Jamye Cole

Experience

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  J.Cole Consulting

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  Consultant
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  Deaf Wide Services

  May 1996 - Aug 1996

  Instructor

  Volunteer instructor teaching American Sign Language to hearing children ages 4-11.

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  Mill Neck Manor School

  May 1997 - Aug 1997

  Assistant Teacher

  Worked in classroom with functionally Deaf and Deaf children. Participated in both group and individual instruction as instructed in Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).

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  Lexington Mental Health Center

  Jul 1998 - Feb 2000

  Children's Intensive Case Manager

  Responsibilities included providing services for Deaf children and/or children with Deaf families, ages 5-21, through interaction with mental health providers, medical community, school personnel and justice system.

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  United Synagogue Youth Group

  Sept 1998 - Jun 1999

  Group Leader

  Planned activities and mentored middle school and high school aged children in youth group.

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  United Cerebral Palsy of Queens

  Jun 2000 - Jun 2001

  Service Coordinator / Rehabilitation Counselor

  As Service Coordinator responsibilities included arranging services for people with developmental disabilities. As Rehabilitation Counselor responsibilities included counseling Deaf and hearing individuals with developmental disabilities in a vocational program.

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  Barrier Free Living

  Jun 2001 - Nov 2002

  Social Worker / Deaf Therapist

  Responsible for conducting short and long term psychotherapy with both Deaf and hearing clients with mental and/or physical disabilities.• Conducted psychosocial assessments, mental status exams, diagnosis (DSM IV-5 Axes).• Developed treatment plans; crisis intervention, risk assessment and safety planning for victims and their families.• Assisted clients with case management needs and advocacy.• Conducted citywide trainings and educational presentations on domestic violence and disabilities to social service providers, hospital staff, law enforcement agencies and legal personnel. Show less

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  Psychological Consultation Center

  Jul 2001 - Feb 2005

  Social Worker

  Part Time position providing counseling services to a diverse population of clients both children and adults.

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  New York-Presbyterian Hospital

  Nov 2002 - Jan 2008

  Worked with adolescents, ages 12-21, in a therapeutic school, The STAR program, for children with emotional problems. This program was based on the New York Presbyterian Hospital campus and funded by White Plains School District. Responsibilities included conducting individual, group & family psychotherapy, treatment planning, mental status exams, attending Committee on Special Education (CSE) meetings and case management. • Coordinated with outpatient therapists and psychiatrists to coordinate treatment for the child. • Wrote and executed treatments plans for the child and family.• Worked with school staff to realize best ways for child to accomplish academic success.• Maintained contact with families and school staff to facilitate communication between school and home. Show less Responsibilities included working with mentally ill Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and hearing children and adults, ages 5-65.• Conducted individual, couples, families and group psychotherapy sessions, psychiatric evaluations and diagnosis (DSM IV-5 Axes).• Intake coordination, treatment plans, case management and mental status exams. • Managed outpatient satellite clinic at The New York School for the Deaf, working with children ages 6-18 conducting individual and family psychotherapy sessions, case management, coordinated care with school counselors, other staff at school, and families. Show less

  • School Social Worker

    Feb 2006 - Jan 2008

  • Staff Social Worker

    Nov 2002 - Feb 2006
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  Baby Cole Enterprises

  Aug 2008 - Jan 2014

  President / Founder

  Created and founded a new direct B2C toy company, with an online and retail presence via a traveling toy store model. • Managed over 3000 SKUs and a rolling inventory of over $25k. • Grew business over 400% in 4 years. Ensured the highest customer service levels. • Procured all direct and indirect goods and services with a yearly spend of $50k. Managed strategic vendors, ensuring on time delivery of all goods. • Hired, trained, and managed 4 sales reps, increasing sales territory from Connecticut to North Carolina. • Created and implemented a comprehensive sales and marketing campaign to include social media, direct mailing, local advertising, and organizational awareness.• Raised over $5k for charity, through toy fundraisers for organizations such as Hadassah, Toys for Tots, middle schools, pre-schools, day care centers, cancer patients, and community centers. Show less

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  J.Cole Consulting

  Feb 2012 - now

  President / Founder, Independent Consultant

  Created and founded independent consulting company managing multiple accounts and responsibilities for businesses worldwide. Concentrations in internet research, telemarketing and sales calls, managing social media accounts and customer satisfaction surveys and reviews. Responsibilities include planning and organizing; business contacts, off site retreats, invoicing and billing files, mailings, and general day to day operations. • Researched and found over 1000 contacts for car carrier company; Contacted, managed, and followed up with each business; increased overall marketing penetration and overall sales.• Followed up with all customers for service satisfaction, increased positive internet searches by influencing customers to write about their positive experiences.• Managed day to day operations for independent yoga studio and instructors, ensured all billing and invoicing created & sent within 48 hours, followed up on all collections, averaging over 99% recovery rate.• Planned and researched Yoga retreat in Bali for over 200 people; site selection, transportation, and food. Show less