Amanda Cody
Middletown,Maryland
Summary
Dynamic Behavior Support Specialist with Frederick County Public Schools, skilled in crisis management and collaborative problem-solving. Achieved increased parental involvement and developed tailored intervention plans, enhancing student success. Proven ability to build relationships and deliver impactful training, fostering a supportive educational environment for students with diverse needs.
Experienced with behavior assessment and intervention planning. Utilizes evidence-based strategies to address challenging behaviors effectively. Knowledge of collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to support individual needs.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavior Support Specialist
Frederick County Public Schools
Frederick, MD
08.2023 - Current
- Utilized variety of methods, skills and tools to provide direct behavior support to students on caseload.
- Increased parental involvement in education planning meetings by developing supportive partnerships focused on shared goals for student success.
- Facilitated communication between parents, teachers, and administrators to ensure consistency in behavior expectations across settings.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive behavior intervention plans for students with challenging behaviors.
- Delivered professional development workshops on best practices in behavior support for fellow educators and staff members.
- Developed intervention support plans for students to build behavioral skill capacity and preserve student access to instruction.
- Monitored student progress towards behavioral goals and adjusted interventions as needed for optimal results.
- Developed strong rapport and trusting relationships with students, fostering a sense of belonging and emotional security within the school setting.
- Supported students'' social-emotional growth through the development of personalized goals and objectives.
- Provided crisis intervention during critical situations, ensuring the safety and well-being of all parties involved.
Family Support Specialist
Frederick County Government
Frederick, MD
07.2006 - 08.2023
- Enhanced family well-being by providing comprehensive support services and resources.
- Assisted families in navigating complex social service systems to access needed supports and benefits.
- Conducted regular home visits to assess family progress and adjust support plans as needed.
- Maintained detailed case notes documenting client interactions, interventions provided, progress made, and any barriers encountered during service delivery.
- Strengthened families'' social networks through referrals to community programs that encourage peer support or mentorship.
- Empowered parents by providing education on child development milestones, effective discipline strategies, and age-appropriate activities.
- Liaised with relevant agencies such as schools or medical providers for seamless coordination of care.
- Connected families with appropriate community resources for financial, emotional, and educational assistance.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care and services for families in need.
- Assisted families in navigating the social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.
- Worked with educational team to develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students.
- Developed and implemented programs to support children's mental health and well-being.
Family Intervention Specialist
Institute for Family Centered Services
Frederick, MD And Hagerstown, MD
09.2003 - 07.2006
- Monitored progress of families through regular check-ins and evaluations, adjusting intervention plans accordingly for optimal results.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including social workers and therapists, to ensure holistic support for families.
- Promoted self-sufficiency in families by teaching problem-solving skills and empowering them to address future challenges with confidence.
- Served as a liaison between families and schools, ensuring effective communication for children''s academic and social success.
- Developed tailored intervention plans for each family to address specific challenges and promote healthier dynamics.
- Coordinated with community organizations to connect families with additional support services and resources as needed.
- Implemented evidence-based practices in all interventions to ensure the highest possible success rates for lasting change in family dynamics.
- Provided crisis intervention services to de-escalate tense situations within families and prevent further harm or conflict.
- Built trust with resistant clients through empathetic listening and non-judgmental engagement, ultimately increasing participation in interventions.
- Improved family relationships by conducting comprehensive assessments and identifying root issues.
- Developed and implemented strategies to reduce and prevent family conflict.
Education
Bachelor of Social Work -
Radford University
Radford, VAMaster of Social Work - Child And Families Clinical Practice
University of Maryland, Baltimore
Baltimore, MD05-2003
Skills
- Parent and staff training
- Mental health awareness
- Collaborative Problem-solving
- Individualized support planning
- Emotional regulation techniques
- Developmental disabilities expertise
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Relationship building
- Professional ethics
- Conflict resolution
- Student support
- Crisis management
Certification
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) – Various State Licensing Boards, applicable to administrators overseeing counseling services.
Timeline
Behavior Support Specialist
Frederick County Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
Family Support Specialist
Frederick County Government
07.2006 - 08.2023
Family Intervention Specialist
Institute for Family Centered Services
09.2003 - 07.2006
Bachelor of Social Work -
Radford University
Master of Social Work - Child And Families Clinical Practice
University of Maryland, Baltimore