Employee of the Month: Jose Gonzales

Meet Support Counselor Jose Gonzales

How long have you been with EA? What roles have you had?

Four years; I’ve been a Transporter and Visitation Monitor as well.

What originally made you want to work with EA?

I wanted to become a Social Worker and thought this would be a great place to start.

Describe what your best day on the job looks like.

Any and every day can be a best day.

What do you wish people knew about working in your field?

You can really help people that need it most: the foster youth.

How do you practice self care?

By relaxing and getting 8+ hours of sleep.

What's a hidden talent you have, or something about yourself that would surprise most people?

I’m a former basketball player and played for Delta College once upon a time.