Darla has worked in social services for over 30 years. Originally hired to process entitlement benefits, she was promoted to supervisor where she oversaw CalWORKS, CalFresh, Medi-Cal and General Assistance programs. Darla’s multi-program
expertise made her a natural choice to start the first San Mateo Countywide benefits hotline. She was part of developing and standardizing CalWORKs curriculum and training protocols for new hires.

Darla earned her Master’s of Social Work while working full-time as a Human Services Supervisor. Eventually, she moved over to Child Welfare, where she supervised department wide supportive services.  Darla became a state certified Child & Family Services Reviewer (CFRS).  Darla is from Pacifica, CA, attended San Francisco State University and worked for San Mateo County Human Services.

She has been a volunteer/advocate for local Community Based Organizations and public schools since her retirement in 2018.