Welcome to Warrina Services

David joined Warrina Services in 2022 and has held leadership & executive positions in State, Commonwealth and Non-Government Organisations in Toowoomba, Ipswich and Brisbane. With over 20 years’ experience, and a passionate emphasis on community inclusion and capacity building he entered the sector as a youth worker while furthering his tertiary studies and is a Fellow of the Institute of Managers and Leaders ANZ and a Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Fiona has been working with Warrina Services since 1997 in numerous roles. Fiona has been one of the Operations Managers since 2001 and has been honoured to watch the organisation grow into a preferred employer within the disability industry. Fiona is proud to be a part of an amazing team of staff who strive to provide quality support services to the Clients of Warrina Services.

Linda has been working within the disability industry since 1997. Linda commenced working at Warrina Services in 2001 and has been employed as an Operations Manager since 2011. Linda prides herself in assisting her clients to become valued members within their community. Linda is looking forward to Warrina growing and embracing the many changes to come within the disability sector.

Robert is the Warrina Services’ Financial Officer. Robert has been working within the disability industry since the 1980’s. Robert first became involved with Warrina Services as a Board member in 1998. Robert is committed to promoting and upholding the rights of people with a disability and he also volunteers each month with the Toowoomba and District Down Syndrome Support Group.

Ashleigh started working as a Support Worker in January 2018. We quickly became aware of her organisational skills seconding her for Administration duties on a few mornings each week. Ashleigh now works in the Office full time and is enjoying the challenges that the work brings.

Sue has been our Assistant Administration Officer since March 2013 after 25 years in the banking industry. Sue enjoys interacting with clients and staff and works with the office staff to ensure the smooth running of the Warrina Services administration.

Maddison joined Warrina Services in early 2023, being new to the disability industry. Maddison took on the role as an Administration Officer then proceeded to take on Support Work while continuing her role in Administration. Maddison is very passionate about helping people and finds it a very fulfilling role knowing she can brighten up a client’s life and help them make a positive impact.

Brendan Campbell joined Warrina in 2013 and is working as a Coordinator. Brendan is a former registered nurse with qualifications in psychiatry and intensive care nursing. Brendan’s passion is mental health, particularly providing education to Support Workers to enable them to deliver top quality support to Warrina Services’ clients.

Bec joined Warrina in 2020 as an Administration officer from a back ground of client care and client service. She is passionate about helping people and this is a big reason why she quickly fell in love with this industry. After working on Reception for around 12 months, she decided she wanted to be more involved in clients’ lives and continue to foster the relationships she had already formed so commenced working as a support worker on weekends. Having two varied roles within Warrina has recently enabled her to step into a Direct Services Coordination role. Her goal is to continually enhance positive relationships with her clients and co-workers.

Kara McCarthy commenced her role as Coordinator in July 2021.  Equipped with a Diploma of Community Services and a Cert IV in Disability, with an additional 10 years’ experience in positions including frontline client support and coordinating client programs within the public Disability Sector, Kara is well-appointed to provide quality support to the clients of Warrina Services.  Kara strives to enhance positive working relationships with and on behalf of Warrina clients to enable and empower them to achieve their goals.

Geoff has worked in the sector since 2009 in various direct support and coordination roles. Geoff started working with Warrina in 2018, was a locum Team Leader in 2020 and commenced as a Direct Services Coordinator in 2021. Geoff is proud to be part of an organisation that has such a solid reputation in the local community. Geoff is a passionate advocate for the right of people with disability to have choice in how they live their lives and to direct their own supports where they are needed.

Chloe joined Warrina in 2019 as a support worker and developed a strong interest in the disability industry. Seeking to broaden her understanding of the organisation, she transitioned to the administration team before completing her Diploma in Community Services. In 2022, Chloe took on the role of Direct Services Coordinator, driven by her desire to assist clients in achieving their goals and advocating for those who cannot express their needs. With a deep commitment to community involvement, Chloe is dedicated to witnessing the growth and success of all clients while fostering lasting relationships with the community, clients, and fellow staff members.

