Experienced Owner, Corporate Trainer, Manager, Supervisor, Customer Service Lead, Customer Service Representative, Enrollment and Eligibility Processor; accounts payable and accounts receivable clerk, able to explain information clearly, recognize excellence in individuals, and inspire team members to achieve their potential while working toward common goals. Creative, resourceful and flexible, able to adapt to changing priorities and maintain a positive attitude and strong work ethic, ability to thrive in a fast paced, high stress environment
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
CREATIVE BLESSINGS
05.2020 - Current
Marketing/Advertisement
Various Sales; in-person, over phone and online
Create custom products per customer specification
Event Planning
Customer Service
Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivables
Contract Negotiations
Consulting
Managed day-to-day business operations.
Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
Established foundational processes for business operations.
Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
Training Lead
CONNECT FOR HEALTH
05.2019 - 05.2020
Content Development
Deliver training related to Connect for Health Process and systems and CBMS.
Deliver training related to Customer Service and Management
Certified State of Colorado Staff Development trainer
Trained and oversaw training of staff on relevant policies and procedures or other relevant areas.
Worked closely with C4HCO Manager to assess training needs and develop annual training plan Maintain certification with Staff Development Center
Utilized State's training material to successfully train system users per guidelines set by Staff Development Center
Certified State of Colorado Medical Assistance System Trainers
Develop training content for Peak, compounded income and APTC.
Assists partners/stakeholders with problematic cases.
Vendor Management
Develop and deliver up-training for staff as needed.
Escalation point of contact
Evaluated training needs to improve training quality.
Collaborate with Connect for Health Service Center and other vendors to improve processes
Assessed staff performance and training effectiveness, capitalizing on opportunities to develop new training programs and improve existing courses.
Coordinated training for new hires to impart information about company policies, requirements and performance strategies.
Provided virtual training and online presentations.
Traveled throughout Colorado training Department of Human Service Eligibility Workers
Analyzed training, student outcomes and course delivery metrics to produce reports for senior management.
Oversaw day-to-day functions of training department.
Recruited, trained and mentored new instructors.
Arranged meeting spaces and supporting materials for each class.
Lead special seminars for different types of employees.
Marketplace Operations Support Team Supervisor/Supervising Trainer
Connect For Health Colorado
07.2017 - 05.2019
Oversaw daily activities of Marketplace Operations Support Team employees, provide direction as needed, and manage Marketplace Operations Support Team culture
Manage, maintain and process work schedules, update attendance tracking, upkeep of employee records, approve timesheets and monitor PTO
Produce required productivity, quality assurance and training reports as well and ensures objectives and performance metrics are met.
Trains and oversaw training of staff on relevant policies and procedures or other relevant areas.
Worked closely with C4HCO Manager to assess training needs and develop annual training plan.
Maintain required Training Certification through Staff Development Center
Coordinated and facilitated federal and state level process reviews.
Identified areas of improvement and recommended new business processes and programs to Marketplace Operations Support Team manager for consideration.
Identified trends, developed recommendations and/or escalated issues to management in a timely manner, minimizing risk and improving customer experience.
Works with Quality Assurance team to adhere to quality standards.
Provided coaching and feedback to Marketplace Operations Support Team Employees
Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews and administered salaries for staff.
Lead by example, motivating and encouraging agents to achieve goals.
Acts as back-up for Marketplace Operations Support Team manager.
Resolved issues through active listening and open-ended questioning, escalating major problems to manager.
Built highly efficient staff members through ongoing coaching and professional development opportunities.
Organized spaces, materials and catering support for internal and client-focused meetings.
Interceded between employees during arguments and diffused tense situations.
Contract Management
Marketplace Operations Support Team Trainer
Connect For Health Colorado
06.2016 - 07.2017
Maintain certification with Staff Development Center
Utilize State's training material to successfully train system users per guidelines set by Staff Development Center
Develop and deliver program specific training.
Act as liaison to partners/stakeholders
Create and conduct up-training for staff as needed.
Troubleshoot system issues and consult with necessary vendors to resolve.
Escalation POC
Collaborate with Connect for Health Service Center and other internal and external partners.
Collect and manage over time schedules and responsible for submitting CBMS (Colorado State Eligibility Program) certification for new staff and necessary revocation for terminated employees.
Assignment of work to staff
Daily reporting
Trained other employees in customer service, eligibility determination, and performance requirements.
Taught new team members correct procedures for all areas of operations.
Maintained current knowledge of all team position requirements.
Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
Mentored junior employees to improve performance, call handling, and customer service.
Designed and executed training programs for new and existing staff members to provide knowledge, skills and techniques in performing tasks.
Produced training materials and gathered resources to equip staff with learning opportunities.
Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.
Established and maintained quality control standards.
Lead Enrollment and Eligibility Processor
Access Management For Connect For Health
07.2015 - 06.2016
Process all required work per the Colorado Access MA contract, related policies and procedures and State and Federal rules
Utilized State's Assistance Eligibility system to enter data and process all applications to determine eligibility while holding highest regards to accuracy, quality, security and privacy of CBMS
Training for Peak, compounded income and APTC
Maintained detailed and accurate records between multiple databases and programs.
Conducted financial screening and documentation gathering for clients to determine qualification for assistance programs.
Assisted applicants with Disability Applications per SSA criteria.
