NIJU KOSHY
Burford,ON
Summary
Talented and professional individual with a deep understanding of industry practices and a reputation for knowledge and skill. Natural leader dedicated to problem-solving and driving organizational objectives. Meticulous attention to detail with a proven track record in coordinating projects, programs, and implementing improvements.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PROGRAM MANAGER
Karis Disability Services (West District)
2016.03 - Current
- Provided leadership and supervision to multiple teams in Kitchener, Waterloo and Peel areas. Direct reports: 20+ Direct Support Professionals supporting adults experiencing developmental disabilities.
- Served as UKG Lead for West District 2023-2024
- Serving on Assistive Technologies Onward Team 2019 - Present
- Promote organizational values and ensure compliance standards are understood and followed by teams
- Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring support for program initiatives.
- Manage accurate Human Resources processes and records including scheduling, training and development, recruitment and selection and performance management
- Develop, implement, and evaluate overall program operational goals with teams
- Respond effectively to concerns and/or complaints from the community and families of the people receiving services
- Financial management of program including fiscal budget negotiations, monitoring expenses through Adagio FX, and managing credit card and petty cash flow
- Provide leadership to Work Team coordinators of Support, finance, Scheduling and Property to ensure the overall effectiveness of the programs
- Coordinate supports with community professionals and third party stakeholders
- Participated in inquiry teams.
DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
Christian Horizons
2012.07 - 2016.02
- Provided support to adults with developmental disabilities in various settings, helping them enhance their personal growth and quality of life.
- Assisted in implementing person-centered plans through collaboration with family members and diverse healthcare and social service professionals
- Promoted community engagement and assisted with daily living activities, encompassing personal care aspects.
PHYSIOTHERAPY RESIDENT
Upper Ottawa Physiotherapy
2012.09 - 2014.01
- Assess physical condition of patients to diagnose problems, plan appropriate treatments and maintain patient records and supervise assistants
- Supervise team with use of treatment equipment and electrotherapy.
- Integrated findings from history and physical examinations into reasonably ordered differential diagnoses.
PHYSIOTHERAPY RESIDENT
AIM Health Group
2012.09 - 2013.08
- Perform tests and measurements, including biometrics, gait analysis to observe foot mechanics and body stability, and a Clinical Fitness Function Screen to determine the flexibility, range of motion, strength and stability in muscles and joints
- Supervised and trained 8-10 assistants and volunteers.
- Participated in staff training sessions to continually enhance knowledge and skills in resident care practices.
PHYSIOTHERAPIST ASSISTANT
Yee Hong Rehab Center
2005.11 - 2012.08
- Providing physiotherapy intervention under supervision
- Orientated with RAI/MDS 2.0
- Apply equipment for patients to continue their specified exercise programs, and facilitate patients practicing functional activities
- Carry out programs that residents would be expected to do e.g
- Passive and assisted range of movement activities, application of orthosis, group exercises etc.
PHYSIOTHERAPIST ASSISTANT
The Village of Riverside Glen
2005.11 - 2012.08
- Providing physiotherapy intervention under supervision
- Orientated with RAI/MDS 2.0
- Apply equipment for patients to continue their specified exercise programs, and facilitate patients practicing functional activities
- Carry out programs that residents would be expected to do e.g
- Passive and assisted range of movement activities, application of orthosis, group exercises etc.
CHILD & YOUTH WORKER
Avalon Children's Residence – Specialized Services (hard to serve youth)
2010.08 - 2012.07
- Facilitating residents to meet basic daily needs
- Medical care of residents including dispensing and recording of medication
- Intervention at initial and crisis stages of escalation
- Carry out one to one responsibility and completing required documentation.
- Worked with 20+ at-risk youth to assist with societal reintegration after prolonged institutionalization.
