Soraya Fish
Murphy,NC
Summary
Innovative and experienced Integrative Nutrition Health Coach with 5 plus years of expertise in conducting nutrition coaching sessions, evaluating lifestyle factors and helping accomplish goals and building better lifestyle habits to foster new results.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Rehabilitation Technician
ProMotion Rehab Inc.
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted therapists in conducting evaluations to assess patient needs and establish measurable goals for rehabilitation programs.
- Transported patients to and from therapy area for assessment and treatment.
- Developed strong rapport with patients through effective communication skills, promoting trust in the therapeutic relationship throughout their recovery journey.
- Provided support during group therapy sessions, ensuring a safe environment for patients while fostering positive interactions.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress, enabling consistent tracking and appropriate adjustments to treatment plans.
- Communicated back to therapists regarding patient performance and condition.
- Administered ultrasound, diathermy or other therapeutic modalities.
- Prepared for sessions by setting up patient treatment areas and equipment.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to physical therapist.
Educator Volunteer
Murphy Adventist Christian School
09.2018 - 05.2019
- Prepared health education presentations based on My Plate curriculum for elementary and middle school ages.
- Taught 15 minutes of class utilizing posters that included pictures and colored diagrams for visualization learning.
- Increased participation by creating both an interactive and a dynamic class with questions and critical thinking.
- Enhance students knowledge with learning further from scientific research of the topic talked about on that day
- Taught 1st and 2nd graders basic music reading and singing performance
- Adapted instruction to meet individual student needs to differentiate instruction to meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Organized successful recitals, showcasing students' talents and hard work.
Public Health Nutritionist
Spectrum Health Lakeland
05.2017 - 08.2018
- Design and develop evidence-based health education curriculums for prevention of chronic diseases and health promotion. Including research on multicultural and diverse population’s biography.
- Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate a health and wellness education initiative program to inform, educate, and motivate people about health and nutrition.
- Function on multi-disciplinary teams · Build social cohesion and capacity in the community utilizing Nutrition Education, Walking Programs, and Mental Health programs.
- Monthly intra-departmental program reports of progress updates, program management, monitoring and delivery of results.
- Prepare/assess monitoring and evaluation reports to identify gaps, strengths/weaknesses in program and management, identify lessons learned and use knowledge gained for development planning and timely intervention to achieve goals.
- Build and sustain effective close working partnerships with county agencies/academia through active networking, advocacy and effective communication to build capacity and exchange knowledge/expertise to facilitate the achievement of program goals to improve low-income and disadvantage families’ health.
Assistant Manager
Center For Disability Services
10.2012 - 06.2013
- Responsible for the daily operational needs of the residence
- Manage direct care staff and the consumers of the residence as directed by the Program Manager
- Perform direct care to the consumers of the programs while assisting the Program Manager in the supervision of the Direct Care Staff assigned to the program ensuring that performance, appraisals, adequate staffing ratios and services are delivered to the consumers with quality and excellence.
- Offered hands-on assistance to consumers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Increased employee performance and job satisfaction to strengthen retention and engagement.
Residence Counselor II
Center For Disability Services
09.2009 - 10.2012
- Responsible for assisting, providing, and promoting independence in residential consumer’s daily treatment, dietary meals, care and services.
- Serve as member of the consumers planning and implementation and interdisciplinary teams.
- Responsible for assisting in the implementation of individualized residential habilitation services, as outlined in the consumers Individualized Plan of Services.
Teacher Assistant
Center For Disability Services
05.2000 - 08.2008
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to address diverse learning needs and ensure individual student success.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear classroom expectations and maintaining consistent routines.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
Sales Associate
JCPenney
10.2006 - 02.2008
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Organized in-store promotions and events to increase foot traffic and drive additional sales opportunities.
- Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
- Managed conflict resolution with dissatisfied customers professionally, resulting in improved customer retention rates.
Peer Tutor
Schenectady County Community College
09.2004 - 05.2006
- Created tailored lesson plans and study guides to teach and assist students in area of study.
- Helped fellow students prepare for quizzes and examinations.
- Implemented creative teaching techniques to address various learning styles, resulting in increased engagement and understanding among tutees.
- Developed valuable problem-solving strategies with peers to provide assistance in understanding difficult concepts.
- Strengthened academic confidence of peers by providing supportive learning environment.
Education
Master of Science - Public Health in Nutrition And Wellness
Andrews University
Berrien Springs, MI05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition
Kaplan University
Chicago, IL07.2013
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Sunny Albany University
Albany, NY05.2008
Associate of Science - Science
Schenectady County Community College
Schenectady, NY05.2004
Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Curriculum Development
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Instructional Materials Preparation
- Lesson Plan Development
- Ultrasound Therapy
- Electrotherapy application
- Patient Monitoring
- Problem-Solving
- Active Listening
- Activity Planning
- Microsoft Office
- Instructional planning
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to Detail
- Native Spanish fluency
Certification
- Teacher Science Education 9-12 (in progress)
- Nedley Depression And Anxiety Recovery Program Certified (NDARP)
- Integrative Nutrition Health Coach Certified (INHC)
Accomplishments
- Renovated, implemented and evaluated a health and wellness education initiative program called "Community Kitchen Club" from initial concept to a successful needed program in Berrien County Community agencies, Michigan.
- Designed an evidenced-based health education lesson plan for an elementary summer school program.
- Initiated partnership, built networks with other agencies with same vision to provide particular needs within the community groups with the intervention of "champions" of other fields to provide support, mentorship and assistance with the health needs assessment of individuals.
Timeline
Rehabilitation Technician
ProMotion Rehab Inc.
05.2024 - 08.2024
Educator Volunteer
Murphy Adventist Christian School
09.2018 - 05.2019
Public Health Nutritionist
Spectrum Health Lakeland
05.2017 - 08.2018
Assistant Manager
Center For Disability Services
10.2012 - 06.2013
Residence Counselor II
Center For Disability Services
09.2009 - 10.2012
Sales Associate
JCPenney
10.2006 - 02.2008
Peer Tutor
Schenectady County Community College
09.2004 - 05.2006
Teacher Assistant
Center For Disability Services
05.2000 - 08.2008
Master of Science - Public Health in Nutrition And Wellness
Andrews University
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition
Kaplan University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Sunny Albany University
Associate of Science - Science
Schenectady County Community College
- Teacher Science Education 9-12 (in progress)
- Nedley Depression And Anxiety Recovery Program Certified (NDARP)
- Integrative Nutrition Health Coach Certified (INHC)
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