Naomi Manganaro
Specialist Support Coordinator
Naomi is a passionate and approachable Support Coordinator with lived experience, providing her with a genuine understanding of the people she supports.
She specialises in working with individuals with complex needs and is committed to achieving meaningful outcomes through strong relationships, clear communication, and proactive support. Naomi is dedicated to empowering people to build independence and navigate their NDIS journey with confidence.
Outside of work, Naomi enjoys spending time outdoors and with her family, who are a very important part of her life.
naomi@synergyassist.com.au
Saurav Chapagain
Specialist Support Coordinator
Saurav is an approachable and supportive Coordinator with years of experience within the disability sector, dedicated to helping people feel heard, supported, and confident in achieving their goals. He is guided by strong values of honesty, respect, and person-centred support, and believes in building meaningful relationships through clear communication and genuine collaboration.
With a calm and professional approach, Saurav is passionate about making the NDIS journey more manageable and meaningful for the people he supports, empowering participants to navigate their supports with confidence while fostering positive outcomes and strong collaborative networks.
saurav@synergyassist.com.au
John Manansala
Senior Support Coordinator
John Manansala is an experienced Support Coordinator with a strong background in leadership, client engagement and person-centred practice within the disability sector. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Psychology and a Certificate IV in Mental Health, bringing a thoughtful and practical approach to supporting participants and families.
With experience as a Team Leader, Support Coordinator and Client Engagement Manager, John is passionate about building genuine relationships and working collaboratively with participants, families, providers, and allied health professionals. He is committed to helping people navigate the NDIS with confidence, connect with the right supports, and work towards meaningful outcomes that enhance independence and quality of life.
John is known for his approachable nature, strong advocacy skills, and commitment to providing responsive and compassionate support.
john@synergyassist.com.au
Sharri Roepen
Support Coordinator
Sharri brings extensive experience across both the disability and aged care sectors, having worked in a variety of roles before finding her passion in support coordination.
She is a committed and compassionate support coordinator, with valuable lived experience supporting a family member with a disability, which informs her person-centred approach.
Outside of work, Sharri enjoys travelling, spending time at the beach, walking her dog, and attending sporting events with her family.
sharri@synergyassist.com.au
Sashi Ghimiray
Support Coordinator
Sashi Ghimiray is a dedicated public health professional with over four years of experience in health systems strengthening, digital health, and community-based program delivery. She has worked with government and internationally recognised organisations, including UNDP and Jhpiego–USAID, contributing to vaccination programs, health system improvement, and service delivery for vulnerable populations.
Her background includes stakeholder engagement, program implementation, monitoring and evaluation, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Passionate about equitable, inclusive, and person-centred services, Sashi is committed to helping people access the right supports to achieve meaningful outcomes.
As a Support Coordinator at Synergy Assist, Sashi empowers participants to understand and implement their NDIS plans with confidence. She works closely with participants, families, carers, and providers to coordinate services, build support networks, and promote independence, choice, and control.
sashi@synergyassist.com.au
Samantha De Groot
Support Coordinator | Specialist Support Coordinator
Sam is a dedicated and compassionate support coordinator who is passionate about empowering people to live the life they choose. She is committed to building genuine relationships with participants, families, carers, and service providers, ensuring every person feels heard, respected, and supported throughout their NDIS journey.
With a warm and person-centered approach, Sam works closely with participants to understand their individual goals, needs, and preferences. She supports people to navigate their NDIS plans with confidence, connect with suitable services, and build strong support networks that promote independence, choice, and control.
Sam is known for her caring nature, reliability, and commitment to providing responsive support. She strives to make the coordination process clear, supportive, and empowering for every participant she works with.
sam@synergyassist.com.au