Melinda has been the CEO at Goulburn Options since September 2021.

 

Prior to Goulburn Options, she was the CEO at Menzies Support Services in Alexandra for several years after her family undertook a tree-change from Melbourne in 2017. This came after the sale of her RTO business, which she founded in 1999, and operated until it was sold in 2014. Melinda's RTO provided training in Aged Care, Disability Work and Nursing. 

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Melinda is passionate about staff development and training, and in building teams. She is dedicated to working with the Goulburn Options team to deliver upon our vision of the "biggest life possible" for our participants. 

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Contact Melinda

Phone 0357923192

E-mail ceo@goinc.org.au

Megan began her career at Goulburn Options in 2005 when she completed her Year 12 certificate. Megan was initially employed as an Administration Trainee Assistant and whilst engaging with various participants during this role, Megan discovered her life passion of Supporting People with Disability.

 

Throughout her employment, Megan has undertaken direct care work in all services and held various positions. She has completed education and training including Business Administration, Certificate IV in Disability and Advanced Diploma of Disability Management and has a special interest in Behaviour Support.

 

'I feel privileged to work in the role of Outcomes Manager within the management team, leading Goulburn Options as we continue to grow and develop under the NDIS. I am beyond proud to be part of such a committed and dynamic team that consistently goes above and beyond to ensure that our participant's needs are always met, and that they are supported to reach their full potential.'

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Contact Megan

Phone 0357923192

E-mail megan.h@goinc.org.au

Rebecca has devoted the entirety of her working career to Goulburn Options after joining the organisation at the age of 18. Rebecca has over 22 years of experience in the disability sector and is the longest standing employee of Goulburn Options.

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Beginning her employment as an Administration Trainee, Rebecca has worked across all areas of the organisation, including direct care in Day Programs, Flexible Supports, Short-Term Accommodation, and Supported Independent Living. With Rebecca’s exceptional work ethic, dedication, and her many years of accumulated knowledge, she is truly a valuable asset to the Goulburn Options team.

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Rebecca has seen Goulburn Options grow from 19 participants and 10 employees in 2001, to currently over 90 participants and 75 employees.

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“The majority of my role at Goulburn Options is sitting behind a desk, however I look forward to those moments when I get to engage face-to-face with participants and their families and support them to implement their plans to achieve their ‘biggest life possible.’”

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Contact Rebecca

Phone 0357923192

E-mail finance@goinc.org.au

Brittany started her career at Goulburn Options in 2015 in direct care work; whilst working at Goulburn Options Brittany has taken part in different roles and is now Disability Service Coordinator. Brittany has completed education and training including Certificate IV in Disability and Advanced Diploma in Community Sector Management.

 

'Working as Disability Services Coordinator,  I enjoy being able to support and guide our participants to achieve successful outcomes, both great and small. I also enjoy working alongside a team of staff who are passionate about providing participants with opportunities to live their ‘biggest life possible.'

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Contact Brittany

Phone 0357923192

E-mail brittany.j@goinc.org.au

Naomi began working at Goulburn Options in 2019 in the role of Business Services Assistant. Naomi has a Diploma in Accounting and has completed her Certificate IV in Disability. 

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'Goulburn Options to me, was a new beginning and I've enjoyed every moment of my time here. I not only work in the office, but also one on one with participants in our respite units which has been a fabulous experience for me, and a great way to give back to the staff and participants who welcomed me into the Goulburn Options family.'

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Contact Naomi

Phone 0357923192

E-mail naomi.d@goinc.org.au

Siobhan has recently joined the Goulburn Options Business Services Team as Administration Assistant. Her main background is in banking, in which she thrived in customer service, and making a difference in people's lives. She now brings her highly valuable skillset here to GO. 

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"Goulburn Options, to me, was a new beginning, and has been one of the best decisions. It is such a rewarding feeling to see and interact with participants and staff each day as they all do amazing work at GO. I'm so proud to be part of the team."

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Contact Siobhan

Phone 0357923192

E-mail siobhan.t@goinc.org.au

Jade is currently assisting the Support Services Coordinators and working with the Quality Management team. She has 15 years accounting background as well as Quality Systems, design and management. She has previously worked as a Support Worker and Systems Coordinator with disability services in NSW roles she felt a great passion for. When the opportunity to work at Goulburn Options presented itself, Jade was keen to join the team.

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“It is such a joy to see and interact with the participants each day when they attend services. Getting to know the participant and their families and hearing about the positive impact GO Inc has on their lives is the reason I love my job”

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Contact Jade

Phone 0357923192

E-mail jade.p@goinc.org.au

Prior to joining Goulburn Options, Bill spent almost a decade as a groundskeeper whilst also travelling and studying. He started his role as Support Services Assistant in June 2022, where he focusses on participant and employee programming, along with inputting information into the client management system. 

