Dolofina Narocho Siminyu

Placement at Guildford Borough Council- Care and repair team.

• Promoted client-centred approach in therapy whilst respecting individual needs.
• Conducted thorough occupational therapy assessments to plan appropriate interventions.
• Collaborated with grant officers to optimise outcomes for clients regarding Disabled facilities Grants (DFGs).
• Advocated for appropriate client interventions in adaptation panel meetings to enhance service delivery.

Transitions Team

• Supported young people with learning disabilities and Autism to generalize and transfer skills learnt in college to their home environment as part of wider research project focused on skill generalization and independence.
• Used standardized assessment tools and outcome measures e.g Canadian occupational performance measure (COPM) and Therapy Outcome measures(TOMS).
• Utilised goal-setting strategies to empower clients to achieve maximum functional independence.

• Supported clients to access appointments in community.
• Worked closely with healthcare professionals to deliver optimal care.
• Supported residents in managing their finances, promoting independence.
• Performed administrative duties such as filing paperwork or booking appointments efficiently.
• Assisted with housekeeping duties around residence, maintaining clean environments.
• Assisted residents with personal hygiene tasks, promoting dignity and respect.
• Prepared meals according to dietary needs of each resident, contributing to better nutrition.