Lynette Sheard

Experience

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  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

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  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

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  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

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  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

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  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.

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  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

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  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