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Marilyn De La Garza

Brownsville

Summary

Experienced youth care worker with expertise in behavior management, academic observation, and skill assessment. Proven track record in providing counseling and support to youth clients while maintaining a safe and caring environment.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Youth Care Worker Travel Chaperone

Urban Strategies
San Benito, TX
06.2026 - Current
  • Supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of unaccompanied minors during domestic travel.
  • Escort youth to airports, transportation hubs, shelters, and family reunification locations.
  • Maintain constant supervision while providing emotional support and crisis intervention when needed.
  • Communicate effectively with case managers, transportation staff, and receiving agencies to ensure smooth travel coordination.
  • Monitor youth behavior and respond appropriately to emergencies or behavioral concerns.
  • Ensure compliance with organizational policies, safety protocols, and confidentiality requirements.
  • Complete travel documentation, incident reports, and required records accurately and on time.
  • Assist youth with travel procedures, including check-in, security screening, and boarding.
  • Promote a safe, respectful, and supportive environment throughout the travel process.

Build trust with youth by demonstrating patience, professionalism, and cultural sensitivity.

Travel Escort

Southwest Key Programs
Brownsville, TX
01.2023 - 03.2025
  • Provided compassionate support to at-risk youth during travel, fostering a safe environment and enhancing their overall experience.
  • Coordinated travel logistics for diverse groups, ensuring timely arrivals and smooth transitions, significantly reducing travel-related stress.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop and implement safety protocols, resulting in improved compliance and heightened awareness among staff.
  • Assessed travel routes and schedules for efficiency, optimizing travel times and minimizing delays, leading to smoother operations.
  • Engaged with youth to promote positive behavior during trips, successfully cultivating a respectful atmosphere and enhancing group dynamics.

Youth Care Worker

Southwest Key Programs
Brownsville, TX
11.2018 - 01.2023
  • Guide youth in behavior management, fostering positive coping strategies.
  • Support academic growth for 8 youth, boosting educational success.
  • Evaluate youth skills, prioritizing development needs.
  • Build rapport with youth, ensuring a safe, nurturing environment.

Cashier

Galaxy Bowling Center
Brownsville, TX
10.2015 - 11.2018
  • Counted money in cash drawers at the start of each shift and balanced drawer at the end of each shift.
  • Processed cash register transactions by inputting product costs and giving back change.
  • Collected payment for customer purchases.
  • Solved complaints by customers and issued credits for returned merchandise.
  • Assisted customers with locating items, answering questions and providing direction and service.
  • Greeted all customers and provided prompt and friendly service.

Child Caretaker

Little Prints Daycare
Brownsville, TX
02.2017 - 04.2018
  • Maintained safe, nurturing environment for children and followed prescribed procedures for optimal care.
  • Selected activities to reinforce learning and discovery and helped children develop personal interests.
  • Observed signs of behavioral or emotional issues, alerting senior staff and parents of concerns.
  • Maintained clean classroom, eating, and activity areas.
  • Helped children practice good hygiene and provided potty training and diapering.
  • Assisted children in overcoming inappropriate behavior, providing positive guidance and reinforcement.
  • Communicated with parents regarding observations and concerns or to provide positive feedback.

Education

Associate of Arts - Social Work

Texas Southmost College
Brownsville, TX

High School Diploma - undefined

San Benito High School
San Benito, TX
06.2016

Skills

  • Facility Patrolling
  • Academic Observation
  • Behavior Management
  • Skill Assessment
  • Youth Counseling
  • Customer Service
  • Inventory Management
  • Safety Compliance

Timeline

Youth Care Worker Travel Chaperone

Urban Strategies
06.2026 - Current

Travel Escort

Southwest Key Programs
01.2023 - 03.2025

Youth Care Worker

Southwest Key Programs
11.2018 - 01.2023

Child Caretaker

Little Prints Daycare
02.2017 - 04.2018

Cashier

Galaxy Bowling Center
10.2015 - 11.2018

High School Diploma - undefined

San Benito High School

Associate of Arts - Social Work

Texas Southmost College