Simona Joseph
CHESTER
Summary
- Dynamic occupational therapist with experience and a clear understanding of healthcare standards, procedures, and best practices.
- Specialize in adaptive techniques, patient education, and rehabilitation exercises to support diverse patient needs.
- Proven ability in patient care planning, efficient task completion, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Committed to empowering patients with tailored rehabilitation strategies, fostering independence, and well-being in diverse populations.
- Strong in empathetic and composed interactions, ensuring positive outcomes and client satisfaction in therapeutic settings.
- Proficient team player, with strong planning, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapy Assistant
ABBEY SCHOOL FOR AUTISTIC CHILDREN
Chester
02.2025 - 04.2025
- Delivered occupational therapy to autistic children through classroom modification and collaborative sensory & ADL activities.
- Conducted group sessions tailored to individual occupational therapy objectives.
- Counseled class teachers and learning mentors on children's coping strategies, integrating them into classroom programs.
Occupational Therapist
G.O.D.S (Groups of Disabled) MBA Foundation
Mumbai
04.2024 - 09.2024
- Delivered tailored occupational therapy services to children and adults with special needs. Managed follow-ups on treatment plans after every three sessions to track progress of clients. Implemented individualized counseling sessions addressing emotional and behavioral challenges.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify barriers in home environments and recommend modifications. Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop coordinated treatment plans and ensure holistic care.
- Engaged in community outreach initiatives, conducting workshops for caregivers and raising awareness of occupational therapy.
- Participated in medical camps providing free assessments for children and adults at the center. Contributed to patient evaluations at Dr. L H HIRARANDANI HOSPITAL, enhancing treatment protocols.
Occupational Therapy Intern
D.Y. Patil Hospital
Navi Mumbai
09.2022 - 04.2024
- Supported in care management of over 350 patients with chronic neurological, cardiac, psychiatric, pediatric, and orthopedic conditions. Share views for assessing and revising treatment goals and plans to meet patient needs.
- Recommended and fabricated adaptive devices including ankle-foot orthosis and various splints for patient rehabilitation.
- Guided patients through recovery post-hospital discharge with tailored home therapy plans. Planned home modifications and energy conservation strategies for improved patient outcomes.
- Conducted assessments and provided counseling in rural setting of Nere Village, Panvel, Mumbai. Collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive patient care in underserved areas.
Education
MASTERS - CARDIOVASCULAR HEALTH AND REHABILITATION
UNIVERSITY OF CHESTER
Chester, England08.2025
Bachelors - Occupational Therapy
D. Y. Patil University, School of Occupational Therapy
Navi Mumbai, India04.2024
Skills
- Good decision-making skills, patient assessment, patient management, and treatment planning
- Rehabilitation techniques include therapeutic exercises, cognitive retraining, coordination exercises, and creative design
- Counseling techniques, pediatric therapy, and neurological rehabilitation
- Strong time management, communication skills, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills
- Community outreach, community integration, and clinical team collaboration
Certificates & License
- HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) license of the UK, as a licensed occupational therapist
- Certificate of UK DBS for fire safety at the workplace and safeguarding children (Level 2 courses), and Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) from India showing no criminal records
- Certificate of appreciation for services offered as 'on-field first aid and sports therapist' at Bombay YMCA state-level athletic meet
- Certificate of participation in a two-day hands-on course on 'Role of Splint and Adaptive Devices,' and 'The Dynamics of Activities in Occupational Therapy'
- Certificate of participation in 'Research Methodology and Good Clinical Practice Guidelines,' 'Two-Day High Fidelity Medical Simulation Workshop,' and 'Three-Day Professional Networking Course'
Research Papers
- Impact of sleep disturbances in CVD and quality of life in menopausal women: analyzing the impact of sleep disturbances categorized as risk factors in menopausal women (through University of Chester, Chester, England, and duration from March 1, 2025, to date)
- Association between lifestyle behavior and quality of life among IT professionals: analyzing lifestyle behavior, health-related quality of life, and well-being among IT professionals (through D.Y. Patil University, Navi Mumbai, India, and duration September 1, 2023, to April 30, 2024)
Mobile
- +91, 7021556730
- +44, 7818961643
Hobbies and Interests
- Sports: Badminton, Throw-ball, Classical Dance
- Miscellaneous: Cooking, Singing, Travelling, Music (EDM, Hollywood, Pop)
Timeline
Occupational Therapy Assistant
ABBEY SCHOOL FOR AUTISTIC CHILDREN
02.2025 - 04.2025
Occupational Therapist
G.O.D.S (Groups of Disabled) MBA Foundation
04.2024 - 09.2024
Occupational Therapy Intern
D.Y. Patil Hospital
09.2022 - 04.2024
MASTERS - CARDIOVASCULAR HEALTH AND REHABILITATION
UNIVERSITY OF CHESTER
Bachelors - Occupational Therapy
D. Y. Patil University, School of Occupational Therapy
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