KHALEIMAH ROBINSON
Bloomfield,CT
Summary
BSW-prepared social work professional with over a decade of experience supporting children, youth, and families in educational, behavioral health, and community settings. Skilled in developing individualized support plans, implementing behavioral interventions, and facilitating IEP processes to meet diverse academic and developmental needs. Experienced in crisis intervention, family engagement, and strengthening parent-school partnerships to promote student success. Proficient in fostering inclusive, supportive environments that enhance social-emotional growth, improve behavioral outcomes, and connect families with essential community resources.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraeducator
Academy of Aerospace and Engineering
Rocky Hill, CT
08.2021 - 09.2025
- Provided individualized academic, behavioral, and emotional support to students, including students with special education needs.
- Collaborated with teachers and staff to implement IEPs, fostering inclusive classroom environments that support diverse learning needs.
- Facilitated respectful behavior and classroom cooperation, which enhanced positive student participation and engagement.
- Prepared instructional materials and supported daily classroom activities.
- Monitored students during field trips and transitions while ensuring safety and active engagement in activities.
- Maintained confidentiality of student information in accordance with workplace requirements.
Mental Health Counselor
Manchester Hospital Clinical Day School
Manchester, CT
07.2019 - 07.2021
- Facilitated development of social communication, responsible decision-making, and positive behavior in students.
- Used evidence-based strategies to encourage engagement and behavioral progress.
- Assisted with transitions and therapeutic interventions in a clinical academic setting.
- Delivered one-on-one and small-group instruction, enhancing emotional and behavioral skills in students.
- Monitored students during lunch and bus transitions, ensuring safety and adherence to school policies.
Direct Care Counselor
Wheeler Clinic Congregate Care
Plainville, CT
07.2017 - 02.2019
- Ensured youth safety through implementation of trauma-informed and relational-based therapeutic practices.
- Facilitated youth development in activities of daily living and life skills.
- Administered medication according to agency policy and maintained accurate documentation.
- Led staff training on shift responsibilities and emergency safety protocols.
- Coordinated transportation for youth to medical, educational, and recreational appointments.
Positive Youth Development Worker I
S.A.N.D. Elementary School
Hartford, CT
03.2017 - 04.2018
- Mentored and tutored students needing additional support, fostering their academic growth and confidence.
- Developed and implemented academic support and enrichment programming to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Built positive relationships with families, reinforcing community support and serving as a trusted role model.
Psychiatric Technician
Institute of Living
Hartford, CT
10.2008 - 01.2015
- Observed and monitored patients' behavior and physical condition and reported changes to clinical staff.
- Provided basic patient care, including personal hygiene and activities of daily living, according to individualized nursing care plans.
- Established therapeutic relationships to foster trust, emotional support, and engagement.
- Maintained a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment supporting stabilization and treatment goals.
- Collaborated with Nurse Manager and multidisciplinary team to ensure quality care and effective treatment planning.
- Contributed to crisis intervention and completed annual safety and equipment training to enhance patient safety.
- Facilitated recreational and therapeutic group activities to promote patient engagement and recovery.
- Supported care in geriatric, child, and adolescent units.
Education
Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) -
Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT12-2025
Associate of Arts - Human Services
Capital Community College
Hartford, CT05-2022
High School Diploma -
St. Andrew High School for Girls
St. Andrew, Jamaica06-1994
Skills
- IEP implementation
- Individualized support
- Behavioral strategies
- Therapeutic interventions
- Crisis intervention
- Trauma-informed care
- Social support services
- Family support
- Patient monitoring
- Safety monitoring
- Documentation
VOLUNTEER & INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE
- Klingberg Family Center, 2025-03, 2025-05, Quality Parenting Center
- Queen Ann Nzinga Center, 2025-09, 2025-11
- Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery, 2024-09, 2024-11
- New Beginnings Early Learning Center, 2024-01, 2024-01
Timeline
Paraeducator
Academy of Aerospace and Engineering
08.2021 - 09.2025
Mental Health Counselor
Manchester Hospital Clinical Day School
07.2019 - 07.2021
Direct Care Counselor
Wheeler Clinic Congregate Care
07.2017 - 02.2019
Positive Youth Development Worker I
S.A.N.D. Elementary School
03.2017 - 04.2018
Psychiatric Technician
Institute of Living
10.2008 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) -
Central Connecticut State University
Associate of Arts - Human Services
Capital Community College
High School Diploma -
St. Andrew High School for Girls