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Maria J Gonzalez Gamino

Tolleson

Summary

Dedicated and bilingual Behavioral Science student with hands-on practicum experience supporting youth and families in a community behavioral health setting. Demonstrated strengths in client-centered support, group facilitation, and building rapport through empathy and cultural sensitivity. Experienced in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, assisting with case management tasks, and maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards while working directly with children and adolescents Skilled in basic case documentation, organizing group activities, and adapting quickly to new environments with professionalism. Known for a strong eagerness to learn, active listening, and a respectful approach that promotes safety, trust, and compassionate care.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Intern

Confianza Health
09.2025 - 12.2025

- Assisted with planning, preparing, and facilitating weekly activities for children and adolescents.

- Modeled positive behavior, reinforced boundaries, and promoted a safe and respectful environment.

- Provided families with basic information about available services, groups, classes, and community resources.

Waitress

Los Pinos Surf and Turf
09.2021 - 12.2021
  • Write patrons' food orders on order slips, memorize them, or enter orders into computers for transmission to the kitchen staff.
  • Perform cleaning duties, such as sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet, tidying up server station, taking out trash, or checking and cleaning bathroom.
  • Assist host or hostess by answering phones to take reservations or to-go orders, and by greeting, seating, and thanking guests.
  • Collect payments from customers.

Cashier

Abarrotes Brenda
02.2017 - 06.2019
  • Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Sciences

South Mountain Community College
Phoenix, AZ
12-2026

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Phoenix College
Phoenix, AZ
05.2024

Skills

  • Bilingual Communication (English & Spanish)
  • Team Collaboration
  • Adaptability
  • Basic Case Documentation
  • Eagerness to Learn
  • Active Listening
  • Confidentiality & Ethics
  • Client-Centered Support

Certification

  • CPR / AED / First Aid Certification
  • Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI), 3rd Edition
  • Arizona Food Handler Certificate
  • Psychological and Emotional Resilience Training
  • Arizona Level I Fingerprint Clearance Card — Active

Timeline

Intern

Confianza Health
09.2025 - 12.2025

Waitress

Los Pinos Surf and Turf
09.2021 - 12.2021

Cashier

Abarrotes Brenda
02.2017 - 06.2019

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Phoenix College

Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Sciences

South Mountain Community College