Meet the team

Our leaders

iCare brings the highest levels of professionalism and care to the out-of-home care and education staffing industries.

Ty has worked in the community services sector since 2001. His management roles for organisations, including the YWCA, Australian Federal Police, Australian Institute of Sport and the Department of Health and Human Services, have provided him with a well-rounded knowledge of the sector. Ty inherently understands the challenges of providing services to the most disadvantaged and traumatised young people in Victoria and what’s required of the staff that are placed to care for them.

“I believe that all young people should have an equal opportunity to succeed, regardless of their background. Providing staff that genuinely want to guide vulnerable young people to live their best life is why I care.”

Lauren joined iCare in 2021. She has almost 20 years of experience working in management, leadership, training, and people and culture roles, including in the community services sector at State Trustees and The Salvation Army. Lauren is committed to providing the best possible care for young people and supporting our staff by creating a safe, caring, fun and inclusive workplace. She’s also passionate about mental health and is a mental health first-aid trainer. Lauren sets the standard at iCare in our relentless pursuit to provide the best care to the most at-risk young people in residential and out-of-home care. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, volunteering with Anglicare Victoria and mentoring future leaders. 

“I believe all young people are entitled to feel safe, supported and have the best possible start in life and that’s why I care.”

Steve has worked with vulnerable young people since 2007. Over the past 15 years Steve has worked in management and leadership positions at Parkville Youth Justice Centre, Parkville College and Secure Welfare Services with the most vulnerable young people in the state. Steve is passionate about working with and identifying what it takes to be an effective staff member in difficult environments and is determined to see outcomes improve through consistent and caring staff.

“I believe that all young people deserve an opportunity to feel happy, safe and supported by carers and staff in an environment they can call their home. I was lucky enough to be provided with many opportunities growing up that are a direct result of this, and want to pay it forward. My goal is to continually provide and improve the calibre of staff available to young people who hold these values. That’s why I care.”