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Kendal Bates

Benefits Coordinator
Easley,SC

Summary

Personable and organized individual with keen eye for detail and positive, upbeat attitude. Possesses strong communication skills and solid understanding of office software, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Capable of enhancing team efficiency through effective coordination and administrative support.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Benefits Coordinator

Human Technologies, Inc
Greenville, SC
07.2024 - Current
  • Educated plan participants about available options using clear, accessible language.
  • Enhanced employee satisfaction by efficiently administering and managing benefits programs.
  • Served as primary point of contact for employee benefits inquiries, resolving issues promptly and accurately.
  • Streamlined benefits enrollment process for improved accuracy and reduced administrative workload.
  • Advocated for employees by efficiently addressing claims issues through strong carrier representative relationships.
  • Checked employees' benefits enrollment for accuracy and inputted all data into UKG.
  • Observed strict procedures to maintain data and plan participant confidentiality.
  • Managed employees effective dates in a timely manner

Private Nanny

Family Friend
Mauldin, SC
05.2022 - 07.2024
  • Adapted caregiving approaches based on individual needs of each child to provide personalized support.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Cultivated enduring connections with families and children by promoting transparent dialogue and constructive feedback.
  • Facilitated creative expression through art projects, imaginative play, storytelling sessions, and more.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Enhanced children's emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
  • Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
  • Supported emotional growth by helping children navigate conflicts with empathy and understanding while teaching problem-solving skills.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about the child's progress and needs.
  • Provided safe transportation to and from school, extracurricular activities, and other events.
  • Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
  • Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.

Administrative Assistant

Religious Organization
Greenville, SC
10.2018 - 03.2021
  • Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
  • Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
  • Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, helping plan travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
  • Organized office events such as holiday parties or team-building activities, promoting a positive company culture and boosting employee morale.
  • Optimized calendar management for leaders by scheduling appointments strategically while considering priorities and minimizing conflicts.
  • Streamlined invoice processing procedures to ensure timely payment of vendors while minimizing errors in financial records.
  • Managed expense reports for staff members, ensuring accurate documentation of spending for budgeting purposes.
  • Facilitated collaboration within team by organizing regular meetings and tracking project progress.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information, adhering strictly to data protection regulations.
  • Contributed to policy updates, researching regulations to ensure company compliance.

Hair Stylist

Great Clips
Easley, SC
09.2016 - 12.2018
  • Educated customers on products to maximize benefits.
  • Stayed updated on current hair trends and techniques to make customers look fashionable and increase satisfaction.
  • Increased salon revenue by upselling products and additional treatments during appointments.
  • Conducted thorough consultations with each client before beginning any service, ensuring clear communication regarding desired outcomes.
  • Trimmed, cut, and shaped hair and hairpieces based on customer preference.
  • Consistently maintained cleanliness of the workspace, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for clients.
  • Resolved guest complaints about service or style.
  • Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
  • Completed safety training and certifications to minimize risk of infection or injury to customers.

Education

High School Diploma -

Easley High School
Easley, SC
08.2013 - 05.2017

Skills

  • Team and Employee relations

  • Verbal and written communication

  • Documentation and reporting

  • Problem-solving

  • Time management

  • Attention to detail

Certification

Cosmetology License

Timeline

Benefits Coordinator

Human Technologies, Inc
07.2024 - Current

Private Nanny

Family Friend
05.2022 - 07.2024

Administrative Assistant

Religious Organization
10.2018 - 03.2021

Cosmetology License

05-2017

Hair Stylist

Great Clips
09.2016 - 12.2018

High School Diploma -

Easley High School
08.2013 - 05.2017

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