Mary Jane Maestas
Arvada,Colorado
Summary
Passionate Organizer with many years of diverse experience energizing marginalized citizens to become productive society members. Creative problem-solver with proven success at fixing broken social systems and enabling long-lasting community changes. Relentless advocate for social change with focus on equipping community members to manage and perpetuate improvements.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Advocate
Positive Women's Network US
Denver, CO
01.2024 - Current
- Participated in coalition meetings focused on creating positive change for marginalized communities.
- Organized events to raise awareness of community issues and promote civic engagement.
- Developed partnerships with other non-profit organizations to increase access to services for vulnerable populations.
- Facilitated workshops and seminars on topics such as health, education, poverty reduction and social justice.
Peer Support Specialist
Promotores de Esperanza
Denver, CO
05.2023 - Current
- Led support groups and facilitated one-on-one meetings with recoveries.
- Shared details regarding recovery and wellness principles focused on helping others struggling to stay focused on personal recovery journeys.
- Instilled hope by promoting positive self-disclosure and actively listening to client needs.
- Helped individuals overcome discrimination, stigmas and trauma by providing encouragement and community resources.
Limo Driver
A 5 Star Limo
Denver, CO
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Communicated professionally with customers regarding arrival times, destinations, and other requests, and safely transport customers to destinations.
OTR Truck Driver
Grand Island Trucking
Grand Island, NE
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Delivered products and freight to customers both locally and long distance.
Loss Prevention Officer
Walmart
Grand Junction, CO
01.2001 - 01.2008
- Patrolled perimeter of property to observe and identify potential security risks and undesirable conditions, and watched for customer and employee theft, identifying shoplifters and signs of dishonesty.
OTR Truck Driver
Cr England - Global Transportation
Salt Lake City, CO
01.1999 - 01.2001
- Delivered products and freight to customers both locally and long distance, and drove truck from Coast to Coast picking up and delivering freight to and from customers.
Water Truck Driver
United Companies
Montrose, CO
01.1997 - 01.1999
- Delivered water to construction sites, farms, and other locations as needed.
OTR Truck Driver
Canyon Express
Springdale, AR
01.1994 - 01.1996
- Drove truck and delivered freight to and from customers from Coast to Coast.
Education
Truck Driver Training - Truck Driving
Ft. Morgan Community College
Fort Morgan, CO03-1994
Travel and Tourism - Tourism Marketing
Parks Jr College
Denver, CO09-1989
High School Diploma -
Delta High School
Delta, CO05-1984
Skills
- Advocacy experience
- Implementing Client Care Plans
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Relationship Building
- Communication abilities
- Public Speaking and Story Telling
- Team Building
- Organizing and Canvassing
Accomplishments
- Policy Fellow for 2023-2024 for Positive Women's Network US
- National HIV/AIDS Housing Coalition, Lived Leadership Intern for 2024
Timeline
Community Advocate
Positive Women's Network US
01.2024 - Current
Peer Support Specialist
Promotores de Esperanza
05.2023 - Current
Limo Driver
A 5 Star Limo
01.2011 - 01.2014
OTR Truck Driver
Grand Island Trucking
01.2008 - 01.2011
Loss Prevention Officer
Walmart
01.2001 - 01.2008
OTR Truck Driver
Cr England - Global Transportation
01.1999 - 01.2001
Water Truck Driver
United Companies
01.1997 - 01.1999
OTR Truck Driver
Canyon Express
01.1994 - 01.1996
Truck Driver Training - Truck Driving
Ft. Morgan Community College
Travel and Tourism - Tourism Marketing
Parks Jr College
High School Diploma -
Delta High School
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