Meet the Team at Metanoia Rays. Together, we are the driving force behind positive change and growth.
With a shared dedication to making a difference, the Metanoia Rays team is here to support you every step of the way.
Anjana Baral
Managing Director
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Dharun Madathil
Managing Director
Click here to get to know Dharun.Ashleigh Purcher
Senior Occupational Therapist
Ashleigh is Metanoia Rays Senior Occupational Therapist (OT).
Ashleigh has had extensive experience providing a range of therapy services to participants in homes, in the community, aged care facilities and in the workplace.
OT involves completing assessments, equipment prescription, emotional regulation and skill development with participants.Ashleigh is passionate about assisting people to achieve their goals, working with a person-centred focus to ensure she is supporting participants with things that are important to them.
Avishek Phuyal
Support Coordinator
Avishek is a Coordination of Supports professional at Metanoia Rays. In his role, he works closely with participants, their families, NDIS service providers, allied health professionals and government agencies to ensure individuals receive supports that align with their needs and goals.
His previous positions in the sector have given him deep knowledge of service systems and participant pathways.
He is currently completing a Master of Social Work. His strengths include time management, prioritisation, participant engagement and a strong understanding of NDIS processes. Guided by honesty, kindness and wisdom, Avishek is passionate about helping others and contributing positively to the community through calm, compassionate and responsive practice.
Darren Meers
Lifestyle Activity Assistant
Darrens role is to assist with head office operations and ensure office supplies are ordered and collected.
He is also king of the BBQ on our Darwin community BBQ days.
Darren values being a contributing member of society, maintaining good health to stay healthy with his family.
When Darren is not working, he loves watching cricket and football and sleeping.
Having the special qualities of patience with the ability to actively listen to what others say make Darren such a valuable member of Metanoia Rays Team.
Deepa Bhattarai
Service Coordinator
Deepa is a dedicated Service Coordinator at Metanoia Rays. She supports participants with disabilities by facilitating clear communication and smooth coordination between support staff, stakeholders and service providers.
Deepa holds a Master of Professional Accounting, a Diploma in Leadership and Management and a Certificate in Disability Support. These qualifications strengthen her ability to deliver high quality support and contribute to positive outcomes for participants.
Her strengths in communication, problem solving and relationship building help her excel in a people focused environment. She is guided by empathy, integrity and accountability, and she is passionate about empowering individuals with disabilities to access the right supports and achieve meaningful, person centred outcomes.Jo Rogan
HR & Organisational Systems Lead
Jo is the HR and Organisational Systems Lead at Metanoia Rays. In this role, she oversees key organisational systems, HR coordination, recruitment and onboarding, compliance processes and the Quality Management System. She works closely with leadership and staff across branches to ensure workflows, communication channels and internal processes are clear, accessible and supportive of high quality service delivery.
Jo recently completed her Masters, focusing on Social Sciences and Aboriginal Knowledge Systems. This learning strengthens her commitment to culturally grounded practice, respectful collaboration and knowledge sharing across diverse communities.
She values experience, creativity and collective learning, and she enjoys fostering environments where communication is open and people feel empowered to contribute. Much of her work centres on making information easier to navigate, improving staff experiences and supporting consistent organisational growth. Jo is motivated by the opportunity to contribute to a team that aims to remove barriers, uplift individuals and build systems that genuinely support people to thrive.Raelene Mc Adam
Deputy General Manager
As the Deputy General Manager at Metanoia Rays, Raelene ensures the effective delivery of services, overseeing performance and aligning business goals with participant needs. She manages service delivery, monitors budgets, and leads a dynamic team to achieve set targets. Raelene also drives business development activities, ensuring continuous growth and improvement.
Before joining Metanoia Rays, Raelene held key roles as a Local Area Coordinator at APM and Carers Queensland, and as a Senior Local Area Coordinator at Carers Queensland, giving her invaluable experience in the NDIS sector.
With a Cert 3 in Individual Support (Aged, Disability & Dementia) and a Diploma in Business Management, Raelene excels in her role thanks to her deep understanding of NDIS pathways, strong leadership, and her commitment to service excellence.
Passionate about helping others achieve their dreams, Raelene lives by the values of equality, integrity, and respect, ensuring every participant has the support they need to thrive.
Samita Maharjan
Finance Manager
Samita says learning new skills excites her. It is this openness to learning that has led Samita along an extensive tertiary education journey and a variety of work experience in disability and finance sectors.
With such a deep understanding of this sector, Samita is such a valuable member of the Metanoia Rays Team.
As Finance Manager, she is responsible for invoicing, payroll, accounts receivable and payable.
Personally, Samita values gratitude, honesty, accountability. She says,
"I really believe that one should embrace life with humility, gratitude, intellectual curiosity, and constant learning.”Shankar Panta
Service Coordinator
Shankar is a Service Coordinator at Metanoia Rays. In this role, Shankar oversees Supported Independent Living operations, coordinates rosters, liaises with Support Coordinators and Allied Health professionals, and ensures that all services meet NDIS Practice Standards. Shankar focuses on maintaining compliance, managing documentation and reporting requirements, supporting staff performance and ensuring participants receive safe, person centred supports that align with their individual goals.
Before stepping into the Service Coordinator position, Shankar worked as a Disability Support Worker and Team Leader at Metanoia Rays. Shankar also gained valuable frontline experience through roles with Territory Health and Support, Unidex and COCON.
Shankar values accountability, integrity and respect and is passionate about improving participant outcomes and strengthening systems that support high quality care.Soniya Dahal
Operations Administrator (Rostering & Compliance)
With a nursing background and over seven years of experience as a dedicated support worker, Soniya brings a strong foundation in compassionate, person-centred care.
Currently working as an Operations Administrator, she combines her clinical knowledge with organisational and administrative expertise to support efficient, high-quality service delivery.
Known for being kind, caring, and empathetic, she is committed to supporting individuals with dignity, respect, and professionalism.
Yashoda Dhakal Aryal
Operations & Support Coordination Admin Officer (Brisbane)
Yashoda holds a Masters in Business Administration and extensive experience in a variety of workplaces which has given her the skills and knowledge to be the multi-talented administrative assistant she is.
It is Yashoda’s role at Metanoia Rays to provide the administrative tasks and central communication point for support workers and participants in Brisbane.
When she is not working, Yashoda enjoys traveling, hiking, shopping and dancing.