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COURTNEY GODDEN

Port Hedland,WA

Summary

Entrepreneurial Owner with experience and solid history of business success. Built operations from ground up with strategic and scalable approaches. Well-oriented to quickly identify and capitalize on emerging opportunities.

Knowledgeable professional with several years of experience bringing planning and problem-solving abilities. Focused on maximizing resource utilization to support scalable operations and increase bottom-line profitability. Organized and systematic with natural relationship-building and leadership talents.

Health professional with extensive experience working with a diverse clientele including individuals with cardiovascular, metabolic, neurological, musculoskeletal, cancer, kidney, respiratory, and mental health conditions. I prioritize empowering clients through comprehensive education to instill lasting lifestyle changes. I emphasize continuous professional development to uphold clinical best practices, particularly within client-centric frameworks like the NDIS, where I advocate for regular assessments and feedback. I adopt a holistic approach to health, integrating physical, psycho-social, and social dimensions. I am eager to embrace challenges that push me beyond my comfort zone, I leverage my experiences and ongoing education to evolve professionally and achieve excellence.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Clinical Exercise Physiologist

Revive Therapy Services Australia
6722, WA
02.2023 - Current
  • Developed policies and procedures for the organization and researched potential partners to expand services offered, while reviewing legal documents related to business operations.
  • Researched best practices for designing safe yet effective exercise programs for people with disabilities, chronic health conditions and psychosocial disabilities.
  • Performed administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, collecting payments and completing paperwork related to insurance claims.
  • Educated clients on proper form and technique when performing exercises.
  • Maintained accurate records of client interactions and progress notes.

HAYSCI Officer and Youth Engagement Coordinator

WA Cricket
South Hedland, WA
06.2022 - Current
  • Partnered with local organizations to enhance access to various sports activities for Hedland's youth.
  • Maintained calendars of upcoming events, meetings and deadlines.
  • Facilitated interdepartmental communication for the smooth operation of carnivals, program delivery, cultural alignment, and timely issue resolution.
  • Provided out on country sport delivery (Cricket, AFL and Basketball) to Aboriginal remote communities outside of Port Hedland.
  • Adapted leadership methods according to the changing needs of the school district and local community needs.
  • Coordinate the effective delivery of leadership, holiday and in term programs associated with HAYSCI.
  • Support HAYSCI program development, communications, and marketing to promote the program to key stakeholders.
  • Facilitated the implementation of sport-specific introductory coaching courses, offering training and guidance across three different sports (Cricket, Football and Basketball)
  • Served as a liaison between Project Manager - HAYSCI and the support staff of each State Sporting Association, facilitating the smooth implementation of numerous programs.
  • Collaborated with internal teams from Hedland Youth Stakeholder Action Group (HYSAG) and HAYSCI partners, successfully securing facilities for seamless program delivery.

Gym Officer/Personal Trainer/ Sports Umpire

Town of Port Hedland
Port Hedland
06.2021 - Current
  • Conducting fitness appraisals (including ESSA prescreening), prescribing exercise program to new clients and updating existing client programs
  • Conducting client individual assessments and assisting Health Club Supervisor with education and awareness of exercise within the community
  • Assist gym patrons and new comers to identify their personal health and fitness goals, design exercise and fitness programs, and educates/motivates them to effectively and safely reach their health and fitness goals
  • During COVID provided education on safe gym practices, provided extra cleaning, and assisted with execution of change in gym parameters as the COVID advice changes
  • Provided maintenance checks, ongoing deep cleaning of equipment/ gym itself and maintained regular checks for equipment integrity

Exercise Physiologist

Sonic Health Plus
South Hedland, WA
01.2022 - 12.2023
  • Completed musculoskeletal assessment or fitness testing to provide an evaluation of the condition and function of musculoskeletal health, lifting capabilities and reporting any injuries that may impact a person's ability to safely perform the inherent requirements of their job
  • Medical assessments include an evaluation of pre-existing injuries, posture, balance, range of motion, upper limb, lower limb, core strength, spine movement and lifting tests
  • Working alongside nurses, general practitioners, and screeners to complete the pre-employment medical
  • Stopped working due to practice closure and lack of GP's in Port Hedland

Clinical Exercise Physiologist

Patches Therapy Services
South Hedland, Western Australia
01.2021 - 02.2023
  • Gained experience in the rural sector of Pediatric and Disability Exercise Physiology
  • Working predominantly under the National Disability scheme (NDIS)
  • Started a case load, managed appointments and completed functional assessments while liaising with local stakeholders within the community.
  • Providing and prescribing exercise programs based on a home, gym, school, or community-based setting
  • Working with clients from a diverse background and from regional and remote communities of the Pilbara
  • Assessed and prescribed exercises for clients with disabilities, comorbidities and neurodiversity;managed exercise delivery and intervention for clients with complex chronic health conditions.
  • Produced detailed documentation and reports for NDIS and government schemes such as workers compensation. Collaborated with multidisciplinary allied health professionals in a team setting. Coordinated with community stakeholders involved in participant and case management.
  • Provided Allied Health Assistant (AHA) training to multiple AHA staff members, providing education on safe exercise parameters, contraindications for exercise and exercise execution (technique, sets/reps, rest periods etc.)
  • Provided outreach to remote indigenous communities, collaborating with local providers and staff to deliver high-quality care for participants with limited access to healthcare
  • Left Patches looking for diversified client base by seeking out new funding streams and expanding disability advocacy initiatives.

