Alayna Baker
Willimantic,CT
Summary
Client-centered professional experienced in supporting individuals facing emotional and behavioral challenges in trauma-informed settings. Focused on fostering supportive relationships that empower youth to navigate difficult situations, build confidence, and develop healthy coping skills in structured environments. Brings a calm, dependable, and patient approach to support client care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Recovery Support Specialist
Community Health Resources
Willimantic, Connecticut
03.2025 - Current
- Delivered trauma-informed support and recovery coaching to women in DMHAS Women's REACH Program, facilitating navigation of treatment and recovery resources.
- Cultivated supportive relationships with clients through advocacy, crisis intervention, and goal planning while collaborating with providers and community support systems.
- Participated in community outreach efforts to increase client engagement and connect individuals with local support services and treatment resources.
Store Manager
Carpenter Novelties
Storrs, Connecticut
01.2022 - 03.2025
- Supervised and trained employees, fostering a positive and team-oriented workplace culture
- Developed strong communication and problem-solving skills by addressing customer concerns and managing branch responsibilities.
Paraprofessional
Adelbrook
Manchester, Connecticut
09.2019 - 04.2021
- Facilitated support for students with behavioral, emotional, and developmental needs, enhancing their engagement in a structured educational setting.
- Assisted students with daily living skills, classroom activities, emotional regulation, and positive social relationships.
- Collaborated with teachers, behavioral teams, and families to maintain a safe, supportive, and student-focused environment.
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Coventry Kids Center
Coventry, Connecticut
06.2016 - 08.2019
- Maintained a stable, encouraging, and engaging classroom environment for young children through daily educational and developmental activities.
- Collaborated with a team to strengthen children's social, emotional, and behavioral communication routines to nurture child development.
- Supported families and coworkers to maintain a structured, positive, and child-centered learning environment.
Education
Associate of Arts - Social Work
CT State Community College
Manchester, CT05-2026
High School Diploma -
Coventry High School
Coventry, CTSkills
- Behavioral health interventions
- Trauma-informed care
- Recovery planning
- Substance misuse
- Harm reduction
- Peer support expertise
- Case management support
- Advocacy strategies
Timeline
Recovery Support Specialist
Community Health Resources
03.2025 - Current
Store Manager
Carpenter Novelties
01.2022 - 03.2025
Paraprofessional
Adelbrook
09.2019 - 04.2021
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Coventry Kids Center
06.2016 - 08.2019
Associate of Arts - Social Work
CT State Community College
High School Diploma -
Coventry High School