Laura R.

About Laura

What makes me a capable, compassionate and trusted care giver is my background and experience in both psychology and Social Work. My advanced education, internships and former career as a clinical Social Worker are valuable assests. I bring a unique perspective to the role of caregiver. I have experience working with clients with a diagnosis of dementia. I decided to end my career path as a Clinical Social worker to care for my own aging parents with their own complicated health issues. As a therapist I worked with many elderly clients concerning the important need for both independence and assistance throughout the aging process. It was both and honor and a privilege to forge strong clinical, theraputic relationships with them. As far as my personality I am an outgoing, talkative listener. This means that I love to chat but love to listen just as much. I feel very comfortable in social situations and meeting new people. And I love to cook! My proudest achievement was attending graduate school and holding down a full-time job for much of the duration. I graduated with a 3.93. I was a tenacious and dedicated student. I am no longer a licensed Social Worker but I am looking for the opportunity to help others, especially elders. I believe that my education and professional experience make me a strong candidate for a role as a caregiver.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Experience & Education

Clinical Social Worker

Sep 1999 - Jan 2007

Riverside Community Care

I was a Clinical Social Worker at a busy community mental health center. My responsibities included assessment and treatment of clients' mental health needs through goal directed therapy and referral to appropriate psychiatric services for medication managenent and other support services when necessary. I was responsible for written psychosocial assessments, quarterly reports and correspondence with state and privately owned insurance companies for reimbursement of services provided. I worked with other mental health providers, emergency services, community and state agencies as well as crisis intervention to provide a continuity of care.

Sep 1999 - Jan 2007

Boston University

Jan 1996 - Jan 2000

Boston, MA

Jan 1996 - Jan 2000

Student loan staff accountant

Jan 1992 - Jan 1998

Boston University Education

Performed reconciliations for several institutional loan accounts. Corresponded with individual Deans offices and provided monthly letters of the available balance of loans. Maintained promissory notes and processed loan payments. Assisted in the reconciliation of the NDSL program with student accounts. Participated in yearly exit interviews with students graduating informing them of their rights and responsibilities as borrowers in the NDSL program. Responsible for year end reconciliation of loan accounts with the office of general accounting.

Jan 1992 - Jan 1998

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