Aaliyah Weathers
Utica,NY
Summary
Skilled in grooming and emotional support, I enhanced patient wellbeing at ElderChoice by fostering strong relationships and implementing individualized care plans. Trained in crisis intervention, my work significantly contributed to team skill enhancement and patient recovery, demonstrating a commitment to excellence in personal and mental health care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Care Assistant
ElderChoice
05.2015 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Developmental Aide
DDSO
08.2020 - 11.2024
- Guided developmentally disabled adults through customized day programs.
- Enhanced patient development by implementing individualized care plans and monitoring progress.
- Fostered a supportive atmosphere within the facility by contributing to team-building initiatives among staff members.
- Improved communication skills among patients through targeted exercises and activities.
Mental Health Therapy Aide
Central New York Psychiatric Center
12.2017 - 01.2020
- Promoted self-help skills among patients by teaching them daily living activities such as personal hygiene tasks or meal preparation.
- Implemented crisis intervention techniques when necessary, deescalating situations effectively for patient safety.
- Trained new Mental Health Therapy Aides on best practices, contributing to a skilled workforce within the facility.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies, optimizing patient recovery and wellbeing.
Education
LPN
Madison Oneida Boces
Utica, NY11.2024
High School Diploma - General Studies
Thomas R Proctor
Utica, NY06.2013
Skills
- Grooming assistance
- Emotional support
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Housekeeping tasks
Certification
LPN CERTIFICATION
Timeline
Developmental Aide
DDSO
08.2020 - 11.2024
Mental Health Therapy Aide
Central New York Psychiatric Center
12.2017 - 01.2020
Personal Care Assistant
ElderChoice
05.2015 - Current
LPN
Madison Oneida Boces
High School Diploma - General Studies
Thomas R Proctor