Troubleshoot problematic cases and submit Help Desk Tickets to State of Colorado if necessary.
Checked documentation for accuracy and validity on updated systems.
Maintained confidentiality of member information per HIPPAA
Escalation point of contact
Verified client information by analyzing existing evidence on file.
Collaborate with Connect for Health Service Center representatives to resolve eligibility determination issues.
Complete all tasks related to case maintenance on all APTC cases, which include mixed APTC and Medicaid or CHP+ households within turn-around time s and productivity standards
Collect and manage over time schedules and responsible for submitting CBMS paperwork for new staff and revocation paperwork for employees whose employment ended
Investigated issues and created solutions for members.
Distribute work assignments
Daily work report
Data Entry
Customer Service
ELIGIBILITY SPECIALIST
EXPRESS PROS/State Of Colorado Contract
11.2014 - 06.2015
Customer Service via inbound calls
Case maintenance for APTC eligible cases ensuring Volume 8 rules are followed as well as rules for APTC
Resolved discrepancies with client applications to verify eligibility.
Communicated with people from various cultures and backgrounds on application process.
Data Entered all required information and verify authenticity of verification to determine eligibility
Followed guidelines when reviewing applicant data to determine eligibility for economic assistance.
Assisted clients with accurate eligibility form, application and document completion.
Reviewed applications for different aid programs and determined which qualification criteria for individuals.
Facilitated information and resource exchanges with external agencies to progress client applications.
Assignment of special projects
Case research
Access and knowledge of all necessary programs for both MA and Connect for Health including CBMS, MMIS, On Demand, SAVE, Service Portal, OCX, and Cloud
Case maintenance and corrections via phone
Responsible for processing applications with special circumstances
Built relationships with diverse stakeholders to achieve successful program implementation.
Customer Service Lead
MAXIMUS Through Randstad/MMC For State Of Colorado
03.2013 - 11.2014
Generate and distribute Tip of morning/afternoon based off of trends.
Morning walk through for attendance and dress code
Create and implement documents for ongoing training.
Conduct QAs for team and provide coaching if needed.
Assist with new training classes/integrate new hires to call center floor.
Manage queues and skillset priorities based off of business need.
Created and managed outbound call team
Supervise offsite Overflow Call center.
Assist with creating state requested desk guide/flip book.
Handled escalations either in person or over phone.
Provided assistance to Eligibility Department as needed.
Floor support for Call Center, fellow leads and management when necessary
Call Center contact for Human Resources and Health Colorado
Help Desk Tickets, Creditable Coverage Letters and Member Registration Letters
Peak Processing
Provide quality customer service while maintaining expectations set by department
Provide Service to Clients and Providers regarding eligibility of Medical Assistance Programs
Outbound calls to clients to inform of case status or outcome
CHP+, of Co-Worker Appreciation Day
Promoted to team lead of customer service for displaying outstanding enthusiasm and remaining calm in extremely trying situations.
Administrative Assistant
Remedy Staffing
03.2012 - 03.2013
Data entry, telephone management and filing
Assisted with recruiting and job placement
Registering and testing of new applicants
Other assignments included Department of Revenue project where main responsibilities included processing of large volumes of mail
Scheduling/Delivery Manager
Celebrity Foods Inc
02.2005 - 02.2010
Oversight of Remote Warehouses
Maintain and manage all Company Vehicles
Maintain good relationships with all vendors/negotiate contract renewals and truck leases
Schedules and Payroll for Drivers and Scheduling Department staff
Comply with all DOT regulations
Manage drivers company wide
Work closely with Management Team
Work closely with Warehouse manager and staff
Manage on average of 15-20 employees both onsite and remotely
Event coordinator
Outbound and inbound calls to clients to schedule delivery
Create routes for Drivers based off of delivery areas
Reschedule deliveries as needed
Surpassed monthly companywide goals regularly
Created Canvass department
Create training materials and train all department staff
Interview and Hire employees for local office
Manage 10-15 employees, scheduling of said employees and ongoing coaching as needed
Increased sales appointments
Managed resources effectively to avoid unnecessary delivery delays.
Supervised delivery staff and general productivity.
Oversaw remote warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Human Services
Community College of Denver
Denver, CO
2012
Skills
Efficient and Effective Communicator
Ongoing Process Improvement
Detailed and Organized
Staff Training and Development
Vendor Management
Negotiation
Management Team Leadership/ Team Building
Microsoft Office
10-Key by touch
45 WPM
Time Management
Customer Complaint Resolution with professional telephone etiquette
Marketing
Additional Information
Accomplishments , Medallion Award and High Honors Multiple Employee of the Month Awards Perfect Attendance Manager of the Year Multiple Team Recognition Awards
Timeline
Owner
CREATIVE BLESSINGS
05.2020 - Current
Training Lead
CONNECT FOR HEALTH
05.2019 - 05.2020
Marketplace Operations Support Team Supervisor/Supervising Trainer
Connect For Health Colorado
07.2017 - 05.2019
Marketplace Operations Support Team Trainer
Connect For Health Colorado
06.2016 - 07.2017
Lead Enrollment and Eligibility Processor
Access Management For Connect For Health
07.2015 - 06.2016
ELIGIBILITY SPECIALIST
EXPRESS PROS/State Of Colorado Contract
11.2014 - 06.2015
Customer Service Lead
MAXIMUS Through Randstad/MMC For State Of Colorado