Mickaela Bailey
Alachua,FL
Summary
Attentive and creative individual, passionate about helping young children and adults develop emotional, social and educational skills to promote well-being. Familiar with developmentally appropriate activities and experienced in providing nurturing environments conducive to learning. Inspired to promote physical health, emotional and social health as complement to academic progress. Has a passionate heart of helping individuals and families in need, and willing to do whatever it takes to get the job done. Am currently in school gaining my Masters degree in social work to eventually be able to help individuals on a higher level.
Diligent with solid foundation in behavioral intervention and support. Developed and implemented successful strategies to improve client behavior and enhance learning outcomes. Demonstrated ability in crisis management and positive reinforcement techniques.
Experienced with developing and implementing behavior intervention plans for diverse populations. Utilizes evidence-based practices and positive reinforcement to foster behavioral improvements. Track record of effective communication and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to achieve client goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Intervention Specialist
Episcopal Children's Services
Ocala, FL
10.2025 - Current
- Based on the provided work history and the responsibilities typical for a Behavioral Intervention Specialist at Episcopal Children's Services, here are six original resume statements that fill in high-value responsibility gaps:
- **Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans tailored to each child's unique needs and goals.**
- **Trained families on behavioral strategies to reinforce positive changes in children's everyday environments.**
- **Monitored client progress through regular assessments and adjusted interventions as necessary for effectiveness.**
- **Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including educators and therapists, to ensure holistic care approaches.**
- **Documented behavioral data meticulously to track improvements and support ongoing program development efforts.**
- **Facilitated training workshops for staff on best practices in behavioral management techniques and interventions.**
- Reduced behavioral incidents by collaborating with educators to develop targeted support plans for students.
- Enhanced classroom environments through the development of positive reinforcement systems, promoting self-regulation and accountability among students.
- Developed strong relationships with students and families by demonstrating empathy, understanding, and commitment to their success.
- Provided crisis intervention support during times of escalated behaviors, ensuring the safety of all involved parties while working towards resolution.
- Supported teachers in managing challenging behaviors by demonstrating effective behavior management techniques during classroom observations.
Registered Behavioral Technician
ACG Therapy
Gainesville, FL
12.2023 - 09.2025
- Certified in working with children and adults with behavioral deficiencies.
- Works closely with behavioral analysts to implement a behavior program for client.
- Works one on one with client and family to properly execute behavior program.
Child Welfare Case Manager
09.2019 - 11.2023
- Implemented case plan with parents who had children removed from them.
- Gave updates at court hearings on the progress of clients working on case plans and gave updates on the children.
- Conducted monthly home visits on children and their caretakers.
- Filed for any services needed for children or parents.
- Worked with at risk youth.
- Worked in providing transportations for individuals involved in case.
- Wrote reports on all updated on each case.
Integration Helper
German Red Cross
11.2018 - 07.2019
- Interviewed clients individually and in family groups to determine what services would best address specific needs
- Provided counseling and emotional support for the autistic child I was helping
- Guided an autistic child in the school system
- Made sure proper needs were given to the autistic child in the school system
- Supervised social work students in clinical activities
- Worked with at-risk youth in residential facilities
Day Care Teacher
Germany
02.2018 - 07.2019
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies such as games and crafts for experiential learning
- Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies
- Taught children foundational skills such as colors, shapes and letters
- Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing all learning styles
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development
- Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children
- Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes
- Collaborated with parents to develop and maintain strong support networks and build rapport to foster seamless communication
- Mediated talks between parents and teachers regarding disciplinary concerns
- Incorporated music and art activities to encourage creativity and expression
- Recognized early signs of emotional or developmental problems in children
- Carefully monitored children's play activities to identify additional learning opportunities or behavioral issues
Supervisor
Gainesville Health & Fitness
11.2014 - 08.2018
- Expanded systems with new features and structural components
- Prepared and presented technical proposals for clients
- Offered decision-makers ROI and cost-benefit projections to guide project development and implementation
- Observed staff to study daily tasks regarding information processing and performance to better understand business system needs
- Developed streamlined task system to provide more effective workflows for both peers and management staff
- Maintained quality-focused performance benchmarks and schedules when directing project teams
- Nov. 2018-July 2019
Education
Masters - Social Work
Capella University
06-2026
Bachelors of Science - Family, Youth Community Sciences
University of Florida
08-2018
Skills
- Exceptional organizational skills
- Approachable
- Special-needs childcare
- Active listener
- Excellent communication skills
- Reliable
- Interpersonal communication
- Basic clerical knowledge
- Positive and cheerful
- Strategic planning and review
- Team player
- Basic Computer skills
- People Person
- Much experience with special needs
- Functional behavior assessment
- Applied behavior analysis
- Emotional regulation techniques
- Collaborative Problem-solving
Languages
German
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Behavioral Intervention Specialist
Episcopal Children's Services
10.2025 - Current
Registered Behavioral Technician
ACG Therapy
12.2023 - 09.2025
Child Welfare Case Manager
09.2019 - 11.2023
Integration Helper
German Red Cross
11.2018 - 07.2019
Day Care Teacher
Germany
02.2018 - 07.2019
Supervisor
Gainesville Health & Fitness
11.2014 - 08.2018
Bachelors of Science - Family, Youth Community Sciences
University of Florida
Masters - Social Work
Capella University