Laura Costa
Brewster,NY
Summary
I have worked in this field for 15 years, starting as a DSP and worked my way up.
Before that I was a licensed cosmetologist and a business owner of a restaurant.
I was a stay at home mom for ten years.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Residential Manager
Constructive Partnerships Unlimited
06.2019 - Current
- Devised and implemented individuals care plans, programs, policies and procedures.
- Create employee schedules, oversee that all trainings and documentation is completed.
- Administer medications for individuals.
- Reported and documented maintenance requests and scheduled appropriate services.
- Helped facilitate recreational activities
- Conducted inspections of property grounds, buildings and equipment to identify maintenance concerns and direct timely repairs.
- Analyzed and evaluated monthly and quarterly financial statements.
- Maintained constant balance and accounting of individuals debit and petty cash account.
- Assisted individuals with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
- Documented vitals, behaviors and medications in client medical records.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to RN
Residential Manager
Hudson Valley Cerebral Palsy Association
09.2018 - 06.2019
- Devised and implemented individuals care plans, programs, policies and procedures.
- Create employee schedules, oversee that all trainings and documentation is completed.
- Administer medications for individuals.
- Reported and documented maintenance requests and scheduled appropriate services.
- Helped facilitate recreational activities
- Conducted inspections of property grounds, buildings and equipment to identify maintenance concerns and direct timely repairs.
- Analyzed and evaluated monthly and quarterly financial statements.
- Maintained constant balance and accounting of individuals debit and petty cash account.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
- Documented vitals, behaviors and medications in client medical records.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to RN
Direct Care Worker
Hudson Valley Cerebral Palsy Association
11.2007 - 09.2018
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
- Documented vitals, behaviors and medications in client medical records.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to RN
Education
Mt. Vernon High School
Mt. Vernon, NY 05.1986
Skills
- Administrative Leadership
- Safety Standards
- Emergency Situations
- Mental Health Support
- Mobility Assistance
- Critical Thinking
- Medication Administration
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Recreational Activities
- Emotional Support
- Creative and Adaptable
Timeline
Residential Manager
Constructive Partnerships Unlimited
06.2019 - Current
Residential Manager
Hudson Valley Cerebral Palsy Association
09.2018 - 06.2019
Direct Care Worker
Hudson Valley Cerebral Palsy Association
11.2007 - 09.2018
Mt. Vernon High School
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