Ray
Chief Executive Officer
Ray commenced at Wayback in 2008, coming from a background in policing, business management and more recently as a pastor. He holds a Bachelor of Business, Diploma of Ministry and a Diploma of Justice Administration.
Ray’s principle responsibilities are to strategize the future directions of Wayback and oversee the daily operations. Ray continues to pastor at a local church, enjoys cycling and playing the saxophone in his spare time.
Counselling Section
Paulene
Head of Counselling
Paulene holds a Bachelor of Counselling & Human Change from Jansen Newman Institute and has worked in the AOD sector for the past 12 years.
Paulene enjoys spending her free time relaxing at the beach.
Christine
AOD Counsellor
Christine holds a Bachelor of Counselling, Diploma of Tourism and Hospitality Management and a Certificate in Business Management. She enjoys anything outdoors, particularly camping, bushwalking and surfing. In 2018 she travelled around Australia with her husband experiencing the beauty and vastness of the country.
Rebekka
AOD Counsellor
Rebekka holds a Bachelor of Counselling and Master of Art Therapy and is passionate about using art as a counselling tool. During her spare time she enjoys outdoor activities such as cycling or hiking.
Anna
AOD Counsellor
Anna holds a Graduate Diploma in Counselling and has expirence mentoring women exiting custody and reintegrating into the community.
Anna enjoys spending her free time being outdoors, listening to music and travelling.
Social Work Section
Caitlin
Head of Social Worker
Caitlin holds a Bachelor of Social Work from Western Sydney University and is a member of the AASW. Caitlin joined Wayback in 2017 and is enjoying working in the Drug and Alcohol field.
Caitlin enjoys spending time with family and friends especially while paddle boarding and relaxing at the beach.
Melia
Social Worker
Melia is undertaking her final subject for her Social Work Degree. During her spare time she enjoys camping and spending time with family and friends.
Dave
Welfare Worker
Dave holds a Certificate in Community Services, Alcohol and Other Drugs. Dave comes to Wayback with a wealth of experience in the AOD Sector and has a heart to reach out to those lost in addiction. He enjoys spending time with his family and attending the gym.
Hannes
Welfare Worker
Hannes holds a Bachelor of Sociology from Hagen University in Germany. Hannes joined the team in 2018 and is really enjoying his experience in the Drug and Alcohol Field.
Hannes enjoys running, cycling and spending time with his family.
Joanne
Head of Administration
Joanne is the administration manager at Wayback. She holds a Bachelor of Arts (Economics) and a certificate in MYOB accounting.
Joanne enjoys spending her free time cooking, bushwalking and floristry.
Theresa
Receptionist
Theresa commenced at Wayback in 2010 and has learnt many functions of the organisation.
She enjoys hanging out with friends, playing volleyball and has completed a number of mission trips to the Pacific Islands, America, Indonesia and New Zealand.
Debbie
Client Co-ordinator
Debbie holds a Diploma in Youth Work, a Certificate in Business Administration and has worked as a family support worker at Barnardo’s for some 10yrs prior to joining Wayback. During her leisure hours she enjoys spending time with family, walking or dining out with friends.
Amanda
Receptionist
Amanda holds the position of client co-ordinator and recently joined the Wayback team. Amanda has a Diploma in Community Services and AOD and has previous experience in the industry.
Amanda enjoys spending time with her family on weekend outings and going to the beach.