Maria Dimecola

Senior Social Worker/ NDIS Registered Behaviour Support Practitioner

ABOUT

Maria is the Senior Social Worker and Practitioner at The Chrysalis Group, where she proudly supports her participants, their families, and carers to live their best lives. Over 25 years, Maria has worked in various roles including adult mental health, child protection, foster care, residential out of home care and behaviour support. She holds several academic qualifications, including a Bachelor of Arts, Diploma in Education, and a Bachelor of Social Work. Maria loves developing a positive working relationship with her participants, their families, and carers. She goes above and beyond for her clients to ensure they are achieving their goals and getting quality of life they deserve. 

One thing that people don’t know about Maria is that she’s an excellent cook! But shh… don’t tell anyone.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE QUOTE?

“The way we talk to our children becomes their inner voice” – Peggy O’mara