Brittany Robarge
Syracuse
Summary
Professional with experience supporting youth and individuals in high-stress environments through behavioral intervention, crisis support, and collaborative work with educators, families, and service professionals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher /Permanent Building Substitute Teacher
Syracuse City School District
Syracuse
03.2024 - Current
- Provide daily behavioral support and crisis intervention for students with complex behavioral and developmental needs.
- Work closely with teachers, administrators, families, and support staff to help students remain safe, engaged, and supported in the classroom.
- Assist during behavioral escalations and help implement consistent intervention strategies across staff.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
Forensic Autopsy Technician
Onondaga County Medical Examiner’s Office
Syracuse
02.2020 - 08.2022
- Assisted forensic pathologists with post-mortem examinations including fingerprinting, x-rays, specimen collection, and evidence processing.
- Maintained detailed documentation and handled sensitive evidence according to investigative and legal standards.
- Worked regularly with death investigators, law enforcement, funeral directors, and other medical professionals.
Emergency Department Technician
Albany Medical Center
Albany
06.2016 - 05.2019
- Supported physicians and nurses in a high-volume emergency department providing patient care and clinical assistance.
- Performed phlebotomy, EKG testing, CPR, and other clinical tasks in urgent and high-stress situations.
- Assisted with department operations and supply management.
Child Care Worker / Intervention Staff
St. Anne’s Institute
Albany
02.2015 - 05.2019
- Supported girls ages 12–19 in a residential program through daily supervision, life-skills guidance, and emotional support.
- Supervised youth in both residential and school settings to maintain a safe and structured environment.
- At times responsible for running the residential unit, overseeing staff coverage and maintaining safety and daily operations.
- Implemented Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) strategies when residents were in crisis.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Biology, Psychology
University at Albany, State University of New York
Skills
- Crisis intervention and behavioral support
- Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Ability to remain calm and effective in high-stress environments
- Microsoft Office and general computer proficiency
Certification
- NYS EMT-BLS Certification, expired, 2019
- Trained Community-Based Doula
Timeline
Special Education Teacher /Permanent Building Substitute Teacher
Syracuse City School District
03.2024 - Current
Forensic Autopsy Technician
Onondaga County Medical Examiner’s Office
02.2020 - 08.2022
Emergency Department Technician
Albany Medical Center
06.2016 - 05.2019
Child Care Worker / Intervention Staff
St. Anne’s Institute
02.2015 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Human Biology, Psychology
University at Albany, State University of New York