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OUR TEAM

Get to know the team! Here at Down South Therapy we pride ourselves on helping individuals reach their full potential.

JODIE WATTS

Founding Director and Occupational Therapist

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Since 2011, Jodie has been the driving force behind the DST's inception and growth. Her passion for disability support and community service laid the foundation for a company dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals and families in Western Australia.

Jodie’s vision for Down South Therapy is rooted in her commitment to providing high-quality, accessible services. She is passionate about creating an environment where clients and staff feel valued and supported. Her focus on professional development, innovative practices, and a client-centred approach has been instrumental in the company’s success.

Playing a crucial role in strategic planning, Jodie ensures that the organisation's goals align with its mission and vision to serve the community effectively. She fosters a culture of excellence where continuous improvement and innovation are encouraged.

Jodie’s passion extends to creating a supportive workplace, emphasising staff well-being and satisfaction. Her leadership style is characterised by empathy, inclusivity, and a genuine desire to make a difference.

Through her unwavering dedication, Jodie has ensured that Down South Therapy remains a leader in the industry, known for its compassionate care and commitment to the community. Her vision continues to guide the organisation towards a future where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

ERIKA WATTS

Managing Director

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Erika brings a visionary approach to leadership, focusing on innovation, growth, and staff satisfaction. With a passion for creating a supportive and thriving work environment, Erika is dedicated to staff retention and recruitment, ensuring a skilled and motivated team that can deliver exceptional services to the local community and beyond in Western Australia.

Under Erika's guidance, Down South Therapy has flourished by prioritising professional development, flexible work arrangements, and competitive salary packages for its staff. Erika's commitment to community service and disability support is evident in every aspect of the business, from serving families to supporting individuals in need.

One of the cornerstones of Erika's leadership is the SPIRITED Person of the Year Award (SPYA), which has been a significant initiative since 2021. This award recognises outstanding contributions and promotes personal and professional growth, reflecting the core values of Down South Therapy.

In addition to overseeing daily operations and strategic planning, Erika is passionate about design and marketing, using these tools to highlight the incredible work done at Down South Therapy. By fostering a positive and engaging workplace culture, Erika ensures that both staff and clients feel valued and supported.

Erika's vision for Down South Therapy is to continue being a beacon of excellence in the industry, driving forward with a strong focus on community impact and innovation.

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Kellie

Clinical Services
Manager

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Kellie

Clinical Services Manager

Master Of Physiotherapy

Kellie is a dedicated and accomplished physiotherapist with a rich background in rehabilitation and neurology. In her current role as Clinical Services Manager, she leads with a focus on delivering high-quality services and fostering professional growth within the Down South Therapy team. Kellie is passionate about enhancing clinical practice standards and staff development, particularly within the disability sector, where she strives to create an environment of continuous improvement and innovation.

With extensive experience across various clinical settings, including hospitals, private practices, and rehabilitation services, Kellie brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership to her role. Her approach is deeply client-centred, ensuring that the highest standard of care is consistently delivered. She is committed to mentoring her staff, promoting best practices, and cultivating a culture of excellence in all aspects of clinical care.

Kellie's leadership is driven by her passion for empowering her team to deliver individualised, compassionate care, helping clients achieve meaningful improvements in their functional abilities.

Renae

Renae

Occupational Therapy
Team Leader

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Renae

Occupational Therapist Team Leader

Renae is a seasoned OT with experience in Australia and the United States. She has a passion for working with Autism and related disabilities, sensory integration strategies, provision of school-based OT services, and adult neurology. Renae graduated from Curtin University in W.A. and then moved to the States where she has worked in all settings and across the lifespan. She assisted in the development of a pilot pre-school program for at risk children which then became an established school in Florida. She enjoys the opportunity of providing family centered services as she feels this has such an impact on the lives of both her clients and their families. She believes that therapy should be fun, motivating and skill building.

Renae is a registered Occupational Therapist through all private health funds, PMH funding (PITS), Medicare initiatives, Insurance Commission of WA funding, FaHCSIA services under the Helping Children with Autism initiative, and NDIS.

