Monica Knight
Hull
Summary
Dynamic Occupational Therapist with extensive experience in complex equipment provision and adaptations, notably within Social Services settings. Excelled in leadership roles, supervising teams and enhancing service efficiency. Proficient in using a variety of data systems demonstrating strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Achieved significant improvements in client care delivery and team productivity. Compassionate Lead Occupational Therapist known for high productivity and efficient task completion.
Excel in client assessment, treatment plan development, and adaptive equipment technology. Strong communicator with exceptional organizational skills, thrive in team collaboration and client education to achieve optimal outcomes.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Occupational Therapist
Hull City Council
Hull
01.2025 - Current
- Moving and handling assessments.
- Single handed care assessments
- Major and minor adaptation assessments
- Provision of equipment
- Completed capacity assessments when required
Lead Practitioner
Lincolnshire Social Services
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Provided support during times of transition by helping practitioners adjust to changes in roles or responsibilities.
- Conducted regular staff meetings to discuss challenges, successes, and upcoming projects.
- Built relationships with external vendors and partners
- Implemented methods to deliver constructive feedback.
- Actively participated in team meetings, offering insights into potential solutions or improvements when appropriate.
- Guided team members to successfully achieve organizational goals.
- Ensured compliance with policies, and procedures
- Mentored practitioners in developing their professional skills..
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Occupational Therapist - Locum
Lincolnshire Social service
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Completed moving and handling assessments, and optimized care packages where appropriate.
- Completed major and minor adaptation assessments for DFG and non DFG adaptations
- Assessed clients for provision of equipment.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with occupational therapy best practices.
- Advocated for clients to receive necessary services and supports within their community.
- Recorded patient progress and outcomes in electronic health records following regulatory standards.
- Completed referrals for other disciplines and agencies to address comprehensive needs of patients.
- Promoted maximum independence by selecting and constructing therapies according to individual's physical capacity and interest
Practice Supervisor Occupational Therapist – Integrated Community Equipment Service
Oxfordshire County Council
06.2020 - 03.2024
- Collaborated effectively with various partnership organizations.
- Provided expertise as a clinical occupational therapist with specialisation in complex equipment provisions.
- Supervised the setup and management of a short-term 20-bed unit at a regional hotel, contributing to NHS and health teams' pandemic efforts.
Senior Occupational Therapist
NRS -Bicester Depot
12.2020 - 06.2020
- Clinical lead for equipment provision for Oxfordshire County Council
- Served as liaison between NRS equipment providers and equipment prescribers.
- Performed occupational therapy evaluations for Bucks and Solihull regions on behalf of NRS.
Various Locum Occupational Therapist
Various Local Authorities
11.2016 - 06.2020
- Moving and handling assessments
- Single handed care assessments
- Major and minor adaptation assessments
- Provision of equipment
- Completed capacity assessments when required
Occupational Health Advisor
Corpore - Rehabilitation and Injury Specialists
08.2016 - 11.2016
- Conduct sickness absence assessments – at employee’s home or workplace setting
- Conduct ergonomic and functional assessments
- Conduct other specialist assessments as identified (eg cognitive assessments)
Clinical Specialist - Contractor
HCML Rehabilitations Solutions
01.2016 - 05.2016
- Clinical Specialist completed Worksite Assessments, Work Capability Assessments, Absence Management - some case management work
Advanced Practitioner - Locum
Luton Borough Council
10.2015 - 01.2016
- Advanced Practitioner providing leadership, support and line management to qualified and unqualified staff
- Mentored and supervised staff to help develop their skills and practice
- Role involved working in partnership with Housing, Rehab services, GP clusters and relevant organisations
- Actively involved in the inception, design and delivery of a revised Rapid Response service within the Adults Social Care Team
Team Lead Occupational Therapy Learning Disabilities
Hammersmith and Fulham Council
06.2015 - 10.2015
- Worked closely with other members of the multidisciplinary team and accepted referrals from the social care team
- Provided timely and appropriate occupational therapy intervention for service users through the provision of assessment and identification of person centered intervention
- This includes provision of equipment, minor and major adaptations as well as work around basic life and travel skills and moving and handling assessments
Basic Grade Rotation and Various Locum Occupational Therapy Roles
07.2001 - 06.2015
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Completed occupational therapy assessments within hospital environment as well as community environments
Education
BSc Hons - Occupational Therapy
Brunel University
01.2001
Skills
Essex County Council 2016 -2020
Solihull County Council 2020
Pembrokshire County Council 2022
Hertfordshire County Council 2022/2023
Hertfordshire County Council 2023/2024
Affiliations
Gym, cinema eating out
Timeline
Senior Occupational Therapist
Hull City Council
01.2025 - Current
Lead Practitioner
Lincolnshire Social Services
09.2024 - 01.2025
Occupational Therapist - Locum
Lincolnshire Social service
03.2024 - 09.2024
Senior Occupational Therapist
NRS -Bicester Depot
12.2020 - 06.2020
Practice Supervisor Occupational Therapist – Integrated Community Equipment Service
Oxfordshire County Council
06.2020 - 03.2024
Various Locum Occupational Therapist
Various Local Authorities
11.2016 - 06.2020
Occupational Health Advisor
Corpore - Rehabilitation and Injury Specialists
08.2016 - 11.2016
Clinical Specialist - Contractor
HCML Rehabilitations Solutions
01.2016 - 05.2016
Advanced Practitioner - Locum
Luton Borough Council
10.2015 - 01.2016
Team Lead Occupational Therapy Learning Disabilities
Hammersmith and Fulham Council
06.2015 - 10.2015
Basic Grade Rotation and Various Locum Occupational Therapy Roles
07.2001 - 06.2015
BSc Hons - Occupational Therapy
Brunel University
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