Candace Johnson
Spring Valley,CA
Summary
Enthusiastic worker who is a fast learner and can deliver results quickly. Organized and efficient in a fast-paced environment, communicating effectively at all organizational levels. Demonstrated ability to build trusting relationships with peers, superiors, and clients. Ability to think critically, solve problems, plan and organize activities and deliver excellent customer service. Excellent technical and organizational skills to excel under deadline and workload pressures.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Legal Support Assistant I
County Of San Diego - Public Defender
El Cajon, CA
05.2021 - Current
- Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes.
- Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality and extreme discretion.
- Developed positive working relationship with courts, clients, law enforcement members and attorneys.
- Filed court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf of attorneys.
Processor I
Aldridge Pite, LLP
San Diego, CA
02.2019 - 04.2021
- Received and reviewed incoming documents and materials. Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
- Entered data into computer tracking system and filed paperwork according to procedures.
- Researched and resolved discrepancies to maintain accuracy.
- Communicated with Processing Supervisor if unable to achieve timeline or resolve error.
- Interacted regularly with peers and management to pursue continuous improvement of facility operations and promote teamwork-focused environment.
Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist
Alpine Special Treatment Center
Alpine, California
02.2017 - 08.2018
- Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
- Partnered with administrative leadership to improve discipline practices based on data findings.
- Facilitated smooth discharge by encouraging and reassuring clients throughout transitions.
Receptionist
San Diego Post Acute
El Cajon, California
06.2016 - 12.2016
- Provided clerical support to company employees, including copying, faxing and file management.
- Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities and communicate management instruction.
- Answered inquiries and addressed, resolved or escalated issues to management personnel to ensure client satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
San Diego Christian College
Santee, California05.2016
Paralegal Studies
Eastern Gateway Community College
Steubenville, OH01.2023
Skills
- Good organizational skills
- Strong work ethic
- Exceptional communication skills
- People-oriented
- MS Windows proficient
- Client relations strength
- Time management
- 90 wpm
Certification
- Notary Public
- Commission Number: 2342743
Timeline
Legal Support Assistant I
County Of San Diego - Public Defender
05.2021 - Current
Processor I
Aldridge Pite, LLP
02.2019 - 04.2021
Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist
Alpine Special Treatment Center
02.2017 - 08.2018
Receptionist
San Diego Post Acute
06.2016 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
San Diego Christian College
Paralegal Studies
Eastern Gateway Community College
- Notary Public
- Commission Number: 2342743
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