LAUREN BAILEY
East Douglas
Summary
Compassionate and child-centered social work professional currently pursuing a Master of Social Work, with hands-on experience in child welfare, foster care, school-based services, and trauma-informed practice. Demonstrated commitment to social work values, ethics, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Seeking a Social Work Fellowship and occupation to further develop clinical skills with children and families in medical settings.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MSW Clinical Intern – Intensive Foster Care Unit
LUK, Inc.
MA
09.2025 - Current
- Completing advanced MSW internship providing case management services to children and adolescents in intensive foster care settings.
- Coordinating care among foster parents, biological families, DCF, schools, and community providers.
- Monitoring safety, permanency, and well-being through regular home visits, assessments, and documentation.
- Advocating for children’s educational, medical, and mental health needs using a trauma-informed and strengths-based approach.
- Participating in multidisciplinary team meetings to support treatment planning and placement stability.
Education Support Professional
Annie Sullivan Middle School
Franklin, MA
04.2024 - 01.2025
- Supported students with academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs in a school setting.
- Collaborated with teachers, school social workers, and families to promote student success.
- Assisted migrant families in accessing community resources and educational supports.
- Maintained a safe and structured learning environment through behavioral monitoring and support.
Ongoing Social Worker / Social Worker Technician
Massachusetts Department of Children & Families
MA
09.2021 - 04.2024
- Conducted biopsychosocial assessments to evaluate child and family needs, strengths, and risks.
- Provided crisis intervention and emotional support to children and families experiencing acute distress.
- Supported licensed social workers through case documentation, supervised visits, transportation, and collateral contacts.
- Educated caregivers and clients on trauma, attachment, and child development.
- Coordinated referrals for mental health treatment, developmental services, and community-based supports.
- Collaborated with schools, healthcare providers, and legal systems to advocate for child safety and permanency.
Education
Master of Social Work -
Springfield College
Springfield, MA05.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology, Criminology
Framingham State University
Framingham, MA05.2021
Skills
- Family-centered practice
- Trauma-informed care
- Crisis intervention & de-escalation
- Case management & care coordination
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Advocacy & ethical decision-making
- Documentation & report writing
Certification
First Aid & CPR Certified: 2025 - 2027
Timeline
MSW Clinical Intern – Intensive Foster Care Unit
LUK, Inc.
09.2025 - Current
Education Support Professional
Annie Sullivan Middle School
04.2024 - 01.2025
Ongoing Social Worker / Social Worker Technician
Massachusetts Department of Children & Families
09.2021 - 04.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology, Criminology
Framingham State University
Master of Social Work -
Springfield College
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
- Peer Mentor for Individuals with Disabilities - You’re With Us | December 2020 – June 2021
- Server – Burton’s Bar & Grill | July 2019 – September 2021
- Banquet Captain – Sturbridge Host Hotel | June 2016 – October 2019
- Supervisor – BJ’s Wholesale Club | June 2017 – September 2018