Katie Attwill

Operations Manager - Mid North Coast

ABOUT

Katie brings to The Chrysalis Group over 14 years of experience in the community service sector in QLD. Katie has developed a deep commitment to supporting individuals across a variety of care needs. Starting her journey within the Child, Youth, and Family sector, Katie provided support for children and families navigating complex trauma care. During this time, she successfully led and coordinated residential youth care homes, ensuring that vulnerable young people received the care and support they deserved.

Katie transitioned into the aged care and disability sector within Life Without Barriers, one of Australia’s largest disability organisations. In this role, Katie expanded her expertise, developing an extensive knowledge of the NDIS, leadership, managing Supported Independent Living (SIL), and coordinating the delivery of independent and community-based supports. Katie also played a crucial part in the organisation’s transition to the NDIS, helping to shape the future of disability support. 

Most recently, Katie served as the Regional Operations Manager for Centacare in south QLD. In this role, Katie ensured the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care across SIL services, along with mentoring and leading a team of Program Coordinators and guiding them in managing complex SIL portfolios throughout Ipswich, Brisbane, Moreton Bay, and the Sunshine Coast.

VALUES AND APPROACH

Katie is dedicated and passionate about empowering vulnerable individuals, helping them build confidence and ensuring they are afforded the same opportunities as everyone else.