OUR TEAM

DEDICATED TO MAKING A POSITIVE DIFFERENCE

DCIRS currently has a diverse and skilled team of staff members. Please reach out so we can find the perfect fit for you!

Emily

Managing Director

I am the proud owner and manager of DCIRS Community Care. I have worked in Aged Care and disability for many years and as well as managing the business, I also work as an enrolled nurse within our local health facilities.

I have two teenage children and I enjoy playing the guitar and singing.

Donald has been my home for 13 years and I love the community environment of living in a small country town. I realised there was a need for services and decided to give back to my community by founding DCIRS. I am looking forward to the future and being able to support many more people to remain independent at home, and provide more sustainable jobs for the community. I am passionate about making a difference in others’ lives and hope that the business continues to flourish so that all community members who need assistance can access it.

Community Support Worker

Josie

I am currently employed as a professional Care Provider by DCIRS Community Care. I am friendly, energetic, motivated and organised. I aim to support and empower every person I encounter through work and life. I hope to make a difference to everyone I meet.

I obtained my Cert 1V in Community Services (Aged care) and have 18 years’ experience working in the Aged Care sector. I am trained to provide care to participants in both medical and personal capacities. I also hold a Cert 11 in Hospitality (Kitchen operations), Current Food Safety, CPR and First Aid Certificates. I have also been a registered Foster Carer, Family Day Care Provider and volunteer child carer over the past 30 years, meeting the educational, physical and mental needs of children with differing abilities and cross-cultural experiences. In my spare time I enjoy, family, reading, crafting and learning new things. I look forward to inspiring participants along their personal developmental journey across all ages.

Naomi

Community Support Worker | Education Officer

I’ve been working for DCIRS Community Care since October 2020. At home, I’m a mum of 2 primary school age children and enjoy spending time with family and friends. I also enjoy going on adventures and sightseeing.

This is my first time in the industry but I have always had a passion for helping people. I’ve previously studied Certificate II in community services and am very much enjoying my position here. I will also soon be going on to complete Certificate 3 in Individual Support. I am caring and compassionate and look forward to my growing future in this very rewarding career path.

Audrey

Community Support Worker | Administrative Assistant

My name is Audrey and was lucky enough to join the team at DCIRS Community Care in October 2022. I am friendly and outgoing, energetic, motivated, I love goals and challenges, meeting people and travelling.

I live in St Arnaud with Tessa and Bella my two dogs. Since immigrating to Australia from Scotland, my education and working journey has been amazing, reinventing myself for my next journey. I was working data entry and computer operation moving into accountancy, then headed back to university studying Aged Care and Disability.

I decided it was time to leave Melbourne get out of the rat race. I purchased a farm in Greens Creek (just outside Stawell) where we ran South African Boer Goats, Stud and Commercial farming for the meat market. We were the 3 rd biggest Boer Goat farm in Victoria. Prior to covid I sold the farm and went back to Scotland. During covid I did a refresher course in accountancy not knowing where my next journey would lead me to.

Then DCIRS came along and here I am – happy and loving my job. The staff, clients and participants are great to work with, making my job worth jumping out of bed each day.

Linda

Community Support Worker

I have been a foster mother for many years and have had some amazing children in my care. I’ve also worked in a day care and really enjoyed working with the children. Recently I completed a community care course and was lucky enough to get placement and now a position with DCIRS which I’m enjoying.

I’m a mother of seven wonderful children but have only got two at home now, I am extremely lucky to have eight beautiful and healthy grandchild who are my world. I enjoy gardening and listening to music my favourite band is AC/DC but what I enjoy the most is having a good chat over a cuppa with my friends and family.

Community Support Worker

Siane

I’ve been working for DCIRS Community Care since March 2021 I am a busy Mum of 4 Children aged 13 11 10 and 8. I enjoy going to the gym, gardening, being outdoors and travelling to see more of the world is my aim. I have a love for Indoor plants and coffee.

I’ve previously studied a Certificate 3 in Early Childhood and was looking for a change when becoming employed by Emily. I am enjoying my role and each day is different.

Community Support Worker

Monique

I recently returned to Donald where I was raised, with my fiancé and our 2 girls where we hope to raise them.

I’ve always wanted to settle in a small country town so my children can enjoy the fresh air and smell of a crop coming off over harvest. I am a personal carer and have been working in the industry for 6 years. I enjoy working with DCIRS as it allows me to build a relationship and get to know my clients.

Donna

Administration | Reception

For most of my working carer I’ve been employed in the customer service industry.

Due to health issues I had to retrain and was lucky enough to get work as an administrator with DCIRS Community Care I’m learning new things everyday which I enjoy and am loving my new role very much. I live in ST Arnaud with my partner Glyn and dog Tommy and have an adult daughter Kayla who lives in Melbourne. I enjoy listening to music and visiting with family and friends.

Craig

Operations Coordinator

Dedicated Christian and family man looking to make life’s experiences more positive for all.

Community Support Worker

Hayley

I’m Hayley, 23, dog mum to a very active Dalmatian and I’m a big Geelong cats fan. I’m a disability support worker and I really love my job. It’s very rewarding and I enjoy getting to meet new people and support them with the help they need.

Community Support Worker

Sharon

I'm Sharon married to Mat and we have 5 Children aged 14 to 23 and a Staffy Roxy. I decided to start working in the Disability & Ageing Support after years of being involved in football clubs as trainer, first responder. I just love to help people get back to doing what they want so l thought this is perfect for me. My life experiences have taught me a lot. I enjoy building relationships and connecting with people from all walks of life, my aim is to offer a more personal level of support, getting people to achieve their goals in life being independent, positive, confident, have fun and bring a smile.

I enjoy cooking, music, scrapbooking, renovating, motorbike riding, fishing, camping & supporting my family in track cycling events. The best thing about working with DCIRS and our clients is we are all like one big happy family and that sounds pretty good to me!

Shannon

Community Support Worker

I’m a mother of 2, Jayden & Sophie. I have a diploma in photography and I’m the Warracknabeal Santa photographer every year. I was born in Darwin and lived there 30 yrs before moving to Warracknabeal. I started working with DCIRS because of my neighbour. She and 3 children all have a disability. We became friends and she needed a carer so here I am. And now it's like I’m part of the family.

Community Support Worker

Emma-Lee

I’m Emma-Lee, mum of 2. I’m a support worker, I have been for near 3 years now and being able to help others achieve their goals and gain independence is why I love my job, it’s extremely rewarding.

Community Support Worker

Amy

Hey I’m Amy, I’m a mum to 2 little babes. I also have 2 cats. My favourite thing to do is go to the beach. I’m a personal carer and disability support worker and I really do love my job.

Carlee

Community Support Worker

My name is Carlee and I’m married with 4 Children. I grew up in Donald. I enjoy working in Aged Care and disability. When I’m not working, I love spending time with my family and 2 Dogs.

Paul

Community Support Worker

My name is Paul and I’m married with 4 Children. I enjoy all sports, love spending time with my family, and I really enjoy helping people and making a difference in people’s lives.