Raj Patel JP
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Jay Patel
Raj Patel is a very kind, compassionate, fun-loving and loving man and father. He is committed to following his goals and thrives under pressure. He has gone through so much and managed to growth in a personal and professional way. Raj is a loving and generous man that has amazing skills in start-ups and ad hoc business construction and has consistently used them to support business aims and ambitions in technology, education, IT and the broader consulting sectors. Raj has many passions outside of work, but he manages to find a synergies between his hobbies and his work and he uses this to his advantage. Raj deserves all the best and upon meeting him, you will see why I believe him to be a great communicator, speaker, counsellor, consultant, person and father. Raj's diverse work history spanning over 30 years in IT, Operations, Consulting and various director roles make him a prime candidate for any advisory/specialist role available in the Sydney, NSW region. Please do not be shy to approach him should you be interested...the man is modest!
Chandrika Lakhani
Raj is a highly personable and charming communicator who has overcome enormous personal obstacles to become a visionary in his field.
Jay Patel
Raj Patel is a very kind, compassionate, fun-loving and loving man and father. He is committed to following his goals and thrives under pressure. He has gone through so much and managed to growth in a personal and professional way. Raj is a loving and generous man that has amazing skills in start-ups and ad hoc business construction and has consistently used them to support business aims and ambitions in technology, education, IT and the broader consulting sectors. Raj has many passions outside of work, but he manages to find a synergies between his hobbies and his work and he uses this to his advantage. Raj deserves all the best and upon meeting him, you will see why I believe him to be a great communicator, speaker, counsellor, consultant, person and father. Raj's diverse work history spanning over 30 years in IT, Operations, Consulting and various director roles make him a prime candidate for any advisory/specialist role available in the Sydney, NSW region. Please do not be shy to approach him should you be interested...the man is modest!
Chandrika Lakhani
Raj is a highly personable and charming communicator who has overcome enormous personal obstacles to become a visionary in his field.
Jay Patel
Raj Patel is a very kind, compassionate, fun-loving and loving man and father. He is committed to following his goals and thrives under pressure. He has gone through so much and managed to growth in a personal and professional way. Raj is a loving and generous man that has amazing skills in start-ups and ad hoc business construction and has consistently used them to support business aims and ambitions in technology, education, IT and the broader consulting sectors. Raj has many passions outside of work, but he manages to find a synergies between his hobbies and his work and he uses this to his advantage. Raj deserves all the best and upon meeting him, you will see why I believe him to be a great communicator, speaker, counsellor, consultant, person and father. Raj's diverse work history spanning over 30 years in IT, Operations, Consulting and various director roles make him a prime candidate for any advisory/specialist role available in the Sydney, NSW region. Please do not be shy to approach him should you be interested...the man is modest!
Chandrika Lakhani
Raj is a highly personable and charming communicator who has overcome enormous personal obstacles to become a visionary in his field.
Jay Patel
Raj Patel is a very kind, compassionate, fun-loving and loving man and father. He is committed to following his goals and thrives under pressure. He has gone through so much and managed to growth in a personal and professional way. Raj is a loving and generous man that has amazing skills in start-ups and ad hoc business construction and has consistently used them to support business aims and ambitions in technology, education, IT and the broader consulting sectors. Raj has many passions outside of work, but he manages to find a synergies between his hobbies and his work and he uses this to his advantage. Raj deserves all the best and upon meeting him, you will see why I believe him to be a great communicator, speaker, counsellor, consultant, person and father. Raj's diverse work history spanning over 30 years in IT, Operations, Consulting and various director roles make him a prime candidate for any advisory/specialist role available in the Sydney, NSW region. Please do not be shy to approach him should you be interested...the man is modest!
Chandrika Lakhani
Raj is a highly personable and charming communicator who has overcome enormous personal obstacles to become a visionary in his field.
Credentials
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International Assiciation of Therapists
International Association of Therapists (IAOTH)Nov, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Mentor
Mentoring MenJun, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Holistic Health Associates Int.
Holistic Health Associates InternationalOct, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
International Instute for Complementary Therapists
International Institute for Complementary TherapistsNov, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
The International Meditation Teachers & Therapists Association
Mind Body EducationNov, 2018- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Zest Care Australia
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Australia
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Individual and Family Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Team Leader
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Aug 2021 - Present
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Founder
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Jun 2016 - Present
We provide a range of holistic services for the mind, body and spirit. Such as Meditation; Reiki; Chair Yoga; Hypnotherapy; Life & Career Coaching and Counselling. We provide a range of holistic services for the mind, body and spirit. Such as Meditation; Reiki; Chair Yoga; Hypnotherapy; Life & Career Coaching and Counselling.
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Founder
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Sep 2010 - Present
To bring hope and dignity to people suffering from all forms of chronic diseases. Rita's Foundation's ultimate vision is to establish Health and Wellbeing Sanctuaries for Chronically ill patients worldwide, using holistic approach by administrating alternative therapies in conjunction with allopathic medicine. The foundation will be run and supported by people like you, who are passionate to put something back in the community. To bring hope and dignity to people suffering from all forms of chronic diseases. Rita's Foundation's ultimate vision is to establish Health and Wellbeing Sanctuaries for Chronically ill patients worldwide, using holistic approach by administrating alternative therapies in conjunction with allopathic medicine. The foundation will be run and supported by people like you, who are passionate to put something back in the community.
