About

Sharon Howell is the Director and Principal Occupational Therapist at Vicwide Health Network.

Upon graduating from Occupational Therapy (OT) in 1997 Sharon worked in both Victorian regional and metro public health settings where she was fortunate to work with all ages (0-100+), across all areas of the health service.

From 2003-2009, Sharon worked in the private sector as the National Senior Occupational Therapist for a multi-national company. During these years she maintained an Occupational Therapy clinical caseload while supervising staff across Australia and developed strong skills in coordinating and supervising teams. Sharon also gained valuable experience of different state-based health systems and funding bodies around the country to enable strict adherence to relevant legislation and policies.

In 2009 Sharon set up Vicwide Health Network supporting clients who have experienced complex trauma (usually following a transport accident), in particular spinal cord injuries and acquired brain injuries. Sharon also has experience working with clients impacted by burns, visual impairment and amputations.

Since 2015, Sharon has maintained this clinical Occupational Therapy caseload whilst also supporting iCare participants (both adults and children in Victoria and Queensland) in a case management role.