ALISHA GOOD
Stow,OH
Summary
Hardworking, empathetic, and passionate healthcare professional with a strong desire to help others and improve the quality of life of patients and families. Eager to learn and grow in a field that allows for self-development and improvement. A well-rounded individual who wholeheartedly cares for others, and always aims to provide the utmost support and care for those interacted with in daily, and professional life.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Centerwell Home Health
03.2023 - Current
- Assisted patients with completing basic daily living activities such as grooming, dressing and self-feeding.
- Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments and home exercises.
- Provided direct occupational therapy services in each individual patient's home setting.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing individualized treatment plans and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
- Enhanced patient recovery through the development and implementation of therapeutic interventions.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living (ADL) and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
- Advocated for all patients' health, safety and rights.
- Built rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication for optimal therapy outcomes.
- Collaborated with supervising Occupational Therapists to evaluate treatment effectiveness, making necessary adjustments for optimal results.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary case conferences, providing valuable input for comprehensive care planning.
Restorative Therapist & COTA/L
Foundations Health Solutions/Broad River Rehab
05.2022 - Current
- Carried out COTA/L duties in Skilled Nursing Facility setting.
- Tracked progress according to goals for interventions.
- Documented patient information, treatment plans and patient responses.
- Encouraged clients and family members to practice and use skills and strategies for confronting problems constructively.
- Assisted patients with completing basic daily living activities such as grooming, dressing and self-feeding.
- Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments and home exercises.
Resident Care Aide
Brookdale Senior Living
08.2017 - 03.2023
- Responsible for assisting residents with their self-care tasks and Activities of Daily Living including; dressing, toileting, bathing, grooming, eating
- Responsible for passing meals to each resident, doing all residents' laundry, and tidying rooms.
- Maintain focus on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Enhanced resident well-being by providing compassionate care and support in daily activities.
- Supported the emotional well-being of residents by establishing strong relationships built on trust and empathy.
- Managed challenging behaviors among residents using de-escalation techniques and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Addressed family concerns regarding their loved ones'' welfare through open communication channels while maintaining confidentiality protocols as needed.
- Provided end-of-life care for residents, ensuring their comfort and dignity during their final days while offering emotional support to family members throughout the process.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
Education
Associates Degree of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
EHOVE Career Center/Lorain County Community College
Milan, Elyria, Ohio08.2021
Bachelor's degree - Gerontology
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH05.2019
Skills
- Observing and Monitoring Behavior
- Conflict Resolution
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Relationship Building
Certification
NBCOT Certified, OTA License Number: OTA008204
CPR Certified
Coaching Experience
In my free time, I am very dedicated to coaching boys and girls volleyball. I coach club teams, assist at a High School program, and run youth camps in order to better myself, not only as an overall person, but also as a coach. I have a strong relationship building ability, and build lasting relationships with my players and their families. One of my favorite things is witnessing kids get better at the game of volleyball, and being a role model for them throughout their volleyball careers.
Timeline
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Centerwell Home Health
03.2023 - Current
Restorative Therapist & COTA/L
Foundations Health Solutions/Broad River Rehab
05.2022 - Current
Resident Care Aide
Brookdale Senior Living
08.2017 - 03.2023
Associates Degree of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
EHOVE Career Center/Lorain County Community College
Bachelor's degree - Gerontology
Bowling Green State University