Mary joined De Colores in May 2018, after working at a warehouse for 18 years. She always wanted to work at De Colores, so she would constantly check the CPLC website for any open position. She saw a position for Support Partner and quickly applied. She was interested after being advised what the position entailed. After 6 months, her supervisor informed her of another position, but she would be an Administrative Office Care Specialist, this time in the administrative area. In this role, she obtained experience and training in handling family cases and helping women with the process of dealing with domestic violence. After two years in that position, she decided to apply for another opening and obtained the Case Manager position.

 

Mary has lived in Arizona for the last 31 years; she is originally from Mexico. Upon arriving from Mexico, Mary began working in the farm fields during school vacations as she studies high school, from which she graduated in 1993. She had multiple jobs in the farm field until she obtained her legal status in this country. Mary then began working at warehouses, driving heavy machines like forklift, TSP., etc. She also spent some time selling car insurance, but her goal was to join CPLC De Colores. It wasn't until 2018 when she finally had the opportunity, like today, she enjoys being able to help people and the families who suffer from any domestic violence.