Education
Certificate - Operational Leaders Development Program
Developmental Services Workforce Initiative
Waterloo, ON06.2023
DSW Apprenticeship -
Loyalist College
Belleville, ON01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Physiotherapy
School of Medical Education, Mahatma Gandhi University
India01.2004
Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Team Leadership
- Decision-Making
- Detail Oriented
- Strategic Planning
- Project Management
- Team leadership and direction
- Personnel Management
- Proficient with Windows and Mac operating systems, MS, Adagio FX, Quadrant, Operations Database, Point Click, Gold-care, Adobe, UKG, AlayaCare
Certification
- Workplace Mental Health Leadership™ certificate program, Morneau Shepell, Queen’s University 2021
- Transforming Conflict, Credence & Co. 2021
- Transforming Power, Privilege & Prejudice, Credence & Co. 2021
- Joint Health and Safety Committee Certification, 2018, PSHSA, Ontario
- Leadership Certificate, 2017, University of Waterloo,
- Common Thread Initiative (CTI 2015) 1 year Training Program, Central West Community Networks for Specialized Care, Ministry of Community and Social Services and Central West Specialized Developmental Services
- Responsive Behavior Level IV, MAREP Certificate, 2016, Murray Alzheimer Research and Education Program, University of Waterloo
- Emerging Leaders Program, 2014, Christian Horizons' Leadership Development Program
- Research Methodology Course, 2010, School of Health Management, Ryerson University, Toronto
- Inter-professional Collaboration Workshop, 2009, Research Institute for Aging, Conestoga College
- Attended AITA Assistive Technology Industry Association Conference, 2019, Florida
Awards
- Excellence in Action Award in Innovation for 2022-23, Karis Disability Services, Canada
- University 2nd Rank, 2004: Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy, Mahatma Gandhi University, India
Volunteer Experience
- Board Secretary, 2018-present, India Christian Fellowship Church, Toronto, ON
- Board member, 2019-2022, Cambridge Christian School, Cambridge, ON
- Youth Group Coordinator, 2007-2019, India Christian Fellowship Church, Toronto, ON
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Professional Working
Malayalam
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
PROGRAM MANAGER
Karis Disability Services (West District)
2016.03 - Current
PHYSIOTHERAPY RESIDENT
Upper Ottawa Physiotherapy
2012.09 - 2014.01
PHYSIOTHERAPY RESIDENT
AIM Health Group
2012.09 - 2013.08
DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
Christian Horizons
2012.07 - 2016.02
CHILD & YOUTH WORKER
Avalon Children's Residence – Specialized Services (hard to serve youth)
2010.08 - 2012.07
PHYSIOTHERAPIST ASSISTANT
Yee Hong Rehab Center
2005.11 - 2012.08
PHYSIOTHERAPIST ASSISTANT
The Village of Riverside Glen
2005.11 - 2012.08
Certificate - Operational Leaders Development Program
Developmental Services Workforce Initiative
DSW Apprenticeship -
Loyalist College
Bachelor of Science - Physiotherapy
School of Medical Education, Mahatma Gandhi University
- Workplace Mental Health Leadership™ certificate program, Morneau Shepell, Queen’s University 2021
- Transforming Conflict, Credence & Co. 2021
- Transforming Power, Privilege & Prejudice, Credence & Co. 2021
- Joint Health and Safety Committee Certification, 2018, PSHSA, Ontario
- Leadership Certificate, 2017, University of Waterloo,
- Common Thread Initiative (CTI 2015) 1 year Training Program, Central West Community Networks for Specialized Care, Ministry of Community and Social Services and Central West Specialized Developmental Services
- Responsive Behavior Level IV, MAREP Certificate, 2016, Murray Alzheimer Research and Education Program, University of Waterloo
- Emerging Leaders Program, 2014, Christian Horizons' Leadership Development Program
- Research Methodology Course, 2010, School of Health Management, Ryerson University, Toronto
- Inter-professional Collaboration Workshop, 2009, Research Institute for Aging, Conestoga College
- Attended AITA Assistive Technology Industry Association Conference, 2019, Florida
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