Luke
Community Access Squad Owner
Luke developed Community Access Squad in 2015 after 8 years working in special education from K1 to K13 as initially an education assistant and eventually a teacher. Qualified and experienced in Sport Science and Secondary Education from Murdoch University and with a vast experience across many industries that have all combined perfectly to run this unique social enterprise. A huge love for Perth and WA with a passion for caring, exploring, health, sports, fun, photography and nature.
Sarah
CAS Cockburn / Kwinana / Stirling Director
Sarah has been with CAS since our first event in 2015, and will be around until we’re running senior programs for the participants who are now 20 years old. With a wide range of experience running programs for young people, she took her Diploma of Auslan Interpreting to secondary school education support. Sarah loves the role CAS plays in supporting individuals as they transition from school to increased independence. She is constantly working to support her team and provide the best possible service to the community. Sarah is passionate about being inclusive of all individual needs and is excited for everything that the future holds for CAS.
CAS Care request availability:
- N/A.
Adam
CAS Fremantle / Melville / Canning Director
Adam has a rich past in business management across multiple industries and is loving the new mix of business and support worker life style. Adams high energy and excitement for adventure makes him perfect for the CAS team. A great mentor for all our Squaddies. Adam is passionate about building, rock climbing, renovating, and exploring (oh, and coffee).
CAS Care request availability:
- Make an enquiry
Jack
CAS Cockburn / Kwinana Squad Leader and 2IC
Jack started working with CAS at the end of 2021 while seeking a career change after 5 years working for the federal government. Jack‘s broad experience has been gained from over a decade working with young people in various care settings, as well as several leadership roles for Services Australia. Study has supplemented their experience with qualifications including a Communications and Media Studies degree from UWA. Jack has a passion for personal and professional development and has completed courses such as beginners Auslan, Bronze Medallion, and several field specific first aid units. Their free time is spent playing softball and caring for their many pets.
CAS Care request availability:
- Make an enquiry
Sophia
CAS Fremantle / Melville / Canning Manager
Bio coming soon.
CAS Care request availability:
- Make an enquiry
Marthe
CAS Cockburn / Kwinana Manager
Marthe finished her bachelor’s degree in education, specializing in education support for people with disabilities in Germany before moving to Australia in 2020. During her studies she worked in a number of special education schools as a teacher’s assistant, to further her knowledge and to gain practical experience. With her dad, uncle and sister working in this field, she knew early on she also wanted to dedicate her life towards supporting people with additional needs.
Her love for adventures, the outdoors and helping people means that Marthe was well suited for this career.
As the Cockburn and Kwinana manager she found a new challenge that keeps her on her toes and teaches her new things every day.
CAS Care request availability:
- n/a
Aleisha
Squad Leader - Cockburn / Kwinana
Aleisha is a dedicated and knowledgeable professional with varied experience as an education assistant and a disability support worker. Aleisha has worked with CAS since 2018 assisting young adults in accessing the community and developing independent living skills. Aleisha has certifications II-IV in Education Support. Aleisha also has a side hobby making body products that she enjoys to do when she is not busy at work or making new memories with her children.
CAS Care request availability:
- Make an enquiry
Jacob
Squad Leader - Cockburn / Kwinana
Jacob has been working with CAS for over a year now and loves every bit of it. Jacob is currently working part time as he’s a full time University student studying Management and Finance. While he didn’t have any previous professional experience in this industry, Jacob was very eager to take on all the learnings that come with support work. When he’s not working at CAS Jacob loves doing anything with his friends in the outdoors from camping to sports activities.
CAS Care request availability:
- Make an enquiry
Deklan
Squad Leader - Cockburn / Kwinana
Deklan had been a part of CAS since 2016, volunteering whilst in high school and is now part of the core team. He is always inclusive and works to make all activities accessible to everyone. He has demonstrated this by studying Auslan Certificate 2 and 3. In his spare time Deklan plays Futsal, watches sport and plays video games. He has supported his Futsal club by helping coach and train teams, whilst showing a leadership role.
CAS Care request availability:
- Make an enquiry
Jet
Squad Leader - Cockburn / Kwinana
Coming soon.
CAS Care request availability:
- Make an enquiry
Richard
CAS Busselton / Margaret River / Bunbury Director
Coming soon.
CAS Care request availability:
- Make an enquiry
Madeline
Squad Leader - Fremantle / Melville / Canning
I have been a support worker for a number of years now and deep down I really enjoy helping people however I can. I have had support experience in groups and in 1:1 and enjoy both equally. Music is a big part of my life and I enjoy travelling and experiencing new things.
CAS Care request availability:
- Make an enquiry
Nicky
Squad Leader - Cockburn / kwinana
Coming soon.
CAS Care request availability:
- Make an enquiry
Zel
Squad Leader - Cockburn / Kwinana
Zel has been working for CAS since the beginning of 2023. She graduated from university last year with a degree in Counselling, and has a lot of experience working with young people. When she’s not working with CAS, you can find her working as a school counsellor for both primary and secondary students. Zel has always had a passion for youth and young people, encouraging and empowering them to live their best lives. Working with CAS has only deepened that desire, and loves seeing our participants enjoying life and having fun.
