Ellis Huppelschoten-Gorissen has a diverse background in social work and volunteer coordination, currently serving as a Verenigingsconsulent at Nationale Vereniging de Zonnebloem since August 2022, where assistance is provided to volunteers executing administrative tasks. Previously, as a Projectcoördinator at Welzijn Barneveld from October 2019 to August 2022, Ellis coordinated over 100 pairs of participants and volunteers in the Maatjesproject, managing recruitment, intake interviews, and monitoring interactions. Experience as a Woon&werkcoach at Stichting Ons Bedrijf from August 2012 to September 2019 involved coaching individuals with intellectual disabilities or mental health issues. Additional roles included weekend support work with individuals facing various challenges and several positions as a temporary worker in organizations focused on care for individuals with disabilities. Ellis's educational background includes a Bachelor's degree in Maatschappelijk werk en dienstverlening from Christelijke Hogeschool Ede, completed in July 2015.