Our team
Meet the people behind the care
Our team of dedicated support workers, nurses, allied health professionals, and coordinators are united by one purpose — helping NDIS participants live their best lives.
NDIS Registered Provider — Gold Coast, Brisbane & TweedPeople who genuinely care
Every member of our team is carefully selected not just for their qualifications, but for their compassion, reliability, and commitment to person-centred support. We believe the right team makes all the difference.
All team members hold current NDIS Worker Screening Clearances, Working with Children Checks (where applicable), and relevant qualifications for their role. We invest in ongoing training and professional development so our team can deliver the highest standard of care.
Founder & Director
Sarah Mitchell
Sarah founded Care in Disability Services Australia with a vision to create a provider that truly puts participants first. With over 15 years of experience in disability and community services, she leads the organisation with warmth, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to quality care.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Social Work
- NDIS Quality & Safeguards Certified
- Certificate IV in Disability
Operations Manager
James Nguyen
James oversees the day-to-day operations of our support services, ensuring every participant receives consistent, high-quality care. He brings a background in healthcare administration and a hands-on approach to problem-solving.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Health Services Management
- Certificate IV in Disability
- NDIS Worker Screening Cleared
Registered Nurse & Clinical Lead
Priya Sharma
Priya leads our clinical team, overseeing community nursing care, wound management, and continence support. She is passionate about delivering evidence-based care with a personal touch, and mentors our support workers in best-practice clinical techniques.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Nursing (Registered Nurse)
- Certificate in Wound Management
- NDIS Worker Screening Cleared
Senior Support Coordinator
Daniel Okafor
Daniel works closely with participants and their families to navigate the NDIS, build meaningful support plans, and connect people with the right services. He is known for his patience, advocacy, and ability to make complex systems feel manageable.
Qualifications
- Diploma of Community Services
- Certificate IV in Disability
- NDIS Worker Screening Cleared
Physiotherapist
Emma Thornton
Emma is a qualified physiotherapist specialising in disability and rehabilitation. She works with participants to improve mobility, manage pain, and build the physical capacity to engage more fully in daily life and community activities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Physiotherapy
- AHPRA Registered
- NDIS Worker Screening Cleared
Exercise Physiologist
Marcus Webb
Marcus designs and delivers individualised exercise programs for NDIS participants, helping them build strength, improve function, and achieve their health and wellbeing goals. He has a particular interest in supporting participants with neurological and musculoskeletal conditions.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Exercise Physiology
- ESSA Accredited
- NDIS Worker Screening Cleared
What makes our team different
Thorough screening
Every team member holds a current NDIS Worker Screening Clearance and relevant checks before working with participants.
Ongoing training
We invest in continuous professional development so our team stays current with best practices in disability support.
Careful matching
We take time to match participants with support workers who suit their personality, goals, and communication style.
Consistent support
We aim to provide consistent support workers so participants can build trust and familiarity over time.
Want to join our team?
We're always looking for passionate, qualified people to join Care in Disability Services Australia. If you share our values and want to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.