Footsteps Community Services - Therapy and Disability Support in Brisbane, Gold Coast, Logan, and Ipswich

Meet our team

Our experienced team are passionate about empowering you, increasing your choice and independence, and maximising your quality of life. 

We carefully pair our clients with the team member(s) we believe can best support you, but we understand you may already have a team member in mind.

Find the right support for you

Our team of therapists, positive behaviour support practitioners, support coordinators, registered nurses and social workers are committed to supporting you on your journey. 

Each of our team members are trained and highly experienced at working with clients with a variety of needs. Many have lived experience and particular areas of specialty, but we all share a passion for supporting you to achieve your goals.

Our Management team

With over 150 years combined industry experience, our dedicated management team are focused on ensuring you receive the highest quality support services.

Jay Harrison CEO of Footsteps
Jay Harrison
Chief Executive Officer & Clinical Director
Kerry Harrison Director PBS Registered Nurse
Kerry Harrison
Director of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) & Nursing
Mickael Blanc
Mickael Blanc
General Manager
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Jevon Harrison
Finance & Administration Manager
Mick Neill Support coordination brisbane
Mick Neill
Growth and Relationship Manager

Determined to bring more meaning to my professional life, several years ago I decided to change careers. In the disability sector, I began as a support worker and progressed to Support Coordination. I am passionate about helping clients to achieve their goals and increase their independence and I take great joy in being part of their journey.

I have built a strong network to ensure my participants are connected with providers who engage promptly and effectively assist in reaching their goals. I am a family man with a wife and four children. I love the outdoors, especially the beach, camping, and fishing.

Karen Young Support Coordination Brisbane
Karen Young
Support Coordination Manager

With over 25 years of experience in the community services industry, I am passionate about helping people and making a meaningful difference in their lives. I have built a diverse and impactful career across several key sectors, including the NDIS and aged care.

I maintain a strong focus on client care, training, and team leadership, and am committed to improving client outcomes and fostering environments where my team and clients thrive. Outside of Footsteps, I enjoy spending time with my husband and two children, cherishing family moments, and creating lasting memories.

Julie Wheeler Therapist Brisbane
Julie Wheeler
Therapy Team Leader

I am the team leader for individual therapy at Footsteps and I consider myself an eclectic therapist. I adopt a strength-based perspective, meaning I incorporate various theories to suit the client and utilise the strengths of each individual client.

I have been in the community services industry for over ten years and have both a counselling and social work background. My clients ages vary, from the very young to the elderly, and I have a particular speciality in working with clients that have complex psychological needs.

Our Administration & Support team

Bianca Allard Positive Behaviour Support Brisbane
Bianca Allard-Watson
Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner

Hi! My name is Bianca, I am a Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner and Personal Assistant. I have been working with Footsteps Community Services for 3 years and plan on being here many more. Originally, I started my career in the health sector 7 years ago working as a support worker, but through my studies at university I have an end goal of becoming a registered Occupational Therapist.

My interests consist of reading, cozy gaming and aerial aerobics. I enjoy working with all age groups but have an affinity for aged care. Every day I try and put forward my best self and seek to uplift others around me.

Sheila Satire
Sheila Satorre
Executive Assistant
Harley Nelson Finance Officer
Harley Nelson
Finance Officer

Introducing Harley, she is full of energy and passion in every aspect of life. When not in the office she is living her best life on a small homestead with pet ducks and bountiful gardens.

Harley has been with Footsteps since 2022, beginning as an Admin Assistant, and working hard to achieve the role of Finance Officer. Having just completed a Master’s Degree in Business, she strives to continue her career taking on any challenge she can. While most appreciated for her diverse perspective she nestled perfectly into her Finance Role as “numbers always make sense”.

Emma Wagensveld Administration Support
Emma Wagensveld
Administration Support

My name is Emma, and I am an Administration Support in the back-of-house operations at Footsteps. In this role, I am responsible for establishing Service Agreements for our clients, ensuring that all services are properly documented and customised to meet their specific needs.

In addition to my professional responsibilities, I have a deep passion for music, both as a listener and as a performer.

Meet our team of therapy dogs

Our therapy dogs play an integral role in providing comfort and support to everyone they meet.

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Padfoot (Paddy)
Labrador x Kelpie
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Tyson
Shih tzu x Poodle
Brown Labradoodle Therapy Dog
Neville
Labradoodle
Job opportunities in mental health and disability services in Brisbane, Logan, Ipswich, Toowoomba, Scenic Rim and the Gold Coast.

Join the Footsteps team

We believe in thinking differently and we encourage our team to do the same. Our collaborative team are committed to making a difference in the community and in the lives of the people we support.