Our People
James Lomas
James joined FDS in October 2015. As our Volunteer Manager, his role encompasses working with the Volunteer team, undertaking Interviews with potential volunteers, assisting with the delivery of the volunteer training courses, overseeing the 24/7 telephone roster including debriefing and supporting volunteers and any other administrative requirements.James is passionate about social justice and equality, delivering training, supporting and developing volunteers, advocating for family voices in the sector, and reducing the shame and stigma that impacts family members and people who use drugs.
James Lomas
Volunteer Manager
Belinda Arnold
Belinda has a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Social Science and a Post Graduate Certificate in Public Sector Management.
Belinda has a long work history working with children and families in the public and private sector and this has endowed her with the knowledge and skills to work successfully with families, empowering them to cope and manage during times of adversity.
In her experience as a case manager Belinda has had the opportunity to work with children and families from many different backgrounds and understands the need to listen, respect and acknowledge the power and wisdom encompassed in families. She is also aware of the barriers families experience when seeking support and works to advocate and empower families to build relationships, connect with their communities and continue to care for themselves and the people they love.
As a manager in early intervention services, Belinda has worked alongside families impacted by drug and alcohol use and understands that empathy and building relationships are fundamental to working with people to remain engaged and to strengthen families.
Belinda is excited to be part of Family Drug Support and looks forward to connecting with carers and families in the Central Queensland Region.
Family Support Worker, Rockhampton, Central Queensland
Lindi Harris
Lindi joined the Adelaide team of FDS at the start of 2025, after being supported by FDS for over 15 years. Tragically, Lindi’s son, Aaron, died from his alcohol dependance in 2023, a year before her other son, Alex, died from cancer. Following these life changing events Lindi felt ready to direct her compassion and empathy towards supporting other families during their time of need.Lindi has undergraduate qualifications in teaching and visual art, and post graduate qualifications in educational counselling and developmental trauma, and has worked with all developmental stages across the life span, including people living with severe and multiple disabilities, and children with a trauma history. As well as working 3 days a week with FDS, Lindi currently teaches communication and counselling topics to students at Flinders University.
Lindi uses art, gardening and yoga as strategies to manage her bereavement, and is constructing a ceramic totem pole in honor of her sons’ lives.
Jascinta Black
Jascinta has a Diploma in counselling and is currently undertaking a BA in Counselling. In addition, she has also completed a number of courses in the mental health sector.Jascinta has vast experience working in helping professions and throughout these roles, Jascinta has worked with many families who have been impacted by drug and alcohol use. Specialising in trauma informed and person-centred practice, Jascinta has an acute awareness of the uniqueness of each individuals experience and recognises that every individual is the expert of their own life. Jascinta aims to meet each person with empathy, unconditional positive regard and curiosity.
Jascinta’s work experience, incorporated with her counselling studies has demonstrated her ability to work with families from varied cultural and diverse backgrounds, and treat individuals with inclusivity, dignity, and respect.
Katelyn Durbin
Prior to joining Family Drug Support, Katelyn worked in the AOD field in a residential and day program.
Katelyn believes the FDS model is instrumental in providing the support and knowledge families deserve, in a safe and supportive environment.
In her spare time Katelyn enjoys reading and spending time with family and close friends.
Katelyn Durbin
Family Support Worker, Australian Capital Territory