Cailey DenBoer
Lolo,MT
Summary
MSW graduate student with expertise in trauma-informed care and community mental health support. Proficient in implementing evidence-based interventions and fostering trust with diverse populations. Focused on holistic wellness and strengths-based practices to enhance client-centered care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
SUD Prevention Program Practicum
Missoula County
Missoula, MT
08.2025 - Current
- Facilitated INDEPTH curriculum for adolescents, delivering strengths-based education on vaping and nicotine dependence.
- Distributed harm-reduction materials and educational resources in accordance with public health best practices.
- Assisted staff in updating prevention materials, handouts, and referral pathways for local schools.
Youth Engagement Specialist
EmpowerMT
Missoula, USA
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Designed and facilitated youth leadership programs emphasizing social justice and mental well-being.
- Developed curriculum to enhance conflict resolution skills and emotional resilience.
- Provided direct mentorship and support to youth participants for personal growth.
- Collaborated with community organizations to broaden outreach and support services.
K-12 Health and PE Teacher
Lincoln Public Schools
Lincoln, USA
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Designed and delivered comprehensive, age-appropriate health and physical education curricula aligned with state standards, promoting lifelong wellness and inclusive physical literacy.
- Facilitated interactive lessons on mental health, healthy relationships, and substance use prevention, empowering students with critical decision-making and self-advocacy skills.
- Fostered a supportive and trauma-informed classroom environment that emphasized student engagement, safety, and respect for diverse abilities and identities.
Coach
Lincoln Public Schools
Lincoln, USA
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Directed and supervised practices and games.
- Mentored and supported student-athletes, fostering personal and academic growth.
- Provided leadership relevant to academic progress and personal development.
Paraprofessional
University of Montana Western
Dillon, USA
08.2017 - 03.2020
- Assisted teachers with lesson planning and classroom management.
- Provided academic guidance and mentorship to students.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
University of Montana
Missoula, MT05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Education, Early Childhood Education
University of Montana Western
Dillon, MT01.2021
Skills
- Trauma-informed practices
- Motivational interviewing
- Peer support
- Harm reduction strategies
- Therapeutic rapport
- Team collaboration
Timeline
SUD Prevention Program Practicum
Missoula County
08.2025 - Current
Youth Engagement Specialist
EmpowerMT
08.2024 - 05.2025
K-12 Health and PE Teacher
Lincoln Public Schools
08.2022 - 06.2023
Coach
Lincoln Public Schools
08.2021 - 05.2023
Paraprofessional
University of Montana Western
08.2017 - 03.2020
Master of Social Work - Social Work
University of Montana
Bachelor of Science - Education, Early Childhood Education
University of Montana Western