Our Team

Rhys

Director

With over 6 years of experience in the disability sector, Director, Rhys Anderson has a vast range of experience supporting NDIS participants to achieve their goals. Having completed a Bachelor of Psychological Science in 2019 at Deakin University, Rhys then went on to manage a team of Peer Mentors at another NDIS service provider before deciding to commence operations with Empower Possibility Supports (EPS) in 2022. Outside of EPS, Rhys loves sports, in particular footy, cricket and basketball. He also loves hanging out with friends, collecting vinyls, board games, and exercise. Rhys loves being able to work with a passionate team of dedicated Peer Mentors at EPS and he loves being able to see the gradual growth in participants in working towards their goals as well as building their overall capacity.

Ethan

Administration

Ethan has completed a Certificate III in Community Services in 2021. Ethan has also volunteered in the industry prior to commencing at EPS. In his spare time, Ethan enjoys video gaming, reading, anime, hanging out with friends and family, as well as watching TV shows/movies. Ethan loves working in administration as he enjoys working to help everyone in the Peer Mentor Team and hopes for this to be a stepping stone towards more career opportunities in the future.

Alivia

Peer Mentor

Alivia is 19 years old and has been a Peer Mentor with EPS since April 2023. Alivia has recently commenced studying a Diploma of Mental Health. Alivia loves music, the environment, art, going to the gym, and sports in general, in particular basketball. Alivia has a long-term goal of becoming a firefighter in the years to come and is currently completing her CFA training. Alivia is very passionate about supporting her
participants to develop independence and is looking forward to giving back to the
community.

Anastacia

Peer Mentor

Anastacia is commencing a Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) to help compliment her work with her participants. In her spare time, Anastacia loves anything to do with music, such as playing guitar, singing and songwriting. Anastacia would love to one day complete a music therapy course that would help incorporate her music into supporting participants. Anastacia also enjoys fishing, reading, cooking, baking, and creating art such as painting, drawing, and making jewellery. Anastacia is passionate about being a Peer Mentor as she loves to help her participants learn new skills while also helping her participants through difficult times and being a person that they can talk to.

Brodie

Peer Mentor

Brodie is currently studying a Certificate III in Individual Support. In his spare time,
Brodie enjoys music, TV shows, movies, and sports, in particular basketball, AFL, and
NFL. Brodie is very passionate about music – Brodie can play guitar and drums, and
he is currently learning to play the bass guitar. Brodie has also studied the Chinese
Mandarin language in the past and has retained a fair portion since concluding his
studies. Brodie is passionate about being a part of the Peer Mentor service as he is
interested in learning more about disability as a whole and how he may be able to
help or assist someone who may need his support.

Caleb

Peer Mentor

Caleb is currently planning to study a disability course and has previously completed studying a Certificate IV in Media in 2015. Caleb also has over 2 years of experience in the industry as a Peer Mentor. In his downtime, Caleb enjoys sports, particularly footy, cricket, and soccer, as well as video editing, movies and video gaming. Caleb loves being a Peer Mentor as his sister has a disability and seeing what her supports have done for her and seeing how happy it has made her motivated Caleb to start working in the industry.

Daniel

Peer Mentor

Daniel brings over 3 years of sector experience as a Peer Mentor, complemented by his recent completion of a Certificate IV in Education Support. Currently serving as a Learning Support Officer at a primary school, Daniel is pursuing further qualifications with a Diploma of Mental Health. Beyond his professional endeavors, Daniel finds joy in basketball and expresses his creativity through photography. His dedication to mentoring stems from a deep satisfaction in witnessing personal growth and skill development among his participants.

Dylan

Peer Mentor

Dylan recently completed a Sports Management & Leadership Double Diploma. As a dedicated Peer Mentor, he enjoys building relationships and helping others learn new skills. Dylan’s diverse interests include music (playing guitar and keyboard), sports, nature walks, gym workouts, video games, and movies. He is driven by a passion for peer support and aims for a fulfilling career in the field.

Gab

Peer Mentor

Gab currently holds a Bachelor of Primary Education which she completed in 2020. Gab also completed a Certificate III in Sports Coaching (Equine) in 2014. In her spare time, Gab enjoys horse riding, painting, being creative, singing, dancing and the outdoors. Gab also works as a part-time teacher at a local primary school and has done so since 2021. Gab is passionate about being a Peer Mentor as she loves to help people wherever she can and is most excited about building relationships with participants and helping them achieve their goals.

Keira

Peer Mentor

Keira completed a Certificate IV in Sport Coaching back in 2018 and is now interested in studying anything that relates to her role as a Peer Mentor. Keira enjoys horse riding, going to the gym, animals, dog training, and has begun participating in Spartan races/running. Keira has previous experience supporting an NDIS participant with their horse riding endeavours where she saw a lot of great progress, which motivated her to become a Peer Mentor and is looking forward to being able to help her participants too.

Nathan

Peer Mentor

Nathan is 22 years old and has been providing support to his participants as a Peer Mentor for over 2 years now. Nathan has recently completed a Certificate IV in Disability and a beginner’s course in Auslan. Nathan enjoys gaming, anime, manga, music, computers, and Beyblades. Nathan is also passionate about his singing and acting, as well as different types of headphones.  Nathan is also quite skillful in
making balloon animals. Nathan loves being a Peer Mentor as he finds it very satisfying to be able to make a positive impact and work in a sector that allows him
to help others.

Peri

Peer Mentor

Peri brings a blend of passion and personal experience to her role as a Peer Mentor. Peri is also excited to commence her academic pursuits by studying a Bachelor of Health Science with a long-term goal of transitioning to Occupational Therapy studies. Her interests range from surfing and beach hangouts to art and fashion, in particular going op shopping & thrifting. Peri also loves checking out new cafes and going for a coffee. She is inspired by family and friends in the sector, Peri is driven by a desire to support others, drawing from her own health journey and that of her loved ones. She finds joy in working with people and sees her role as a stepping stone towards her career goal in occupational therapy

Ryan

Peer Mentor

Sam

Peer Mentor

With over 4 years of Peer Mentoring experience, Sam is a compassionate and knowledgeable asset to the team. While he isn’t currently studying, he is considering further studies in mental health. Beyond his role, Sam indulges in golf, AFL, fishing, movies, and loves the TV show Brooklyn 99. He prioritises spending time with friends, promoting mental health awareness, and engaging in board games. Sam’s dedication to the sector is deeply rooted in his upbringing, with family members also working in disability services. He finds joy in making a positive impact on others’ lives and eagerly anticipates the growth and progress of his participants.

Tom

Peer Mentor

Tom is currently studying Biomedicine and is expected to complete this by the end of 2024. In the past, Tom has also completed a Certificate III in Allied Health. In his spare time, Tom enjoys sport, in particular basketball, footy, and cricket, food, science, video gaming, music and going to the beach. Tom loves being a Peer Mentor as he loves making relationships with people, growing connections and fostering independence while getting to spend time with unique individuals with a variety of different hobbies and interests.