We've got great news about Positive Behaviour Support in Wollongong

We’re excited to welcome two behaviour support practitioners to our team in Wollongong. More practitioners and faster, easier access to Positive Behaviour Support is big news for an area where many NDIS providers historically have long wait times. If you’re looking for Positive Behaviour Support in Wollongong, we look forward to supporting you. Please feel welcome to make a referral on our website anytime.

Where do we offer Positive Behaviour Support in Wollongong?

Our Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) practitioners are located throughout Wollongong, Shellharbour and Kiama. We travel up to 30 minutes, one way, to visit NDIS participants, their families and support team, to understand their needs, carry out assessments and provide training and coaching.

At times, we travel further to visit clients and we can also offer telePBS, which is simply Positive Behaviour Support through video call or over the phone. Some PBS practitioners provide a combination of in-person support and telePBS, we work with NDIS participants and their support team to find out what works best for you.

When we do meet in person, we come to you! There’s no need for you to travel to a clinic or office, we visit you at a time and place that works for you. Sometimes this might be at home, school, supported accommodation or day centre.

We also support NDIS participants in the northern Illawarra and through to the Sutherland Shire, Campbelltown and Liverpool as well as the Southern Highlands, southern Illawarra and the NSW south coast.

Meet our PBS practitioners in Wollongong

Our Positive Behaviour Support practitioners in Wollongong offer diverse qualifications and experience. We’re grateful to have each of them on board and for their person-centred approach to Positive Behaviour Support.

Amber McCormack is a Behaviour Support Practitioner who supports NDIS participants within 30 minutes drive of Helensburgh, including suburbs in the Sutherland Shire such as Engadine, Loftus and Kirrawee. Amber also supports NDIS participants north of Wollongong, from Fairy Meadow to Bulli, Coledale, Clifton and Stanwell Park. Amber is committed to providing NDIS participants with compassionate and person-centred Positive Behaviour Support.

Bec Gordon is a Behaviour Support Practitioner and Team Leader in Nowra. Bec is a psychology graduate who also completed a Certificate IV in Disability and a Bachelor of Music, majoring in Performance/Voice. Bec uses her skills across these areas to provide a holistic and person centred approach to her Behaviour Support Services.

Emma Fumini is a Behaviour Support Practitioner supporting NDIS participants in the Illawarra region, particularly in the northern suburbs from Fairy Meadow and Balgownie through to Russell Vale, Bulli and Thirroul. With a Bachelor of Science (Psychology) and Certificate IV in Disability, Emma supports individuals with disabilities to live their best lives. She is driven to reduce restrictive practices and ensure the rights and freedoms of individuals are upheld.

Harry Roden is a Behaviour Support Practitioner in Shellharbour, supporting NDIS participants in the Illawarra, from Oak Flats, Flinders and Shell Cove, through to Kiama and Gerringong, as well as NDIS participants closer to Wollongong. Harry’s work as a Behaviour Support Practitioner is shaped by tertiary qualifications in Human Services and Positive Behaviour Support and experience supporting young men with autism and individuals living in Supported Independent Living (SIL).

Lauren Hutchinson is a Behaviour Support Practitioner based in Shellharbour, with tertiary qualifications in psychology, counselling and psychotherapy. Lauren is passionate about providing psychoeducation, skill building and ensuring people feel well supported to improve their lives. She works with all ages, although has extensive experience supporting children and young people with ADHD, autism, and intellectual disabilities as well as supporting children who have experienced trauma or are living in out-of-home care.

Leonie MacDonald is a Behaviour Support Practitioner based in the northern suburbs of Wollongong. Leonie completed a Bachelor of Psychology and is currently studying towards a Master’s of Counselling. Leonie has extensive experience working with NDIS providers including working as a specialist support coordinator. Leonie has supported individuals of all ages and has extensive experience in hospital discharge planning, out of home care, and working with people who have experienced homelessness, dual diagnoses, mental health, younger onset dementia and substance use.

Mackenzie Hill is a Behaviour Support Practitioner located south of Wollongong. Mackenzie completed a Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) and is currently in the process of obtaining her Masters in Clinical Psychology. She has years of experience working with children, their families and their supports, with a range of different diagnoses including Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Global Development Delay (GDD).

Natalie Lofty is a Behaviour Support Practitioner and Team Leader in Shellharbour. Natalie’s experience as a disability support worker gives her a unique understanding of Positive Behaviour Support and influences her approach to her work. Natalie completed a Bachelor of Community Services, Certificate III and IV in Disability Work and is trained in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention.

Stacey Davidson is a Behaviour Support Practitioner located in the Illawarra region, Stacey has over 20 years experience supporting vulnerable people in the community. She completed a Bachelor of Social Work, Graduate Certificate in Positive Behaviour Support and is currently completing a Graduate Certificate in Managing Youth Self-Harm and Suicide.

Stephen Holmes is a Senior Behaviour Support Practitioner and Team Leader located not far from Shellharbour. Stephen has extensive Positive Behaviour Support experience, a Masters of Criminology and has supported people with disabilities for over 25 years.

Each of our behaviour support practitioners benefit from 1-1 mentoring and clinical supervision. We provide supportive and structured guidance for each practitioner as they progress through the NDIS Positive Behaviour Support Capability Framework. We offer ongoing training in Positive Behaviour Support, disability support, leadership, communication access and more.

Make a referral for Positive Behaviour Support in Wollongong

Referrals can be made online by visiting our website or clicking on our referral link. We look forward to supporting you. If you have any questions, please feel welcome to contact our team on 1300 694 625.

*Originally published September 2022, updated February 2025.