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Kayla Kitchenmaster

South Ryegate,Minnesota

Summary

Proven leader with extensive experience in managing and coordinating operations at Community Living Option, enhancing team performance and resident satisfaction. Excelled in staff training, policy development, and medication management, demonstrating exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills. Achieved significant improvements in operational efficiency and team cohesion, leveraging expertise in 245D regulations and crisis intervention.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Behavioral Modification Assistant

State Of Minnesota
02.2023 - Current

Implements individual programs designed to develop/improve the physical and behavioral functional capabilities of residents either by independent action or through directing and monitoring with other staff.

Residential House Manager

Community Living Options
10.2006 - 02.2023
  • Supervise, monitor and engage staff so that employees effectively perform assigned job duties and achieve the objectives of the program/unit/section/division.
  • Provide direct care services to residential individuals to ensure that the residential program is in compliance with state and federal regulations.
  • Work in collaboration with the Designated Manager to ensure development, implementation, monitoring and modification of individualized programs are appropriate to effectively integrate individuals into the community.
  • Develop and maintain positive relationships with the local community
  • Used company software and databases to maintain records of services performed and patient conditions.
  • Maintained accurate and up-to-date documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Updated policies and procedures, leading continuous improvement of resident assessments and care.
  • Contributed to the development of organizational policies and procedures related to care coordination, ensuring alignment with industry standards and best practices.
  • Assisted in managing medication regimens for complex cases, reducing potential errors or adverse effects on patients'' health.
  • Coordinated discharge planning, ensuring a smooth transition from hospital to home or other facilities.

Internship, Chisago County, Eligibility Worker

Chisago County, DHS
10.2013 - 04.2014
  • Conducted comprehensive case reviews to identify potential fraud or misuse of resources, safeguarding public funds.
  • Managed a high volume caseload effectively by prioritizing tasks according to deadlines while maintaining a focus on quality service delivery.
  • Contributed to continuous improvement efforts by participating in team meetings and offering insights based on personal experiences working with clients.
  • Demonstrated empathy toward clients experiencing financial hardship while adhering strictly to eligibility guidelines and professional boundaries.
  • Provided excellent customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Served as a liaison between clients and other departments when necessary to resolve issues or provide clarification on eligibility criteria.
  • Ensured policy compliance by conducting regular audits of case files, identifying areas for improvement, and taking corrective action as needed.
  • Trained on programming with in DHS Policy, Maxis and MMIS.

Education

Associate of Science - Human Service Eligibility Worker

Pine Technical And Community College
Pine City, MN
05.2014

High School Diploma -

Denfeld High School
Duluth, MN
06.2005

Certified Nursing Assistant - Certified Nursing Assistant

Duluth Technical College
Duluth MN
07.1991

Skills

  • Scheduling and calendar management, Schedule Coordination for residents and staff
  • Accounts reconciliation for residents and staff
  • Document management, team leadership,
  • Teaching staff new programs and trainings
  • Staff Management
  • MARS, MAR reviews, transcribing medications
  • Payroll and Payroll budget
  • Interviews, hiring, staff training, disciplinary action, yearly staff training, employee inservice time and continued training as necessary
  • Keeping up to date with fire drills, temperature checks, furnace inspections as required per licensing

Writing Program goals, Annual and quarterly reviews, attending meetings IAPP's, CSSP's, SMA's as well as all documents required by DHS for 245d

Submit all background studies required by DHS

I have a great working relationship with the residents and staff I work with, as well as Case Managers, Guardians, parents, families, as well as medical teams

I have attended trainings for the following:

*Understanding the Consolidated Rule (Star Services)

*Psychotropic Medications Monitoring Regulations

*DISCUS: Tardive Dyskenesia Monitoring

*Behavior Specific Training (Crisis Intervention) State Of MN

*Core Four and ICIMS ( State of MN)

*245D trainings

*Seminars attended for:

*Fetal Alcohol Syndrome *Ashbergers Syndrome*Autism Spectrum disorders, ADHD, OCD, Mild to Severe Mental Retardation, How to assist individuals with learning disabilities

CPR and First Aid Certified for 18 years

Medication Administration Certified 18 years

Several Years of Volunteering for events such as MN Special Olympics in minnesota

Timeline

Behavioral Modification Assistant

State Of Minnesota
02.2023 - Current

Internship, Chisago County, Eligibility Worker

Chisago County, DHS
10.2013 - 04.2014

Residential House Manager

Community Living Options
10.2006 - 02.2023

Associate of Science - Human Service Eligibility Worker

Pine Technical And Community College

High School Diploma -

Denfeld High School

Certified Nursing Assistant - Certified Nursing Assistant

Duluth Technical College
Kayla Kitchenmaster