Congratulations to the Q1 Spirit Award winners

We are thrilled to announce our Spirit Award winners for the first quarter of this year. The quarterly award winners will form the pool of eligible employees to win a Brightwater Spirit Award, which will be presented at the annual awards event during early 2024. Congratulations to all the Q1 winners!

Authentic Award Winner

Lee Vinicombe

Program Coordinator, Capacity Building

Lee was recognised for authentically coaching a colleague through a complex client situation which resulted in a better outcome for the client and personal growth for the colleague she assisted. Thank you for embodying our authentic value, Lee!

Caring Award Winner

Mel Rushton

Therapy Assistant, Birralee

Mel spent time building a rapport with a resident and was able to get him out of bed and his room and into a wheelchair. Her care and efforts have encouraged the rest of the team. Thank you, Mel!

Progressive Award Winners (team)

John McIlraith – Team Leader SIL , Kailis House

Cathy Wigmore – Hotel Services Multi Skilled, Kailis House

Ena Jaraba Prasca – Disability Support Worker, Kailis House

Joanna Seah – Disability Support Worker, Kailis House

John, Ena, Joanna and Cathy handled a challenging situation with a client, remaining calm and working in partnership, to support the client. Thank you for listening, collaborating, and demonstrating our progressive value in action.

Courageous Award Winner

Linda Walsh

Multi Skilled Care Worker, Birralee

Linda was recognised for advocating for residents. She goes out of her way to provide personalised care that makes a big difference to the residents’ lives. Thank you for being courageous Linda!

Mission Award Winner

Jenene Beerkens

Administration Assistant, Capacity Building

Jenene consistently ensures that administration tasks are completed while juggling her work across multiple aspects of the Capacity Building program, including the driving program. Her skill and unwavering dedication over the years has contributed to the program’s success. Well done, Jenene!

See page 22 to read about the overall Brightwater Spirit Award winners for 2023.