Kayla J, BSW

Therapeutic Assistant

Blue Bird Day Employee Since 2021

Education

Bachelor’s of Social Work,
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

Credentials and Certification

Prevention Education Advocacy Certified through Sexual Assault and Bystander Intervention Training

Clinical Expertise

I have experience with working with children and families.

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My Story

I decided to become a therapist assistant because I like working with children and I believe that every child should have the resources necessary to grow and develop.

My Blue Bird Day

I am a newly hired employee of Blue Bird Day and I am beyond excited to take on this new endeavor.

My Advocacy

I believe in supporting the welfare and social justice of those who are a part of marginalized groups. I support the Black Lives Matter Movement.

My Blue Bird Day Goals

I am looking to go back to school to obtain my master’s in social work. Working here at Blue Bird, I hope to gain new knowledge that will help me to become a pediatric social worker.

Testimonials

Thank you Kayla for always being present to help [CLIENT] with morning routine. Your consistency helps to keep him calm and sets him up to have a great day!

My Peers

Thank you for all the help in the classroom and with your bird group!