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Bill has found the position both challenging and rewarding, as the position is extremely dynamic in nature - changes occur by the minute. As his role pertains to the needs and goals of participants, Bill finds achievement in these aspects satisfying and fulfilling. 

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Contact Bill

Phone 0357923192

E-mail bill.s@goinc.org.au

Brylie has been working at Goulburn Options for almost 3 years. When she first began it was as a trainee, completing her Certificate IV in Disability. Soon, she was directly supporting many participants in Group Programs, SIL and Flexible Supports. 

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In October 2023, Brylie took on the role of Support Services Assistant - Outcomes, where she continues to learn about all aspects of the disability sector - not just direct care. Before Goulburn Options, Brylie wasn't sure what she wanted to do with her work life until a family friend suggested she try disability support work. She has loved it ever since. 

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Contact Brylie

Phone 0357923192

E-mail brylie.b@goinc.org.au

Danielle has recently joined the Goulburn Options Support Services Team as Administration Assistant. Previously, Danielle has completed a Bachelor of Business, and joins GO from a background of medical administration. Danielle is new to the team, but no stranger to GO - she grew up helping her Grandma at the GO Again Op Shop during the school holidays. 

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"Goulburn Options, to me, is a place that sparks joy in its participants and staff."

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Contact Danielle

Phone 0357923192

E-mail danielle.g@goinc.org.au

Bridget has been working here at Goulburn Options for 2.5 years. She began as a Disability Support Worker, and has recently taken up the role of Support Services Assistant (Programs) alongside Anna, Suzanne, Di, Brittany and Bill. ​

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Bridget is born and bred in Seymour, and is now raising her own family here. Her main background is hospitality management, through which she gotten to see some beautiful places in Australia. After having her children, Bridget wanted to get back into the workforce, but had lost a lot of confidence. A good friend gave her the courage and self-belief to apply at Goulburn Options, and she is now happy to report that it has been the best decision of her life. 

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Bridget is very passionate, dedicated and excited to be a part of the GO community and to make a difference in the lives of people with disability. 

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Contact Bridget

Phone 0357923192

E-mail bridget.s@goinc.org.au

Deb began as an instructor at Goulburn Options in September 2008, but has been employed in the health/disability sector for almost 25 years. She has completed her Certificate IV in Aged Care, Certificate IV in Disability, and an Advanced Diploma of Management. 

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Deb founded the Ragz Program in 2010, using unsellable clothing from our Go Again Op Shop, to make rags for local businesses. This began with just one bag a week, but, prior to the pandemic, reached a peak of over forty bags a month. 

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In 2017 Deb accepted the role as Program Assistant, undertaking administration tasks two days a week supporting Megan and Mandy. In 2018, Deb and Brittany shared the role of Disability Support Services Leader, supporting Megan with timetabling, respite, outing, and the Goulburn Options On Call phone. This became a full-time position for both. 

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In 2020, Deb was offered the position of Coordinator of the Goulburn Options Go Again Op Shop. She now oversees 30 volunteers, and the management of running the business, all while supporting participants to engage in a workplace environment within the community. 

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"It's a very rewarding role, working supporting our participants to achieve successful outcomes great and small. I am very passionate about providing a quality service for our participants and our Op Shop. I work with an amazing team of volunteers who always go above and beyond in every aspect of their role, making Go Again a profitable, and enjoyable business for all."

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Contact Deb

Phone 0357923192

E-mail deb.will@goinc.org.au

Suzanne moved to Seymour when she was 12 years old. Her partner is a local plumber born in Seymour. Suzanne has four beautiful children and nine grandchildren. She has previously worked at Woolworths for 10 years, then as a lifeguard/swim teacher for 14 years at the Mitchell Shire Leisure Centre in Seymour. Suzanne studied Nursing at Seymour TAFE, then worked at Barrabill House for 3 years, before joining Goulburn Options. She has now been here for 7 years. 

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Suzanne enjoys seeing the pleasure in all participants, whichever activity they participate in. Now, getting an opportunity to gain experience in an administration role, as TAC Assistant is great! Suzanne is dedicated to her job. She loves learning new things and helping all staff and participants to achieve outcomes.

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Contact Suzanne

Phone 0357923192

E-mail suzanne.h@goinc.org.au

Grace began working at Goulburn Options in June 2022, and has been taking every opportunity to learn as much about the disability sector as she can. Grace was drawn to Goulburn Options' exceptionally positive environment, and the everyday emphasis placed on our core values: diversity, equity, and capability. 

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Grace has previously achieved a Bachelor of Arts, and is now qualified with her Certificate IV in Disability.

She is as excited as she is proud to be a part of the Goulburn Options community. 

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Contact Grace

Phone 0357923192

E-mail grace.c@goinc.org.au