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Stacey

Speech Pathology
Team Leader

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Stacey

Speech Pathologist Team Leader

BA (Speech and Hearing Therapy) (Hons)

Stacey is a Speech Pathologist and Audiologist with over 14 years of experience. She has worked across a range of settings in both South Africa and the UK, including government hospitals, private practice, private schools, and a specialized public school for children with special needs, visual impairments, and blindness. While in the UK, Stacey was part of the NHS Early Years Service, providing valuable support during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.

With a genuine passion for pediatrics, Stacey is dedicated to improving the quality of life for children and their families by supporting the development of their communication, cognitive, and executive functioning skills. She strongly believes in working closely with educators and families to create the best outcomes for her clients. Her approach is all about making therapy fun, engaging and meaningful, with a focus on achieving practical and functional goals that generalise into everyday life.

Stacey is trained in several Hanen programs, including 'More Than Words', 'It Takes Two to Talk', and 'Learning Language and Loving It', as well as the 'Sounds Write' evidence-based literacy program. She uses her expertise to support a progressive team of Speech Pathologists, ensuring that together they deliver the highest quality care and outcomes for the clients they serve.

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Jill

Physiotherapy
Team Leader

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Jill

Physiotherapist Team Leader

Bachelor of Physiotherapy

Jill is an experienced physiotherapist who enjoys working in a fun and therapeutic environment in order to achieve set goals. Jill has had most experience with adult clients however since having a child, Jill has developed a keen interest in this area. Jill has also spent time lecturing at a local university and supervising physiotherapy students whilst on clinical placement in numerous settings.

Jill is a registered Physiotherapist through all private health funds, PMH funding (PITS), Medicare initiatives, Insurance Commission of WA funding, FaHCSIA services under the Helping Children with Autism initiative, and NDIS.

Adam

Adam

South West
Team Leader

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Adam

Occupational Therapist and South West Team Leader

BSc (Occupational Therapy)

Adam is an Occupational Therapist who is highly motivated and enthusiastic about working with adults, children, families and schools. Adam has excelled is his work with children, in school setting and home environments, working with school aged children both with and without diagnosis. He has a passion for assisting children to reach their potential, by facilitating a child’s strengths to overcome their difficulties. Adam values and embraces the importance of family-centred practise when working with children and values the input and goals of the family as the experts for their child, allowing him to be flexible and adaptive in intervention approaches.

With his extensive experience assessing and prescribing assistive technology, Adam is trained to prescribe complex seating systems and provide recommendations for simple and complex home modifications. Adam provides a hands-on application of assistive technology, with the capacity to provide basic repairs and modifications to ensure ongoing suitability as required.

As a registered Occupational Therapist, Adam can provide services under the Better Access to Mental Health Care initiative. He is experienced in providing intervention and support to children and adults with mental health concerns, assisting them to be supported in their homes and the community.

Adam is a registered Occupational Therapist through all private health funds, PMH funding (PITS), Medicare initiatives, Insurance Commission of WA funding, FaHCSIA services under the Helping Children with Autism initiative, and NDIS.

Ryan

Ryan

Admin & HR
Team Leader

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Ryan

Admin & HR Team Leader

Ryan, the HR and Admin Team Leader at Down South Therapy, brings exceptional organisational skills and a deep commitment to fostering a positive work environment. With a focus on staff recruitment, retention, and development, Ryan ensures that the team remains motivated and well-supported. His expertise in human resources and administration is pivotal in maintaining the smooth operation of the organisation, allowing Down South Therapy to continue delivering high-quality services to the community. Ryan's dedication to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace culture reflects the core values of Down South Therapy.

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DEDICATED STAFF:

"Making a difference in someone else's life is the biggest reward that you can have, and you become so close to families that sometimes you almost feel a part of it. It is an absolute honor and privilege to witness someone achieve their goals, and know that you, in some way, have made a difference."

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CLIENTS SINCE 2011:

"Overall, what I most appreciate is our therapist' s ability to "see" the whole child, including her interests and strengths. By being so attentive to and affirming of her every effort she is enhancing her skills and boosting my shy little girl's confidence in the process"

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SCHOOLS & DAY CARE CENTRES:

"There professionalism when visiting students and classrooms is to be commended. The services they offer students and parents are awesome but the support, guidance and resources they give to assist classroom teachers goes beyond there session. Thanks you for making such a difference to my students and their families!"

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