Benita Simons

 

Support Coordinator - Geelong

Benita is passionate about empowering participants and their families to make the most of their NDIS plans. She takes great care to ensure they clearly understand their plans and feel supported to achieve their NDIS goals. With extensive experience across the health and disability sectors, Benita has worked in a variety of roles and enjoys connecting with participants of all ages.

She holds a Master of Social Work from Monash University and brings both expertise and empathy to her work.

Outside of her professional life, Benita loves going on adventures with her two children. She also enjoys running (albeit very slowly), knitting, learning to crochet, and getting lost in a good book.

Benita has completed a range of professional development including:

  • Yellow Ladybugs Conference Supporting Autistic Girls 2023

  • Professional Resilience Training - Michelle Bihary

  • Support Coordination Workshop - DSC

  • Yellow Ladybugs Conference Supporting Autistic Girls Conference 2024

Qualifications:

Graduate Degree of Psychology - Monash University
Graduate Degree of Psychology (Advanced) - Monash University
Master of Social Work – Monash University