Student Support Services - Inclusion
Empower Autism is a well-established not-for-profit organisation delivering innovative programs to the autistic community across Brisbane. Their programs promote inclusiveness, self-development and self-advocacy for autistic individuals from age 14 through adulthood. They are very proud to say their programs are designed by autistic people for autistic people!
Key Programs include:
| Program | Purpose | Age Range |
| Peer Support Group | Social connection with other autistic young people | 14 - 18 years |
| Introductory Life Skills | Increasing self-sufficiency at home and confidence to tackle personal barriers | 17 years + |
| Peer Mentoring | Personal development and goal achievement with support from an autistic mentor | 18 years + |
School Leaver Employment Support in 2023
Exciting news! Empower Autism is developing a unique school leaver employment support program specifically for autistic young people. This program is designed to empower autistic students in their transition from school to work. They are looking to launch this program in early 2023.
For more information, please email office@empowerautism.org.au or call the office between 9am and 3pm Monday to Friday on (07) 3865 2911. You can also learn more about Empower and sign up for their mailing list at www.empowerautism.org.au
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact studentservices@ripleyvalleyssc.eq.edu.au
In Support Services you will find:| Head of Department Inclusion | Jamei Pertzel |
| Guidance Officer | Janet Ingram |
| Speech and Language Pathologist | Nicole Anderson |
| Inclusion Coordinator (Coach) | Taletha Champs |
| Chaplain | Kristian Atkins |
| Defence School Mentor | Tracy Cooper |
| Youth Support Worker | Alicia Pickerill |
| Support Services Administrator | Rachael Pratt |
| Industry Liasion Officer | Marnie George |
Jamei Pertzel
Acting Head of Inclusion
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