and am passionate about helping others maximise their potential and realise their goals. After returning from my travels, I am keen to reconnect with the local community. I service from Ballina up to the Tweed Shire.
Support Worker
I chose to be a support worker because I enjoy seeing other people grow and develop and work towards their goals. In my spare time you will catch me surfing, hiking, or walking my dog Rocket.
Support Worker
I am studying psychology. I love to make an impact on people and help in their lives wherever possible. I aim to build trusting relationships with whoever I may be working with, particularly children. My empathy for others allows for more meaningful connections. When not working, I love to enjoy relaxing in nature and baking or cooking.
Support Worker
I have a passion for helping people and have been a support worker for three years and absolutely love it. I play rugby and surf in my spare time. I am currently studying occupational therapy at university.
Support Worker
With over 20 years of experience working with children, I'm passionate about creating safe, engaging, and supportive environments where kids can thrive. Whether it's through structured activities or playful moments, I love helping children feel seen, heard, and empowered.
Support Worker
I have a diploma in early childhood education and love helping others reach their goals. I enjoy baking, keeping fit, going to the beach, and travelling.
Support Worker
I became a support worker about four years ago looking for a change. I was drawn to the opportunity to help people get more out of life and make a real difference. I've never regretted it and love seeing how my experience and support can help people in any way they see fit.
Support Worker
I am a compassionate and dedicated disability support worker with extensive experience in home care and aged care, having worked in New Zealand. I specialise in providing care for individuals with dementia, ensuring they receive the highest level of comfort, respect, and support.
Support Worker
I value being a support worker because I am a compassionate and patient person who is passionate about helping others live with dignity, independence, and choice. Supporting people in a way that positively impacts their daily life truly motivates me. I value building respectful, trusting relationships and providing support that meets individual needs.
Support Worker
Studying engineering and with over four years as a support worker in personal care and community access, I love blending my problem-solving skills with my passion for helping others. Outside work, walking my dog and enjoying the outdoors keep me refreshed.
Support Worker
I'm passionate about being a support worker because I love bringing positivity, care, and encouragement into people's lives, helping them feel confident, supported, and valued every day.
Support Worker
I enjoy gardening, animals, family and anything adrenaline-packed. I have been a support worker for 12 years and have stayed doing it for so long because I thoroughly enjoy what I do, and because I get a great deal of satisfaction from seeing people kick goals and grow.
One standard
Whether you meet them on day one or year five, every face above has completed the WEYA Clinical Training Framework. Hoists, manual handling, complex feeding, behaviour literacy. A clinician in the room, not a video module.
Every enquiry and referral acknowledged within 12 hours by an OT or a senior team member — not a salesperson.