CAS Care request availability:
- Make an enquiry
Emily
Squad Leader - Fremantle / Melville / Canning
Hi I’m Emily, I just recently graduated high school and am going to uni to study a bachelor of primary education! I have had lots of experience working with kids and young people in my community and have always wanted to get into support work as I will be specialising in special needs in my degree. I love working with CAS and getting to help and support in every way possible.
CAS Care request availability:
- Make an enquiry
Jess
CAS Busselton / Margaret River / Bunbury Director
Coming soon.
CAS Care request availability:
- Make an enquiry
Adrian
Squad Leader - Fremantle / Melville / Canning
I am a qualified school teacher specializing in English and decided on a sea change by Joining the Squad. Everyday is an adventure and bringing new experiences to our participants is a very rewarding feeling. My hobbies include keeping fit, food, catching up with family & friends, comedy and swimming in arctic-like conditions. @adrian.alaberg
CAS Care request availability:
- Make an enquiry
Andy
Squad Leader - Cockburn / Kwinana
Coming soon.
CAS Care request availability:
- Make an enquiry
Georgia
Squad Leader - Fremantle / Melville / Canning
Georgia started working with the Community Access Squad in 2023. She is currently studying a Bachelor of Psychology at Curtin University. Georgia loves obsessing over her dog, listening to music, and exploring nature!
CAS Care request availability:
- Make an enquiry
Nicky
Squad Leader - Cockburn / Kwinana
Coming soon
CAS Care request availability:
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Max
Squad Leader - Cockburn / Kwinana
Max started working with CAS as part of his gap year after deferring from a Bachelor of Engineering at Curtin University. Even before working with CAS he has always had a passion for support work, which started with supporting a relative with Cerebral Palsy. In his spare time Max loves going to the beach and spending time with mates.
CAS Care request availability:
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Christina
Squad Leader - Fremantle / Melville / Canning
Cristina has been working as a support worker since 2021. She loves being part of a wider supporting community. Cristina has not been working for CAS for long but loves every bit of it, as every day is a new adventure. Cristina holds a Cert 3 in Education support, Diploma of youth work, and currently finishing her studies in Diploma of community services. Her aim is to provide a safe and fun environment where participants can strengthen and develop new skills while having a good time. Cristina is originally from Colombia and her first language is Spanish. In her spare time she likes going to new places, learning new things and spending time with her family.
CAS Care request availability:
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Monique
Squad Leader - Cockburn / Kwinana
Monique started working with CAS in 2023. She is studying a degree in Occupational Therapy at Curtin University after recently graduating from high school! Before joining, Monique has had personal experience working with a family member who requires extra support. This has built up her love for helping others in the community. She loves anything outdoors, arts, and making new friends!
CAS Care request availability:
- Make an enquiry
Jarod
Squad Leader - Cockburn / Kwinana
Jarod has recently joined the CAS team and loving it. He is a qualified personal trainer and has a lots of experience of coaching disability sports and training Paralympian athletes. In his spare time he loves to play soccer, rugby and watching Harry Potter.
CAS Care request availability:
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Brittany
Squad Leader - Cockburn / Kwinana
Brittany has been working with Community Access Squad since 2020, after moving to Perth to be closer to her younger sister. Before CAS, Brittany was an Education Assistant at a small School for Specific Purposes on the border of New South Wales and Victoria, where she had the honour of supporting students aged 4 to 18 with moderate to severe physical and intellectual disabilities. It was there that she was first introduced to a range of communication methods, including Auslan, Key Word Sign and assisted communication devices with the software Proloquo2go. Brittany has qualifications in Business and Children’s Services, with further studies in Autism and Disability Standards for Education. She is currently in the middle of studying Individual Support in Disability. If she doesn’t have a book in her hands, Brittany is enjoying quality time with my nephews or gaming with my partner.
CAS Care request availability:
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Luva
Squad Leader - Cockburn / Kwinana
Coming soon.
CAS Care request availability:
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Ryan
Squad Leader - Fremantle / Melville / Canning
Bio / Pic coming soon.
CAS Care request availability:
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Max
Squad Leader - Fremantle / Melville / Canning
Bio / Pic coming soon.
CAS Care request availability:
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WE WANT YOU!!!
Squad Leaders for the Cities of:
Fremantle / Melville / Cockburn / Kwinana / Canning / Stirling / Busselton / Margaret River / Bunbury
We are looking for casual carers (and part time positions from time to time) that can work in a group or independently with our fantastic squad members.
If you are patient, organised, reliable, fun, energetic and a great communicator then we want you on our team. You must hold a criminal history clearance, valid working with children card, snr first aid certificate, a detailed resume, current drivers licence (C class) with an immaculate driving history.
CAS Care request availability:
Please let us know your availability to work alongside our squad members with one to one care if you wish to pick up extra hours.
This is a flexible service and is request dependent. The shifts usually involve weekend hours (with penalty rates) or weekday afternoons shifts.
Please contact us if you want to be a Squad Leader CLICK HERE…
