Leadership

Gladys Gonzalez has been with Catholic Charities for five years, serving in multiple leadership roles across several sites to advance the agency’s mission, increase capacity, and strengthen sustainability. She has managed more than 45 programs providing relief to vulnerable individuals and families in the community.

Currently, Gladys serves as the Executive Director at St. Peter-St. Joseph Children’s Home, where she leads efforts to provide a safe, nurturing environment for children in crisis and to break cycles of abuse and neglect. Previously, she served as Vice President of Programs for Catholic Charities, where she helped implement a new business model and oversaw program development and operations.

As Executive Director of the Guadalupe Community Center, Gladys launched new initiatives focused on emergency services, education, and self-sufficiency while ensuring compliance with federal and local funding. Her earlier career includes leadership roles in talent acquisition and operations at Career Transitions, and a 19-year tenure at USAA, where she supported executive operations. Gladys holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in International Business from the University of the Incarnate Word.

Rey Acosta serves as Vice President of Programs at St. Peter-St. Joseph Children’s Home, where he oversees the delivery of services and support to children in care. He is responsible for strategic planning, goal alignment, staff management, compliance, and quality assurance to ensure excellence across all programs.

Since joining St. PJ’s in 2004, Rey has held several key positions, including Associate Residential Programs Supervisor, Associate Director of Recruitment and Training, Program Director, and Human Resources Manager. He earned his Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Texas–Permian Basin.

Valerie Ontiveros serves as the Senior Director of Emergency Services at St. Peter–St. Joseph Children’s Home, bringing over 25 years of experience in children’s residential services. She is deeply passionate about creating a welcoming environment where children feel safe, valued, and at home—no matter the length of their stay at St. PJ’s.

In her role, Valerie provides strategic leadership and guidance across programs, fostering growth, collaboration, and continuous improvement. As the agency’s Licensed Child Care Administrator, she works closely with Program Directors and staff to ensure compliance, uphold best practices, and promote a culture of care and accountability. Her leadership is marked by her commitment to positive change and empowerment, both for the children and the teams she supports.

Valerie earned her Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Our Lady of the Lake University. Outside of her professional role, she is actively involved in her community—volunteering on the PTA board and booster clubs for her children’s schools, serving as an engaged member of St. José Sánchez del Río Catholic Church, and acting as the board liaison for the Catholic Charities Young Adult Board.

Marvin Farris serves as Program Director for the Domestic Program at St. Peter-St. Joseph Children’s Home. He is dedicated to ensuring the safety, well-being, and healing of children in care. With extensive experience in Child Protective Services investigations, Marvin brings a deep understanding of child safety and family dynamics to his role.

In his current position, Marvin provides leadership to staff, oversees program operations, and develops policies that promote stability and resilience. He works collaboratively to ensure that each child receives compassionate, individualized support in a safe and nurturing environment.

Marvin earned his Bachelor’s degree in Sociology with a minor in Psychology from Eastern New Mexico University, where he developed a strong foundation in understanding human behavior and social systems. His professional background and compassionate leadership reflect his lifelong commitment to advocating for vulnerable children and fostering environments where every child can thrive.

Jayne Flores serves as Program Director for the International Program at St. Peter-St. Joseph Children’s Home. She joined the agency in 2015 and brings over 15 years of experience working with children in the child welfare system.

In her current role, Jayne oversees daily operations and program development for shelter services, ensuring a safe, supportive, and structured environment for residents. She provides leadership to staff, develops policies, and coordinates comprehensive services that promote well-being, stability, and long-term success.

Jayne is dedicated to maintaining compliance with best practices, building strong partnerships with stakeholders, and fostering a trauma-informed, client-centered culture. She holds dual Bachelor’s degrees in Psychology and Criminology from Texas A&M University–Kingsville.

Karen Diliberti serves as the Senior Director of Counseling for Catholic Charities, Archdiocese of San Antonio. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and LMFT-Supervisor with more than 20 years of experience in trauma-informed relational healing.

In her role, Karen leads with compassion and expertise to support youth, families, and adults impacted by the child welfare system. Her clinical work focuses on grief and loss, attachment wounds, trauma recovery, and fostering self-regulation and stress reduction. Her approach is grounded in empathy, connection, and evidence-based practices that honor each person’s lived experience.

Karen earned her undergraduate degree from Alverno College in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and her graduate degree from the University of San Francisco. Her career reflects a lifelong commitment to healing, advocacy, and empowerment through relationships.