Alisha Alfaro
Porterville,CA
Summary
Compassionate psychiatric technician assistant with a solid medical background in providing care and support for patients in mental health settings. Possess strong skills in behavioral management, therapeutic communication, and crisis intervention, contributing to safe and positive patient outcomes. Have effectively collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans, enhancing patient well-being and facilitating recovery processes. Demonstrated ability to maintain calm and professional demeanor under challenging conditions, ensuring high-quality patient care.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Technician Assistant
Porterville Developmental Center
Porterville, CA
08.2021 - Current
- Encouraged patients to develop interpersonal skills and engage in social interactions or other therapeutic activities.
- Monitored patients' well-being and reported changes or unusual behavior or physical illness to medical staff.
- Accompanied patients to medical and counseling appointments.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, and encouraged independence.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient needs, goals, and treatment plans.
- Led recreational and therapeutic activities to promote patient well-being.
- Ensured the safety and welfare of patients through constant supervision.
DSP II
People's Care
Visalia, CA
05.2018 - 07.2021
- Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse, and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
- Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
Job Coach / Floater Relief
Social Vocational Services
Visalia, CA
11.2019 - 03.2021
- Maintained a comprehensive database and file systems of supporting documents, test scores, and historical information.
- Developed individualized employment plans tailored to clients' skills, interests, and career goals.
- Guided clients in learning to complete job tasks to develop motivation and skills.
- Traveled to work locations to provide hands-on training, direct supervision, and support to participants.
- Coached clients on appropriate workplace behavior and expectations.
- Participated in training sessions related to job coaching best practices.
Certified Nursing Assistant
California Health Care Facility
Stockton, CA
08.2013 - 06.2016
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Responded quickly to emergencies involving sudden illness or injury.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse rate, and respiration rate.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sierra View Medical Center
Porterville, CA
05.2010 - 01.2013
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
- Reported changes in patient condition to a registered nurse or physician.
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Responded quickly to emergencies involving sudden illness or injury.
Education
Associate of Science - Behavioral Sciences
Porterville College
Porterville, CA08-2023
Porterville Adult Ed
Porterville, CASkills
- Patient observation
- Individual care plans
- Therapeutic activities
- Medication management
- Behavior monitoring
- Crisis intervention
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Psychiatric Technician Assistant
Porterville Developmental Center
08.2021 - Current
Job Coach / Floater Relief
Social Vocational Services
11.2019 - 03.2021
DSP II
People's Care
05.2018 - 07.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
California Health Care Facility
08.2013 - 06.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sierra View Medical Center
05.2010 - 01.2013
Associate of Science - Behavioral Sciences
Porterville College
Porterville Adult Ed
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