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Principal Consultant
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Sep 2010 - Present
IT & Business Advisor to SMEs Professional Counselling, Mentoring and Meditation Teaching. IT & Business Advisor to SMEs Professional Counselling, Mentoring and Meditation Teaching.
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Uniting
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Australia
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Non-profit Organizations
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700 & Above Employee
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Team Leader
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Mar 2020 - Jul 2021
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Uniting
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Australia
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Non-profit Organizations
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700 & Above Employee
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Local Area Coordinator
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May 2017 - Jan 2019
Responsible for working with participants, their families and carers, and other parties to encourage change in societal beliefs and structures by: • Providing support to prospective NDIS participants to engage with the Scheme. • Assisting participants to implement their plans, including building community inclusion and capacity. • Complete plan reviews and full scheme plans for participants. Responsible for working with participants, their families and carers, and other parties to encourage change in societal beliefs and structures by: • Providing support to prospective NDIS participants to engage with the Scheme. • Assisting participants to implement their plans, including building community inclusion and capacity. • Complete plan reviews and full scheme plans for participants.
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MAX
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Australia
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Government Relations Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Case Manager/Counsellor/Consultant and Group Facilitator
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May 2013 - May 2017
Negotiating employment opportunities with employers and promoting clients for vacancies. Referring clients to Professional Services for assessments, treatments plans and follow up of recommendations. Advising site manager on areas pertaining to the provision of Employment Services (i.e. resources, legal and ethical issues). Liaising with local Employment Agencies, Colleges (TAFE/Universities and RTOs) to facilitate positive and effective relationships. Traning and holding workshops. Negotiating employment opportunities with employers and promoting clients for vacancies. Referring clients to Professional Services for assessments, treatments plans and follow up of recommendations. Advising site manager on areas pertaining to the provision of Employment Services (i.e. resources, legal and ethical issues). Liaising with local Employment Agencies, Colleges (TAFE/Universities and RTOs) to facilitate positive and effective relationships. Traning and holding workshops.
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Chief Operating Officer
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Jun 2012 - Jan 2013
Recruiting, training and providing health care staff for home based Clients. Managing Staff: Supervise and evaluate care workers and administration staff. Ensuring Safety: Ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of the organisation facilities. Maintaining Financial Stability: Responsible for the day to day operations of the organisation, working with and advising the CEO on financial and operation matters. Creating Reports: Creating reports that convey the daily operational and the long-term impacts of on the organisation and the stakeholders. Preserving Facility Integrity: Ensuring client satisfaction, cultivating an efficient and safe environment. Purchasing Equipment: Replacing failing and outdated IT and other office equipment and maintaining adequate amounts of healthcare supplies. Collecting Data: Collect significant data and use the data to improve client care. Communicating with Personnel: By fostering strong communication across field staff and administration staff, creating an efficient work environment. Assessing Problems: Making decisions to resolve day to day operational problems quickly. Managing Policy: Enforcing policies and overseeing the staffs’ compliance to policies.
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Employment Consultant
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Aug 2010 - Jun 2012
Ensuring efficient and effective delivery of employment services Salvation Army Employment Plus – Baulkham Hills site clients as part of a Regional Team across multiple sites, through job search support and intensive support activities in line with the organisation's contractual obligations. Ensuring efficient and effective delivery of employment services Salvation Army Employment Plus – Baulkham Hills site clients as part of a Regional Team across multiple sites, through job search support and intensive support activities in line with the organisation's contractual obligations.
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Operations Director
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Jan 2004 - Jul 2010
Operations Director. Operations Director.
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Managing Principal
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Jan 2003 - Feb 2010
Managing Principal Managing Principal
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Principal Consultant
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2000 - 2002
Program/Project Management Program/Project Management
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1992 - 1997
• Managed the ICT Branch (180 staff) for a year during market testing and outsourcing transition period. Operating budget of $38.5 Million per annum. • Adviser to the senior management on the formulation of the RTA’s ICT Strategy. • Instrumental in the development of software and hardware procurement policies and strategies in the RTA. • Setup of the Development Services Section from ground up. • Operated the branch on a full cost recovery basis. • Introduced TQM & CPI in the branch. • Obtained dual quality certification (AS 3563 and ISO 3901 & 9001/9002) for the branch in record time (10 months). • Cut operating budget ($) and staff by 50% in less than 2 years. • Winning new business (both external and internal to RTA) worth $5M. • Implemented Business Process Re-engineering (BPR) in the branch. • Introduced process management on-line tool-set for software development, support and maintenance. • Successfully negotiated I.T. contracts with vendors and clients (e.g. Oracle and LBMS). • Introduced Charge Back or Fee for Service costing system in the branch. • Re-focused the branch to be a commercially orientated professional services organisation.
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Education
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Mind Body Education
Advanced Diploma, Hoslistic Counselling & Meditation Therapy -
Camden Haven College
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University of Sydney
DipCounselling, Counselling in Health Sector -
Australian Institute of Management
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BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT
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The University of Salford
BSc, Biochemistry & Chemistry