Opening Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm

Meet Our Team Members

Ashleigh Flower

Support Coordinator

Ashleigh (Ash) joined the Hively team as a Support Coordinator in early 2023. Ash is highly experienced, both lived and learned, in the human services and disability sector.

Ash loves working with people of all ages and disability, but she has a soft spot for working with young people (those under 15) who have a neurological condition (such as Autism) or who are experiencing developmental delay.

Ash has previously worked providing direct intervention and support as a Behaviour Therapist and within her own practice Ash has a strong focus on Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT). Ash is nearing completion of her Bachelor of Counselling with the Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors and looks forward to continuing her career in the disability sector.

Ash was born and raised in Central Coast (NSW) but decided to join us in the sunny state! Outside of work she enjoys spending time with her husband, young son and Labrador, Cleo!

Nicolette is an experienced managing director, with a background in human rights law.

This includes advisory roles government and the not-for-profit sector.

Nicolette is a strong disability advocate, providing advocacy support and legal advice for those participating in the Administrative Appeals Tribunal process.

As a mother of three young children, two with disability, Nicolette brings unique perspective and experience to Hively and is passionate about working with people to achieve positive outcomes.

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Tiffany is the Team Leader of Support Coordination at Hively. Tiffany has a wealth of knowledge for all things NDIS and the broader disability sector, working in this space for almost 5 years.

Prior to joining Hively, Tiffany worked in complex mental health settings with a focus on holistic supports for those who were discharging from a mental health ward back to their home.

Tiffany has completed a Bachelor of Psychological Science and is currently studying a Masters in Forensic Mental Health. Forensics is a space Tiffany finds incredibly interesting and an area she hopes to explore further someday.

Outside of work Tiffany enjoys playing video games, baking treats or crafting (including a secret passion for Lego). She often is spending time with her friends, family and fur baby, Douglas.

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Sarah is a dedicated Support Coordinator, bringing a wealth of lived and learned experience of disability across all ages.

Our neurological and paediatric participants are particularly close to Sarah’s heart. She has a young family herself and experience with family members who are on the spectrum. Sarah had a life-changing diagnosis of epilepsy in her mid-twenties. Petit Mal/Absence Seizures necessitated a career change, and we are delighted to have Sarah on our team!

Outside of work, Sarah has a busy home life with her husband Sam. They are live-in carers for Sam’s grandmother, parents to two young children and have 3 cats and 2 dogs! This includes one of our very own Happiness Consultants, Stanley.

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Shileen has a dynamic background spanning Support Work and School Leave Employment Support prior to stepping into Support Coordination. She brings a wealth of experience and compassion to her role, having worked within the sector for over 5 years

Shileen has a dedication to client of all ages but has a particular passion for working with the elderly and paediatrics. As well as those navigating complex mental health challenges, ASD and ADHD to name a few.

She has almost finished diploma of community services in addition to her other qualifications. She plans to stay within the helping sector.

Balancing a fulfilling career with family life, Shileen is a proud parent of two children. Outside of work she enjoys immersing herself in the world of video games and metal music. Her home is a lively one, shared with two playful cats (Bendy & Paul) and a chirpy bird (Mango).

 

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Ashleigh is one of our amazing Support Coordinators, having worked within the Disability Sector for almost 10 years. This includes working with participants to provide support through equine activities.

Ashleigh has a special interest in Equine Assisted Therapies and Activities and has obtained her Equestrian Australia Coaching and Riding for Disabled Australia Coaching Certificates.

Ashleigh particularly enjoys working with those who are neurodiverse, helping people navigate the barriers they may face. She deeply understands the importance of having a great team to support you to reach your goals.

Ashleigh loves the countryside, living rurally with her husband and young daughter. Outside of work you will find her with her horses, spending time with her family or cuddling up to her numerous furry friends whilst gaming or watching anime.

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Alistair is a trained therapy dog, providing emotional regulation support to the children of Hively’s Managing Director, Nicolette. He is also a big fan of cuddles when in the office with the Hively team!

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Doug is 7 years young and a rescue cattle dog. Doug is Team Leader Tiffany’s fur baby and loves office play dates with Alistair! And also napping!

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Stanley is the pampered kitty of our Lead Administrator, Sarah. Stanley is a mischievous cat with a penchant for running along walls and generally demanding attention!

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