Exercise Physiologist

South Hedland Physiotherapy (Total Physio Group)
South Hedland, WA
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Acquired practical knowledge of the rural Exercise Physiology field
  • Planned and executed the Activ-8 life program, an eight-week health initiative to guide individuals in jump-starting their well-being
  • Contributed to the success of clients by delivering tailored guidance, helping them reach desired outcomes, and educating on maintaining physical well-being through exercise and lifestyle choices.
  • Engaged with clients from Medicare (EPC), WA work cover, DVA, and NDIS to deliver personalized healthcare solutions for individuals with diverse health/lifestyle and cultural backgrounds.
  • Provided patient centered approach, therefore tailoring programs to suit individual needs and goals
  • Developed skills in organization, networking, coach and player education, case management to effectively market to local community groups
  • Acquired expertise in conducting hydrotherapy sessions for individuals undergoing early stage rehabilitation and coping with chronic conditions.
  • Learned to work effectively as a member of a small MDT team comprising physiotherapists, chiropractors, podiatrists, and sonographers.

Netball Umpire

Edith Cowan University
Joondalup
02.2014 - 02.2020
  • Umpiring netball, making quick decisions, justifying to players why the decision was made and maintaining control of an entire court
  • Worked well independently and on a team to solve problems
  • Communicated effectively using a variety of levels of managers

Kids Holiday Program Officer

Edith Cowan University
Joondalup and Mount Lawley, WA
01.2015 - 01.2020
  • Efficiently managed the organization, planning, and execution of sport sessions and games for children aged 5-12
  • Promoted participation in diverse sport activities during school breaks, encouraging children to try out new sports and engage in externally conducted clinics.
  • Collaborated with team members for effective communication between departments.
  • Implemented corrective measures in response to feedback received from participants or stakeholders.
  • Coordinated with internal and external stakeholders for successful implementation of projects.
  • Acquired staff training skills

Customer Service Officer

Bendon
Watertown, WA
01.2014 - 01.2020
  • Demonstrated strong leadership skills by effectively handling cash transactions, opening and closing the store, and training staff in various responsibilities.
  • Collaborated with a team to meet and surpass KPI and group sales targets.
  • Provided exceptional customer service and personalized assistance in fitting and sizing customers, utilizing extensive product knowledge to recommend suitable products
  • Implemented best practices regarding customer service standards across all channels.
  • Answered customer inquiries via telephone, email and face-to-face contact.
  • Handled escalated customer complaints and disputes in a professional manner.

Education

Post Graduate Certificate - Diabetes Education

Deakin University
02-2024

Bachelor - Exercise Sport Science and Rehabilitation(Exercise Physiology

Edith Cowan University, ESSA
10.2019

Skills

  • Exercise Prescription
  • Musculoskeletal Assessments
  • First Aid & CPR
  • Business Administration
  • Onsite Nationally Accredited Drug and Alcohol Testing
  • Working With Children
  • Manuel Drivers License
  • Assess and Inclusion Advocacy
  • Relationship Building
  • Key partnership cultivation
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Cert in Hydrotherapy and Chronic disease

Hobbies:

  • Football (AFL)
  • Cricket
  • Dancing
  • Camping
  • Fishing

References

REFERENCES References available upon request

Timeline

Owner/Clinical Exercise Physiologist

Revive Therapy Services Australia
02.2023 - Current

HAYSCI Officer and Youth Engagement Coordinator

WA Cricket
06.2022 - Current

Exercise Physiologist

Sonic Health Plus
01.2022 - 12.2023

Gym Officer/Personal Trainer/ Sports Umpire

Town of Port Hedland
06.2021 - Current

Clinical Exercise Physiologist

Patches Therapy Services
01.2021 - 02.2023

Exercise Physiologist

South Hedland Physiotherapy (Total Physio Group)
01.2020 - 01.2021

Kids Holiday Program Officer

Edith Cowan University
01.2015 - 01.2020

Netball Umpire

Edith Cowan University
02.2014 - 02.2020

Customer Service Officer

Bendon
01.2014 - 01.2020

Post Graduate Certificate - Diabetes Education

Deakin University

Bachelor - Exercise Sport Science and Rehabilitation(Exercise Physiology

Edith Cowan University, ESSA

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