Meet Your Team
Judd Porter
'Juddy'
The leader of 'Team Pink', Juddy's history as the leading behavioural coach at Wangaratta District Specialist School elevated his skills in supporting some of our region's most complex young people and their families.
He has a pedigree in craft brew and really knows a thing or three about his ales. Unfortunately he likes to pair them with salt and vinegar chips, and we're not really quite sure what's going on there.
A dad with three beautiful daughters, he's bravely started surprising them with 'yes' days, which have resulted in more than a few regrets so far.
Chris Harvison
'Harvo'
The leader of 'Team Blue', Harvo's known for his long standing role as principal at Wangaratta District Specialist School, successfully supporting and advocating for people with diverse needs throughout our local area.
A maestro in the kitchen, his 'Vampire Beware' salami is the stuff of legend and very much in demand by those who've been lucky enough to score a bite or three.
In his down time he loves a blisteringly hot sauna, a solid round of golf, and cracking open a sneaky spiced rum by the fire.
Bree O'Connor
'Bree OC'
Bree's currently celebrating her 22nd year in mental heath sciences and behavioural support. Prior to becoming a Unicorn, she was a Senior Behaviour Support Practitioner at the Department of Human Services for 12 years in the Behaviour Intervention team.
(Her impressive list of certifications and training is WAY too long to fit in this bio, but believe us when we say she's pretty much done it all.)
She's also made it her personal mission to drink everything that Billson's in Beechworth ever made, and is well on the way to achieving that goal!
Liam Fitzgerald
'Fitzy'
Fitzy's been working in the field since 2007 and is passionate about supporting all ages and abilities.
He has most of the alphabet after his name, including a Bachelor in Applied Science (Disability), a Masters of Education (Applied Behaviour Analysis), and now his Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA) in 2021.
Another fan of a good spiced rum, he's still attempting to play footy with a sloppy left foot disposal. We've also heard the rumours he used to be the drummer in a punk band. (We'll pay good money for photo evidence of Fitzy with hair.)
Bridie Bromley
'B.B'
BB's taught in the special education field for the past 8 years and has recently relocated to Queensland to work with us up north.
She's worked alongside individuals with a wide range of needs and complex behaviours, and has a particular passion for supporting families in the Early Intervention sector.
Now she's based in Cairns, her favourite pastime is sending us pics of her new tropical paradise while we're freezing our essentials off in Victoria.
We hope she gets (a little bit of) sunburn.
Catherine Spencer
'Spence'
Spence commenced her career as a Div 2. nurse working in a rehab training hospital in '89, then developed as a Behaviour Practitioner from 2003.
Her interest and skillset reach throughout the spectrum of sexuality and disability, forensic neurobiology of trauma, and family units.
In addition to racing vintage cars and enjoying the odd spot of fishing, she's also attempted to knit or crochet a garment for each of her grandkids.
(Alas, her first cardie is still sitting in a bag in the wardrobe, and the kid it was for is now 12.)
Darcie Barker
'Darce'
Darce's spent the last 11 years working within the Dept. of Families, Fairness and Housing, including positions as a Behaviour Intervention Services Practitioner and Disability Practice Advisor.
She knows her way around any type of red tape you can imagine and specialises in working across a broad spectrum of complex client needs.
When she's not lifting weights, Darce is sniffing out the best burgers in town and sneaking a few cheeky margaritas while cheering on her mighty Pies. (Given this combo, we make sure she's VERY well fed at all times!)
Jess McAliece
'JMac'
JMac's a recent psychological science graduate who was working in sleep analysis before we nabbed her as our latest superstar Unicorn recruit.
She's had a passion for allied health since adolescence and is absolutely blowing us away with her commitment to providing quality support.
Her favourite foods include home-cooked lasange, a solid packet of Twisties, and Hawaiian pizza topped with olives. (Whyyy?!).
Thankfully, she used to be a barista and so makes up for it by brewing us killer coffee.
Chloe Sloan
'Chlo'
Chlo's a brand spanking new Unicorn, and her bio will be up soon!
Want to work with us?
We're growing fast and always on the look out for quality people to join our crew. If you like what we do and are interested in learning more, drop our talent manager a line!
Judd Porter - 0401 491 684