Roxanne Cauley commenced work with Warrina Services in January 2017. Having worked in the disability sector for over 6 years and completed an Honours degree in Psychology she is well equipped to provide quality service to Warrina clients.  She has experience working in community access, respite, supported living, mobile support and day services within disability and mental health. Roxanne is committed to fostering and maintaining strong relationships with clients and support workers to achieve rewarding and fulfilling support outcomes. She prides herself in supporting our clients to live their best life! 

David Arrowsmith commenced work with Warrina Services as a Support Coordinator in 2019. He brings to the position his broad experience having worked as a Transition Case Manager  in Residential Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation. Prior to this, he worked for many years as a Disability Employment Consultant; assisting people with a disability to secure and sustain mainstream employment. David draws job satisfaction through helping people to better their situation and having a positive influence on their lives.

Kate Fitton commenced with Warrina Services in 2007 as a Support Worker. Since 2016 Kate has been part of the Direct Services team at Bridge Street; initially as a Project Officer assisting our clients to prepare for their access requests for NDIS and then as a Coordinator. In September 2020 Kate commenced working in her current Supports Coordination role. Kate is dedicated to assisting clients to experience a fulfilling life and help them to be contributing and valued members of their communities. Kate established the Garden Project at 172 Bridge Street for all to enjoy.

Emily Hewitt joined the team at Warrina Services in 2021 as a Direct Services Coordinator and commenced her current role as a Supports Coordinator in 2022. Emily was previously working in the Health Sector as an Exercise Physiologist and is passionate about helping individuals with disabilities reach their goals and improve their quality of life. Emily wants to work together with her clients to deliver quality services and to ensure a client centred approach is upheld.

Aaron was originally a Support Worker and a Coordinator with Warrina Services for over 10 years. Since then he has completed a Doctorate of Psychology (Clinical), and now is the Director of Houston House, a clinical psychology practice. Aaron joined the Board of Management of Warrina Services some 7 years ago and this year is now in the Chairperson’s role. Aaron has lived is Toowoomba for coming up to 30 years and more recently has taken ownership of two French Bulldogs, named Enzo and Edwina. Aaron is approachable and if contact is required, please do not hesitate to contact the Warrina Office to leave a message. 

Ian joined the Board in 2015. He was also a board member of the Toowoomba Friendlies Society Pharmacy for approximately 18 years where he served as deputy chair and chairman, retiring in 2021. Ian spent approximately 50 years in the motor industry, the majority of this time as a fleet sales manager, as well as owning his own business for nearly 15 years. He grew up on the Darling Downs, moving to Toowoomba in 1962. Ian has also served as a Justice of the Peace (QUAL) since 1983.

Ray has been a Board member since January 2008 and held the position of Chairperson from November 2009 to November 2022. Ray and his family came to Toowoomba from Rockhampton at the end of 1992. In Rockhampton, Ray spent many years as a partner in public accountancy and then as a partner of R & D Accountants in Toowoomba until his retirement in 2014. Ray has a keen interest in the thoroughbred horse industry and was a member of the Toowoomba Turf Club board for almost 10 years and held the position of Deputy Chairman.

Robert has a background in management and banking and has over 40 years’ experience in the disability sector. He became a Board Member in 1998 and in the following year commenced as a Support Worker providing direct care to clients. Robert first became involved with Warrina Services as a volunteer, working with individuals and families, providing supports and living skills assistance. Robert, who has a disability himself, is committed to promoting and upholding the rights of people with a disability. Robert has an interest in early model Australian cars, football and cricket.

Wendy has a strong passion for the disability sector and has extensive experience working within the industry for 12 years, firstly in various State Government positions before moving onto the NDIS when it commenced in Toowoomba in 2016. She has particular interest in mental health and supported living issues. Prior to joining the disability sector Wendy worked at USQ for 10 years and has had several small businesses herself with her husband. Two years ago, Wendy retired from real work and now runs an online business which allows her the time and freedom to persue volunteering activities such as joining the Warrina family. Wendy and her husband have lived in the Highfields area for over 30 years, they have 2 wonderful children, Daniel and Sally who both live in Brisbane, and earlier this year they became very proud grandparents.

Ben O’Neill is the managing partner of an award winning family law firm in Toowoomba. Prior to specialising in family law, Ben was an established commercial lawyer. Ben has a longstanding association with Toowoomba, having completed his schooling in the town. He is passionate about the region. He enjoys spending time with his family in his spare time in the Toowoomba Region.