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Community based
staff category: Christine, group home Team Leader, Just Better Care Gold Coast
Christine was awarded the National Possible Award in recognition of her six-year commitment to support two young men living with disability.
Her colleagues say she is a source of motivation and inspiration with her positive and professional outlook, empathy for others, her persistence and tenacity in getting results.
Gold Coast Owner Bram Baker nominated Christine for the award. He said the two young men under her care have shown unprecedented progress thanks to the longevity and quality of the support provided by Christine over six years.
“She worked tirelessly to understand the young men’s diagnoses and develop care plans that provide them with the best opportunities to reach their goals,” Bram said.
“She has been a mentor for these young men and for the staff who provide support under her leadership.”
Christine’s award was announced at the Gold Coast long-serving staff award ceremony. Not usually a fan of the limelight, she was shocked and honoured to receive national recognition.
Christine said her greatest reward is knowing she’s helping to improve someone’s quality of life. “Seeing the young boys living their lives to the
fullest is so fulfilling. It means everything to me. Being able to make a difference in someone’s life gives me great joy,” she said.
Christine shows a genuine desire for people to live the life they want with dignity and fun.”
Office based staff category:
Leanne, Finance Manager, Just Better Care Central Coast
Leanne joined Just Better Care 10 years ago with a strong desire to make a difference.
“I originally applied for the position because I love working with the elderly and helping people,” Leanne said.
“I’m passionate about providing the services that everyone needs so they can live life to the fullest. Everyone deserves the opportunity to reach their goals.”
Just Better Care Central Coast Director Verity Gannon, who nominated Leanne, said she is skilled, hard-working and has been an integral part of the business’s recent growth.
“Leanne brings a vast amount of industry knowledge to her role,” Verity said.
“She has helped so many Just Better Care Central Coast customers over the years to ensure that they get the support needed to keep their independence.”
Leanne found out about her award at
a surprise afternoon tea with her colleagues. “I was speechless. I’m very overwhelmed,
honoured and grateful for the recognition,” she said.
“I couldn’t have done it without the inspiration I’ve received from Verity and my colleagues out
in the field. I’ve got the greatest respect for all of them.”
Leanne is loved by everyone, as she takes a caring and friendly approach to every customer and every situation.”
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