In July 2008, Jill commenced working at Picabeen in the role of Youth Information and Referral Officer (YIRO) and in 2011 was promoted to the position of Centre Manager. This is a role that is quite diverse and includes grass roots interactions with people who access the centre, managing the volunteer and student programs, applying for grant funds and more.
Jill has a Bachelor of Social Science majoring in Community Development and Human Services Studies which she completed with Southern Cross University in 2006. Jill’s work experience prior to Picabeen has been wide and varied and has included working in the disability sector, mental health sector, 5 years serving in the Qld Police Service in her early career and 8 years as a stay-at-home mother. Providing quality services in the North West Brisbane region is something that Jill is committed to; she has a passion for ensuring that vulnerable people are supported and that they feel a sense of connection and belonging within their community.
When not at Picabeen, Jill enjoys spending time with family, teaching Yoga and going to the beach.
Vicki has been with Picabeen for over 12 years. commencing as Information and Referral Officer, and later promoted to the role of Youth Programs Manager- funded by Department of Communities and other programs that are secured through grant funding.
Vicki was Acting Centre Manager during Jill’s secondment in 2016.
Vicki completed a Master of Social Work at QUT, she also has a PGDip in Careers Guidance and a BA (Hons) in Communications and Criminology. She previously worked as a Team Leader in the UK for a government-funded youth initiative called Connexions. She coordinates our student Social Work placement program, supervising students from QUT and previously from UQ and ACU
David’s involvement with Picabeen commenced in 1995 when he was elected to the role of Treasurer. Since then he has held a number of positions on the Management Committee and in 2006 was awarded Life Membership of the Association. In 2011 David was appointed to the part time position of Finance and Administration Officer, a role that carries the responsibility of managing the Association finances and assisting the Centre Manager with administration tasks.
David has a Bachelor of Business majoring in Accountancy from Queensland University of Technology and prior to his mature aged tertiary study he worked at Westpac Bank for 23 years. He has seen a number of changes in Picabeen over the past 27 years and is committed to its values and ideals.
Jane has been with Picabeen for over seven years. She started on a student placement whilst studying for her Diploma in Youth Work. After completing her placement, Jane continued on in a volunteer role and was later offered a Youth Worker role which became available under the St. George Foundation funding. Jane works mainly in the local High schools delivering group work programs for Years 7-11.
Jane’s previous experience includes supporting children in care and working with families who foster children. She has also worked in a primary school, supporting children with additional needs and spent many years working with seniors in residential care and in the community. With her down-to-earth attitude and naturally caring nature, Jane brings with her a passion to help and inspire all people she has contact with.
When Jane is not working she enjoys her time with her daughters, cats and their new fur ball cavoodle puppy who is regular at many group work sessions.
Christine joined Picabeen in 2020 as the Centre community engagement and admin support officer. Her background has been working in Community Centres and volunteering with Defence families and veterans. Christine holds a Diploma in Community Development and has training in admin, community services and is a trained Indonesian language teacher.
Within the Centre Christine works to support the activities and classes facilitated by our volunteers as well as oversees placement students at Picabeen. Christine engages with our local community to form a strengths-based approach to community development. She will often be answering calls at the front desk, taking appointments, organising calendars, and completing office admin.
In her spare time Christine loves to go out and explore the Brisbane region, especially markets and op shops. She also likes to read as many books as she can and watch a movie or two
Lynne has a background in health administration in both the private and public sectors; and has also been a business owner – having owned cafes and a real estate business.
As co-ordinator for the Changeroom Op Shop, Lynne enjoys engaging with the local community and being able to help with clothing , having a chat and providing a safe happy place for them. Lynne is assisted by a dedicated band of volunteers to make this possible
Lynne also volunteers on the reception desk at Picabeen Community Centre one day a week – this enables her to keep her administration skills current and meet community members who seek assistance from Picabeen
In her spare time Lynne’s interests include gardening, reading, and helping with the grandchildren.
Joanne is one of many new staff members that have joined our Picabeen team. She recently completed her studies for the Bachelor of Social Work and is very excited with her work here at Picabeen. Joanne is passionate about helping people and strives to give her best. Joanne will be working alongside Kristi in community engagement and will be helping in the office and front desk.
In her spare time. Jo likes to go to the gym and takes her dog for walks. She also enjoys looking out for new places to eat
22 Hoben Street
Mitchelton Qld 4053
Phone: 07 3354 2555
Email: info@picabeen.org.au
Youth Team: youthteam@picabeen.org.au
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