Maria L Morales
Brownsville
Summary
Bilingual professional with a strong background in youth development and mentorship, leading recreational and educational activities that foster emotional support and independence. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to achieve program goals and create safe, structured environments for positive growth.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Recreational Coordinator / Youth Care Worker
Southwest Key Programs
Brownsville
11.2021 - 03.2025
- Planned and led diverse recreational, educational, and social activities to engage youth and foster development
- Developed monthly activity calendars and coordinated structured programs to ensure consistent youth participation and engagement
- Provided daily supervision, guidance, and emotional support
- Collaborated with staff to support youth development and program goals
- Maintained accurate reports, documentation, and ETO data tracking to support program evaluation and improvement
Youth Care Worker (Vocational & Recreational Focus)
Southwest Key Programs
McAllen
10.2020 - 11.2021
- Coordinated structured recreational and developmental activities, enhancing youth engagement and personal growth
- Facilitated life skills and career readiness training, promoting youth independence and self-sufficiency
- Supported youth in daily routines, fostering a nurturing environment that encouraged skill development and resilience
- Maintained documentation, reports, and program records
Education
High School Diploma -
Homer Hanna High School
Brownsville, TXSkills
- Program Planning & Event Coordination
- Youth Development & Mentorship
- Behavior Support & Engagement
- Crisis intervention
- Community Engagement
- Leadership & Staff Support
- Creativity & Activity Design
- ETO documentation
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Communication and Team Collaboration
Certification
- CPR & First Aid Certified
- CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention)
- Youth Behavior Management & De-escalation
- Child Supervision & Safety Protocols
- Documentation & Reporting Systems (ETO)
Timeline
Recreational Coordinator / Youth Care Worker
Southwest Key Programs
11.2021 - 03.2025
Youth Care Worker (Vocational & Recreational Focus)
Southwest Key Programs
10.2020 - 11.2021
High School Diploma -
Homer Hanna High School