Latarsha Jefferson
Optim Orthopedics
Darien,GA
19
years of professional experience
Client-focused Health Coach skilled in guiding individuals toward sustainable health and wellness goals through personalized strategies and accountability. Expertise in building trusting relationships, identifying barriers to healthy habits, and developing tailored wellness plans. Strong communicator with a supportive approach, committed to empowering clients to achieve lasting lifestyle changes.
Work History
Mental Health Worker
1 Year 3 Months- Developed and implemented individualized care plans for clients, enhancing therapeutic outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive treatment and support for patients.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, promoting peer interaction and emotional support among participants.
- Conducted regular assessments of client progress, adjusting interventions based on observations and feedback.
- Health assessments
- Care management
- Social work and aging network
- Monitored patient behavior, documenting significant changes to inform treatment adjustments and safety measures.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques, resulting in increased safety for both patients and staff.
- Documented client progress in confidential files.
- Built partnerships with community agencies and service providers to remove access gaps.
- Provided clients with recommendations to community resources.
- Educated clients and families about mental health issues, treatments and resources.
- Assisted in patient behavioral assessments, contributing to tailored therapy strategies.
- Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
- Attended trainings to participate in regular supervision and continued education to maintain professional competence and ethical standards.
- Documented clients' progress to keep detailed notes on each client's treatment progress and changes in mental health status.
Durable Medical Equipment Specialist
2 Years- Educated patients on proper use of durable medical equipment to enhance recovery and mobility.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure timely delivery and setup of medical devices.
- Assisted in training new staff on equipment operation and safety protocols to improve service quality.
- Conducted inventory management for medical supplies, ensuring optimal stock levels and compliance with regulations.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing any concerns or questions promptly while maintaining a professional demeanor at all times.
- Overseeing the repair of faulty equipment, ensuring swift resolution of issues to maintain patient satisfaction.
Health Wellness Lifestyle Coach Triage
3 Years 2 Months- Developed personalized wellness plans, resulting in improved client health and lifestyle choices.
- Conducted individual assessments to identify client needs and establish achievable health goals, enhancing client engagement.
- Facilitated group workshops focused on nutrition, fitness, and mental well-being strategies.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive support for clients' health journeys.
- Provided ongoing education about healthy habits during one-on-one coaching sessions, fostering lasting lifestyle changes.
- Promoted mental well-being for clients with mindfulness techniques and meditation practices.
- Oversaw care coordination for Medicare patients to ensure effective service delivery.
- Participated in public health programs to improve community health outcomes.
- Health Mentor Coach Certificate
Clinical Mentor Health and Wellness Coach
14 Years 2 Months- Developed training programs to enhance clinical skills and knowledge among team members.
- Facilitated workshops on evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes across departments.
- Evaluated clinical performance to ensure adherence to quality standards and regulatory compliance.
- Mentored clinical staff in best practices for patient care and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to streamline patient care processes and enhance communication.
- Led initiatives to integrate new technologies into clinical workflows, increasing operational efficiency.
- Provided guidance on complex cases, fostering professional growth and confidence among junior clinicians.
- Improved clinical competency of staff members through regular training sessions and hands-on mentoring.
- Evaluated nursing staff performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and tailored interventions for skill enhancement.
- Instructed students on how to perform head-to-toe assessments on patients and how to intervene in medical emergencies.
- Instructed and coached students to help overcome academic issues and personal challenges.
- Instructed patients on Diabetic health awareness.
- Developed care plans and agendas for clients based on individual health concerns and advised on specific diet and exercise plans.
- Administered and Managed Immunization Vaccines
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
High School Diploma
Skills
Mental health counseling
Crisis Intervention
Care management
Crisis intervention
Managed care experience
Managed care experience
Client Education
Timeline
Mental Health Worker
Saint Simons By-The-Sea Behavioral Health
05.2025 - CurrentRead More
Durable Medical Equipment Specialist
Optim Orthopedics
08.2024 - CurrentRead More
Health Wellness Lifestyle Coach Triage
Memorial University Medical Center HCA PCG
06.2021 - 08.2024Read More
Clinical Mentor Health and Wellness Coach
South Coast Health Medical Group
04.2007 - 06.2021Read More
Ogeechee Technical College
Associate of Applied Science from Medical Assisting
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Effingham County High School
High School Diploma
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