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Support Worker Of The Year

15th Nov 2024

The Westin, Perth

celebrate allied health students

Ascend Health 2023 SWOTYA event with the team of Ascend Health therapists

The SWOTY's feels like...

An AFL Brownlow Medal night

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An end of year party

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An industry networking event

Join us at the 2024 SWOTY's

The SWOTY's is a grand gala that pays tribute to outstanding support workers who have truly excelled in their health science studies and as dedicated members of Ascend Health. It's not only a celebration of the exceptional care you provide to participants, but it's also a testament to your unwavering commitment to our organisation's values and mission.

Did someone say afterparty?

This year we're adding an rooftop afterparty with DJ, drinks vouchers and food. Choose to attend the individual SWOTY's or Afterparty events, or purchase a combined ticket for maximum savings.

This event is open to everyone, regardless of whether you attend the SWOTY's. So let your friends know that you'll be hanging with the Ascend crew late on Friday night.

Ascend Health SWOTYA event with optional afterparty

What awards are being presented

Winner and the runner up of the Andrews Award at the 2023 Support Worker Of The Year Awards

Andrews Award

The Andrews Award recognises support workers who have shown remarkable growth in the early stages of their health/therapy-related careers.

It's not about where you start but the significant personal, professional, and member-focused progress achieved.

Squire Medal

The Squire Medal is awarded to the support worker that consistently and thoroughly goes above and beyond to create a supportive environment towards colleagues or members and their family/friends.

The Squire Medal is the pinnacle of recognition for outstanding support workers, acknowledging the individuals who stand out as top-tier team members, excelling in support work, team leadership, or therapy assistance.

Winner of the Squire Medal at the 2023 Support Worker Of The Year Awards

Thank you to the 2023 sponsors

Premier Partner

Concentric Care was the premier sponsor of 2023 Support Worker Of The Year Awards by Ascend Health

Gold Sponsors

APM Australia and Early Start Australia were sponsors of 2023 Support Worker Of The Year Awards by Ascend Health
Ascend Health sponsor of 2023 Support Worker Of The Year Awards by Ascend Health

Silver Sponsors

Purple Patch Therpay sponsor of 2023 Support Worker Of The Year Awards by Ascend Health
OT Services Group sponsor of 2023 Support Worker Of The Year Awards by Ascend Health

Bronze Sponsors

Neighbourhood Care sponsor of 2023 Support Worker Of The Year Awards by Ascend Health
Tempo sponsor of 2023 Support Worker Of The Year Awards by Ascend Health

Register to sponsor 2024 SWOTY's

Reasons we attract amazing sponsors

  • Be among the first organisations to engage with highly experienced undergraduate therapy students with extensive experience in NDIS.

  • Students working with Ascend Health typically graduate with three times more community NDIS experience than those who solely rely on university placements.

  • Students with Ascend Health are therefore better prepared to enter community health work when they graduate.

  • Sponsoring the Support Worker Of The Year awards will put your organisation front of mind for when these allied health students graduate.

Lock in these 2024 dates

01/May

Sponsor expressions of interest open

01/Sep

Support Worker applications open

01/Sep

Ticket purchasing open

29/Sep

Applications close

30/Sep

Judging begins

31/Oct

Judging concludes

15/Nov

SWOTY Awards night

Ascend Health has organised an annual Bali Mission to help support he balinese disability community

Raffle supports 2025/26 Bali Mission

Purchase raffle tickets to win amazing prizes, with all proceeds going towards the 2025 Bali Mission trip. You'll not only be in with a chance to win amazing prizes, but all funds will help support the volunteer allied health professionals travelling to Bali to help support the team at the Annika Linden Foundation. In a location that has a significant need for allied health services in an area where almost 200 thousand individuals live with a disability. Despite high demand and limited clinics, the centre plays a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for Bali's disabled population, offering hope and support for more fulfilling lives.

Tickets available now!

Second Release Sale

Tickets won't be this low again!

Available until 31 Oct 2024

Highlights from last year

Squire Medal winner

We were proud to announce Matthew from our Fremantle Team as the winner of the Squire Medal, which was presented by Nick from Concentric Care. It was also a privilege to award Caity from our Sunshine Coast Team with the Andrews Award, which was presented by Lauren from APM.

Andrews Award winner

It was also a privilege to award Caity from our Sunshine Coast Team with the Andrews Award, which was presented by Lauren from APM.

Looking for more events

We cordially invite you to participate in our exclusive events, meticulously crafted to inspire innovation, exchange insights, and establish connections among committed individuals dedicated to achieving excellence in healthcare.

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