To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
FAS II
Dakota County
West St Paul, MN
07.2014 - Current
Determine eligibility for multiple public assistance programs, complete interviews, and review and verify information received from multiple sources.
Review household information periodically to ensure accurate ongoing eligibility.
Communicate program rules and requirements, benefit levels, expectations, and timelines to customers.
Calculate benefit amounts per county, state, and federal program guidelines.
Data entry into multiple state and county computer systems.
Provide case management on individual or team caseload.
Provide services by assessing and determining financial assistance program eligibility.
Coordinate services by collaborating with staff and external service providers.
Reassess clients' needs and eligibility criteria to determine continued program eligibility and ensure their well-being as required or needed.
Represent the agency in administrative-type settings related to program eligibility, including appeals.
Represent the agency in internal and external work groups and advisory committees, document and prepare presentations.
Provide training on programs, work methods, and procedures to other agency staff.
Demonstrates commitment to support cultural diversity County wide and actively supports County's diversity initiatives, and works to address the needs of diverse and underserved communities.
Medical Insurance Specialist
Nystrom & Associates
New Brighton, MN
08.2012 - 06.2014
Maintained high standards of customer service by building relationships with clients.
Made contact with insurance carriers to discuss policies and individual patient benefits.
Assured timely verification of insurance benefits prior to patient procedures or appointments.
Communicated verification and authorization status updates
Facilitate decision-making for patient admissions and insurance coverage.
Obtained updated contact information from all subjects and verified data for accuracy.
Human Resources AAS
St Paul College
01.2004 - 05.2008
Schools
Cretin Derham Hall
01.1994 - 01.1998
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Human Resources
St Paul College
MN
05.2008
Skills
Comprehensive knowledge of computer software and information systems
Knowledge of investigative interviewing techniques
Possess strong customer service skills to effectively communicate with both internal and external customers
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, including composing comprehensive and concise case notes
Ability to work both independently and as a team member
Ability to work under stress and use discretion in making decisions
Ability to prioritize work according to client and agency needs
Ability to effectively keyboard and manage electronic documents