Lynette Sheard

Lynette Sheard

Director of Student Activities

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Director, Community Education Coordinator

  • Education

    • Certified Behavior Consultant

      2024 -
      Certification Applied Behavior Analysis Consultant

      Activities and Societies: Certified Behavioral Consultant in Applied Sciences. Available to Corporate, Non-profit and Social Service agencies • Maximize personal strengths and minimize weaknesses• Resolve internal conflicts and power struggles more quickly• Enhance teamwork among an organization’s staff• Help employees, staff, and team members develop a positive self-image• Assess a person’s communication style• Identify how and why people make decisions• Reveal root communication problems• Motivate others toward greater productivity• Develop focused and motivated teams• Use the tools in your… Show more • Maximize personal strengths and minimize weaknesses• Resolve internal conflicts and power struggles more quickly• Enhance teamwork among an organization’s staff• Help employees, staff, and team members develop a positive self-image• Assess a person’s communication style• Identify how and why people make decisions• Reveal root communication problems• Motivate others toward greater productivity• Develop focused and motivated teams• Use the tools in your consulting practice• Teach others about applied behavior Show less

    • Rutgers University

      2008 -
    • Hampton University

      1983 - 1987
      BA
  • Experience

    • Bloomfield College

      Jan 1990 - Jan 1998
      Director of Student Activities

      Provided leadsership in the implementation of the mission of theinstition. Developed and managed social programs for 2000 plus residential and communter students. Managed the campus'College Center and co-curricular programing. Responsible for developing /managing Summer and Spring Freshman Orientations and commencement. Created a Student Development Transcript to track co-curricular activities.Created The Student Training Empowerment Program- a program to develop and train student leaders Show less

    • WorldCom

      Jan 1998 - Jan 2005
      Global Account Executive

      Top Sales Performer. Sold audio, video, internet and conferencing solutions to fortune 100 companies ACCOMPLISHMENTS:Exceeded 100% of quota for three years consecutivelyAchieved 875% of quota for three monthsAchieves Top Branch Sales AwardNationwide Finalist in Proposal CompetitionGrew a base of $300,000 to $1.3 million

    • Unsigned Performer

      Jun 2003 - now
      Singer/Actress/Producer

      A versatile vocalist with a five octave range. She is an actor, producer and director. She is the unseated “West Orange Idol”. Her performances have been acknowledged in numerous publications including, NY Times, The Record and the Chronicle. The Star Ledger proclaims that “Her voice reaches deep into one’s soul and finds a soft spot” She performs Jazz, R&B, Gospel, Soul and Pop music in NY, NJ, PA and Las Vegas. Theater credits include principal roles in: Dream Girls, Smokey Joes Café, Ragtime, Swing, Aida, and an encore performance as Lena Younger Mama in Lorraine Hansberry’s A Raisin in the Sun taped for USA Networks. TV credits include: BET, NJN, and the USA Network. . She has received countless awards and recognition for her musical service work with children, the elderly and veterans. She is a founding member of the Guiding Stars. –A Medical Missions group of professional performers who volunteer to entertain veterans and children. Her performances have raised thousands for Hurricane Katrina Survivors, Haitian Relief efforts, The American Red Cross and numerous other charities. Show less

    • East Orange YMCA

      Jan 2007 - Oct 2008
      Site Director

      Promotes and incorporates the YMCA four core values and character development model in to all program activities.Recruits, trains, and develops non-exempt and part time program staff and volunteers.Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information.Organizes and schedules program registrations.Reviews and processes program scholarship applications.Compiles program statistics.Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation in program.Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with other community organizations.Develops and monitors program budget to meet fiscal objectives.Created and managed four new afterschool programs in addition to developing a summer camp.Successfully secured grants to increase and improve activities and wellness programs Show less

    • Mental Health Association of Essex County

      May 2008 - Apr 2015
      Sr Employment Specialist

      To provide direct care and personal adjustment services for individuals participating in the Supported Employment program. Direct care includes job coaching, skills training, assessment, counseling, intervention and advocacy. Case management, documentation and employer contacts are also required along with other services needed to maintain the employment of a Supported Employment participant.

    • Mental Health Association of New Jersey

      Apr 2015 - now
      TRAINER COORDINATOR FACILITATOR

      I am a trainer for the Career Connection Employment Resource Institute ( CCERI), which expands employment opportunities for people in recovery by creating system change through the promotion of best practices. I offer training for providers , consumers, family members and employers as well as technical assistance for mental health providers.I am certified by the UMDMJ -UBHC in administering Wellness Action Recovery Plans.I am certified by the National Institute of Corrections as an Offender Employment Specialist. Advisor of a local Business Advisor CouncilCertified by the UMDMJ -UBHC as a Wellness CoachCompleted the NJAMHAA Management Training Series Show less

    • The Mental Health Association in New Jersey

      Jan 2016 - now
      • Director of the New Jersey Mental Health Players

        Jan 2018 - now
      • Community Education Coordinator

        Jan 2016 - now
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Mental Health First Aid Virtual/Blended

      Mental Health America
      Jun 2019
    • QPR Suicide Prevention Trainer

      QPR Institute
      Jan 2017
    • Certified Trainer in Mental Health First Aid for Older Adults

      Mental Health America
      Mar 2016
    • Certified Trainer in Mental Health First Aid for Adults

      Mental Health America
      Jan 2015
    • Certified Trainer in Mental Health First Aid for Youth

      Mental Health Association
      Feb 2016
    • Certified Employment Support Specialist

      Rutgers University
      May 2008
    • Certified Offender Employment Specialist

      Rutgers University
      May 2009
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Lynette Sheard
      Innovative Program of the Year 2022 Mental Health America Mental Health America Mar 2022 • The Mental Health Players has been recognized as the “2022 Innovative Program of the Year” by our national organization- Mental Health America for the transformation, enhancement, and expansion of the program during COVID19. Director of the NJ Mental Health Players. Lynette Sheard will accept the award at their Annual Meeting in June in Washington, DC.
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Producer

      Issued by V-Day
      V-DayAssociated with Lynette Sheard
    • Artist Creating Excellence Receipt

      Issued by NJ Creative Arts Collaborative on Jan 2018
      NJ Creative Arts CollaborativeAssociated with Lynette Sheard
    • Member Board Of Directors

      Issued by Pleasant Valley Productions on Jan 2021
      Pleasant Valley ProductionsAssociated with Lynette Sheard
    • Volunteer Staff

      Issued by Nassan's Place on Jan 2014
      Nassan's PlaceAssociated with Lynette Sheard