When we embrace a range of experiences, including lived experience, we create more inclusive, empathetic and effective supports.
For Molly, working in the disability sector wasn’t something she planned but it’s become a role that feels like home.
“Working in disability wasn’t on my radar when I finished secondary school,” she reflects. “I dived straight into completing a Bachelor of Psychology, but since then I’ve found myself in a role that, in hindsight, feels like it was always meant to be.”
The turning point came unexpectedly while babysitting.
Molly began to notice a change. Parents from all over started reaching out, not just because of her psychology background, but because she openly called herself “neurospicy”, a light-hearted and relatable way to describe being neurodivergent.
“They were looking for someone who could simply relate to their children with behavioural needs. It was in that role I realised how much I enjoyed the work, and that’s when I decided to pursue disability support as a career.’
Molly is currently studying a Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability & Aged Care) and is a dedicated Disability Support Worker with eQuality Support.
“Having a disability is simply part of who I am and who we are as a family,” she says. It helps me see things through a different lens—the lens of someone who has a deep sense of empathy, understanding and realness.”
As someone who is neurodivergent, Molly has also embraced her own ways of working and thinking. She’s open about how ADHD and autism influence her approach to tasks and communication.
“Talking through my checklist out loud helps me stay focused and confirm my actions,” she explains. “Working in disability means I can be open about how I process things and that honesty is accepted.”
Molly is passionate about sharing her journey with students and others considering a career in the sector. She encourages them to be kind to themselves and to acknowledge the emotional weight that can come with the work.
“For me, I often tell people: it’s okay to take a moment. We’re all human. Working in disability can be confronting, so take a minute, reset, and let the emotions fly. Don’t bottle them up.”
Through her work, Molly is not only making a difference in the lives of others but also helping to reshape how we think about disability, support, and inclusion.
Molly’s story shows us that when we embrace the unique perspectives people bring, including lived experience, we foster more inclusive, understanding support for all.
Molly’s journey is a reminder that support work is at its strongest when it’s shaped by real experiences, honest conversations, and people who genuinely understand. She’s not just delivering support, she’s redefining what it means to provide it.
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