Meet the team: Janine Wyles

Meet Janine – she has been working for selectability for the last eleven and a half years.

Beginning as a lifestyle support worker, Janine worked through selectability’s progression pathway, eventually taking on the role of Regional Coordinator, Palm Island.

“I have always loved supporting consumers to achieve their goals and live the life they choose,” Janine said.

“Working with the Regions team is one of the best parts about my job, as well as the opportunities selectability has given to advance in my career.”

Born and bred in Townsville, Janine’s mob is the Girrdamay people of the Murray Falls area, Warrgamay people, Ingham area and Tagalaga people, Croydon/Normanton areas.

As the youngest of 14 children, Janine has always had a historical connection with Palm Island, a place that would become the focus of her career through selectability.

On top of leading a team, Janine oversees the delivery of programs and services, while working to improve service delivery and develop innovative ways of reaching new consumers.

As selectability is Palm Island’s only community mental health service, Janine coordinates group programs aimed at increasing social connection and improving the mental wellbeing of those attending.

For Janine, overseeing the development and progression in Palm Island is another testament to the outstanding on-the-ground support selectability provides across regional Queensland.

In fact, Janine has highlighted her challenging but rewarding eleven-and-a-half-year career when recommending to those considering a role in the mental health sector:

“If you want to try a new career, go for it, especially where there is an opportunity to advance if that is what you are looking for.”