Cole M Clemons
Elmira,NY
Summary
Experienced Mentor and Care Manager with a strong background in guiding and supporting children through their developmental stages. Adept at building trusting relationships, providing emotional support, and offering practical advice to help kids navigate challenges and achieve their goals. Skilled in fostering self-esteem, resilience, and effective communication skills, while tailoring approaches to individual needs. Committed to creating a positive, safe environment that encourages personal growth and academic success. Proven ability to positively impact children's lives and contribute to their overall well-being and development.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Children's Care Manager
Pathways, Inc
Corning, NY
01.2025 - Current
- Developed individualized care plans to address children's unique needs and promote developmental growth.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary team meetings to ensure comprehensive service delivery for clients.
- Facilitated family engagement sessions to enhance communication and support networks for children in care.
- Monitored progress of case plans, adjusting strategies based on client feedback and behavioral assessments.
- Provided crisis intervention support, ensuring immediate safety and emotional stability for children in distress.
- Advocated for resources and services within the community to meet children's health and educational needs.
- Strengthened family relationships by facilitating communication, trust-building exercises, and conflict resolution strategies.
- Established trust with clients through consistent communication, transparency in decision-making processes, and genuine compassion for their wellbeing.
Student Mentor
Ithaca City School District- Boynton
Ithaca, NY
10.2021 - 12.2024
- Mentored students, fostering personal growth and academic success through individualized guidance.
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Facilitated communication between students, teachers, and parents to support educational objectives.
- Organized workshops and activities promoting teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving skills among students.
- Evaluated student progress, providing constructive feedback to encourage improvement and resilience.
- Help teachers brainstorm methods for communicating with students.
Summer Camp Assistant Director/ Counselor
Cass Park Day Camp
Ithaca, NY
07.2013 - 07.2024
- Supervised daily camp operations, ensuring safety and engagement for all participants.
- Developed and implemented recreational programs tailored to diverse age groups and skill levels.
- Collaborated with staff to create a positive environment, fostering teamwork and communication.
- Assisted in training new counselors on camp policies and procedures for enhanced performance.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among campers, and staff promoting teamwork and respect.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminology
SUNY, Cortland
Cortland, NY05.2021
Skills
- Trauma experience
- Case planning
- Family support
- Teamwork
- Child advocacy
- Services coordination
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Interpersonal communication
Timeline
Children's Care Manager
Pathways, Inc
01.2025 - Current
Student Mentor
Ithaca City School District- Boynton
10.2021 - 12.2024
Summer Camp Assistant Director/ Counselor
Cass Park Day Camp
07.2013 - 07.2024
Bachelor of Science - Criminology
SUNY, Cortland