The National Disability Coordination Officer (NDCO) Program in Western Australia is covered by three regional areas.
Regional officers offer information, coordination and referral services for people with disability who are interested in, or enrolled in, post-school education and training.
Perth WA coordinator
Alex Murphy
- Phone: 9286 6600
- Email: ndcowa@edge.org.au
Alex Murphy has extensive experience in managing aged care, youth services, family and children’s services, mental health and disability in WA, Canberra and New Zealand. He has worked in both the government and the non-government sectors. Alex was appointed to the position of NDCO for the central regions of WA in August 2011.
Northern WA coordinator
Gemma Sheppard
- Phone: 08 9286 6600
- Email: ndcowa@edge.org.au
Gemma has 20 years of experience working for Department of Human Services and Department of Education and holds qualifications in both community services and education support. She is dedicated to helping people with additional needs meet their goals by reducing barriers, increasing opportunities and building a network of support. She was appointed to the position of NDCO for Northern Western Australia in May 2019 with specific responsibility for delivery of the NDCO program in the Pilbara and Mid-west regions of WA.
Southern WA Coordinator
Telka Elliott
- Phone: 08 9286 6600
- Email: ndcowa@edge.org.au
Telka Elliott brings over 10 years of experience working with people with disability. Telka has worked within Disability Accommodation and Respite Services and more recently in the role of Site Manager for a Disability Employment Service. Telka commenced employment as an NDCO in August 2018.
