PCIT and caregiver-focused treatment; early childhood emotional and behavioral regulation; executive functioning and CBT-based skill building; trauma- and attachment-informed care for children in foster care and adoption; permanency and family connection support; mental health accessibility for underserved youth; culturally responsive, neurodiversity-affirming practice; child welfare policy and advocacy
Haley Cuthbert
Watertown,MA
Summary
BA/MSW candidate passionate about supporting children, adolescents, and families through compassionate, evidence-based care. My experience in foster care, neurodiverse services, and behavioral support has shown me how meaningful change can happen when young people and their caregivers feel understood, supported, and empowered. I love learning new therapeutic approaches and I’m eager to strengthen my skills in individual, family, and group work through hands-on practice and thoughtful supervision. I’m especially energized by opportunities to collaborate on multidisciplinary teams, try new interventions, and grow into a more confident and well-rounded clinician. I am excited about the chance to learn from experts in the field, develop strong clinical instincts, and contribute to a team that values curiosity, inclusivity, and high-quality care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MSW Clinical Intern for Comprehensive Foster Care
Bridges Homeward
09.2025 - Current
- Manage a diverse caseload of children in foster care; complete home visits and coordinate ongoing communication with foster parents, biological families, schools, and providers to ensure safety and stability.
- Lead and contribute to IEP meetings, foster care reviews, permanency staffings, and multidisciplinary case conferences to advocate for child-centered care and service alignment.
- Conduct permanency and adoption readiness assessments and support transitions to reunification, kinship care, or adoptive placements while attending to identity, attachment, and long-term connection needs.
- Provide socioemotional and behavioral support through individual check-ins, crisis response, and evidence-based coping strategies; reinforce skills across environments by collaborating with caregivers, schools, and treatment providers.
- Navigate systemic barriers by coordinating referrals for mental health, education, and community resources; maintain comprehensive documentation and safety assessments while practicing trauma-informed, strengths-based, and culturally responsive care.
Graduate Assistant in Social Work Admissions
Office of Social Work Admissions, Boston College
05.2025 - Current
- Serve as the primary point of contact for prospective MSW applicants via email, phone, and in-person communication, offering clear guidance and supportive communication throughout an emotionally significant decision-making process.
- Facilitate information sessions and campus tours, using active listening and group leadership skills to answer questions, foster connection, and meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Meet individually with prospective and admitted students to understand goals and concerns, provide validation, and help navigate uncertainty while maintaining professionalism, appropriate boundaries, and cultural humility.
- Collaborate with admissions and faculty teams to improve outreach and recruitment systems; manage sensitive information and multiple communication channels with confidentiality, organization, and attention to detail.
Graduate Level Internship + Full Time Position (Behavior Technician)
ABI New England
05.2024 - 08.2025
- Delivered individualized and group behavioral interventions for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, supporting emotional regulation, communication, social skills, and adaptive coping across home, school, and community environments.
- Managed a caseload of eight clients and adapted sessions to each child’s developmental level, cultural background, and trauma history, demonstrating flexibility, attunement, and child-centered pacing in response to shifting needs and emotional states.
- Collected and analyzed behavioral data to guide progress monitoring and treatment adjustments in collaboration with BCBAs and multidisciplinary teams; partnered with caregivers to reinforce coping strategies, safety plans, and skill generalization at home.
- Facilitated weekly social-skills groups using structured behavioral methods and developmentally appropriate play-based interventions to build emotional literacy, frustration tolerance, and peer connection.
- Created culturally responsive communication supports—including PECS books in English and Spanish—and provided calm, regulated presence during moments of escalation or distress to maintain safety, rapport, and trust.
Child Life Specialist Volunteer
Boston Children's Hospital
12.2023 - 05.2024
- Supported children and families throughout hospitalization by offering developmentally appropriate play, distraction, and emotional comfort during medical procedures and recovery.
- Collaborated with parents to promote coping, normalization, and a sense of safety during inpatient stays.
- Worked on the Stem Cell Transplant Unit, ensuring infection-control standards were met through consistent sanitization of toys, activity materials, and playroom spaces.
- Helped create a welcoming and child-centered environment so patients and families felt cared for, engaged, and supported throughout their time in the hospital.
Research Assistant
Boston College School of Social Work
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Contributed to two mixed-methods research projects examining (1) the experiences of Black Autistic youth with depression and anxiety and (2) Black fatherhood, with emphasis on identity, resilience, and systemic barriers to mental health access.
- Conducted and transcribed qualitative interviews, applying cultural humility and sensitivity while engaging participants in discussions around mental health, identity, and lived experience.
- Assisted in survey development and refinement, ensuring accessibility and clarity for neurodivergent youth and diverse caregivers.
- Coded and organized qualitative data to identify emerging themes and support the development of research questions, treatment implications, and future publication materials.
- Participated in weekly lab meetings to discuss methodology, ethics, and analysis, collaborating with faculty and graduate researchers to shape study design and next steps.
Student Teacher/Substitute Teacher
Angier Elementary School, Easton Public Schools
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Worked closely with students through one-on-one and small-group support to promote emotional regulation, engagement, and success in the classroom environment.
- Built trusting, developmentally appropriate relationships with students while maintaining boundaries, patience, attunement, and a supportive presence during moments of frustration or dysregulation.
- Assisted the lead teacher with behavioral, academic, and social-emotional goals, adapting support strategies to each student’s learning profile and needs.
- Collaborated with school staff to ensure student needs were being met within the public-school system, gaining insight into how multidisciplinary teamwork and coordinated care improve outcomes for children.
Education
Masters - Clinical Social Work for Child, Youth and Families
Boston College School of Social Work
Chestnut Hill, MA05.2026
Bachelors - Applied Psychology and Human Development
Boston College
Chestnut Hill, MA05.2025
Skills
- Experience with evidence-based treatments (EBTs)
- Working closely with Children and Adolescents (ranging from 2-17) and Disability populations
- Working collaboratively with families and parents, caregiver coaching and psychoeducation
- Behavioral intervention and progress monitoring
- Problem solving skills
- Trauma-informed and strengths-based practice
- Adaptability
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Case management and permanency planning
- Empathy
- Leadership, public speaking, delegation experience
- Training in Virtual Gateway and ETO Software
Certification
- Trauma Certificate (May 2026)
- Child Welfare Certificate (May 2026)
- Mandated Reporter, 51a Training Certificate
- RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) Training
- Permanency Training (DCF-focused)
- Positive Youth Development Training
Interests
Timeline
MSW Clinical Intern for Comprehensive Foster Care
Bridges Homeward
09.2025 - Current
Graduate Assistant in Social Work Admissions
Office of Social Work Admissions, Boston College
05.2025 - Current
Graduate Level Internship + Full Time Position (Behavior Technician)
ABI New England
05.2024 - 08.2025
Child Life Specialist Volunteer
Boston Children's Hospital
12.2023 - 05.2024
Research Assistant
Boston College School of Social Work
09.2023 - 01.2024
Student Teacher/Substitute Teacher
Angier Elementary School, Easton Public Schools
09.2022 - 05.2023
Masters - Clinical Social Work for Child, Youth and Families
Boston College School of Social Work
Bachelors - Applied Psychology and Human Development
Boston College