Simran Kalander

Dedicated and compassionate public health professional with experience in health education, community engagement, and wellness promotion. Skilled in supporting health initiatives, guiding individuals toward healthier lifestyles, and contributing to evidence-based programs. Strong communicator with a passion for improving population health and empowering communities to achieve better well-being.

Recovery Worker - Open Road Vision - UK

• Managed caseload of clients with substance misuse and complex needs.
• Conducted risk, safeguarding, and holistic assessments.
• Developed and reviewed person-centred recovery care plans.
• Completed structured 12-week progress and risk reviews.
• Delivered one-to-one sessions using Motivational Interviewing and CBT-informed approaches.
• Supported relapse prevention, trigger identification, and coping strategies.
• Provided harm reduction advice and needle exchange support.
• Facilitated recovery-focused group sessions.
• Identified and escalated safeguarding concerns appropriately.
• Liaised with GPs, NHS, mental health, housing, and social care services.
• Completed referrals and coordinated ongoing care.
• Maintained accurate and confidential case records.
• Worked within a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, effective services.

Assistant Medical Officer - Vinayaka Hospital, Bangalore - Bangalore

(2024-01 - 2024-09)

• Managed patient care, case documentation, and clinic administration.
• Scheduled appointments, handled inquiries via calls and email, and coordinated clinic workflow.
• Provided counselling and health guidance to patients, supporting wellness and preventive care.
• Assisted in organizing and conducting health promotion campaigns, including diabetes awareness, lifestyle education, and outpatient wellness camps.

Masters - Public Health - City St. George's University, London UK (2024-09 - 2025-09)

Bachelors - Homoeopathic Medicine and Surgery - Father Muller homoeopathic medical college and hospital (2017-09 - 2023-07)