Aidacare has a long history of working hand in hand with the Occupational Therapy community to support the delivery of equipment solutions into the lives of those in need. We’re lucky enough to see first-hand the amazing level of care and professionalism OTs deliver to our clients every day.
In an effort to recognise the vital role the OTs play in our community, Aidacare is hosting a series of local Aidacare Professional Training (APT) events, over two days in October, around the country.
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Session Details:
4 x 20-minute rotations Station 1: Donna Markham - Guest Presentation (via video recording) |
Date: Thursday 26 & Friday 27 October 2023
Time: 8.15-10 am
CPD: 1.5 hours of CPD-accredited
Location: Nationwide - At your local Aidacare store
Cost: $15pp
Morning Tea & Networking |
Introducing our guest presenter: Donna Markham
Adj Associate Professor Donna Markham is the former Victorian Chief Allied Health Officer, a certified organisational coach and registered occupational therapist who has worked in healthcare for more than 20 years.
Donna has held leadership roles within health services and the Victorian government, and has worked across health, disability and community sectors.
She is a non-executive Director for a national mental health provider (ermha 365) and an Aged Care provider (Uniting Age Well) and is the Chief Allied Health Officer for the State-wide Equipment Program (SWEP).
Donna established her own business in 2021, Disequilibrium (the sweet spot where growth occurs), coaching and supporting professionals in the workplace as well as providing consultancy services.
Read Donna's full Bio Below
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Donna Markham – Bio
Adj Associate Professor Donna Markham is the former Victorian Chief Allied Health Officer, a certified organisational coach and registered occupational therapist who has worked in healthcare for more than 20 years.
Donna has held leadership roles within health services and the Victorian government, and has worked across health, disability and community sectors.
She is a non-executive Director for a national mental health provider (ermha 365) and an Aged Care provider (Uniting Age Well) and is the Chief Allied Health Officer for the State-wide Equipment Program (SWEP).
Donna established her own business in 2021, Disequilibrium (the sweet spot where growth occurs), coaching and supporting professionals in the workplace as well as providing consultancy services.
Donna has led many significant health reforms, workforce development changes, and research projects. She previously held leadership responsibility for the implementation of the Victoria’s Voluntary Assisted Dying Review Board and the state-wide Healthcare Worker Well-being Centre.
She is a mum of two boys and advocates for the important role women play both at home and in the workplace, particularly in executive leadership positions. Donna is passionate about the importance of self-care and well-being.
Donna lives in the beautiful Dandenong Ranges with her partner and two young boys, one of whom is neurodivergent. She has an adorable and unusual looking Bedlington Terrier and six chooks. She loves yoga, reading, gardening, and bushwalking. Donna is happiest sitting around the campfire with her family.
Donna was a finalist for the Telstra Victorian Young Business Women's Award in 2014 and is a graduate of the Williamson Community Leadership Program, the Australian Institute of Company Directors and is a certified organisational coach with the Institute of Executive Coaching and Leadership. Donna was awarded a medal of order (OAM) in 2022 for her contributions to health care administration.
