Celia Miranda
La Grange Park,IL
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
ASYLUM OFFICER GS0930
Citizenship and Immigration Services
Chicago, IL
11.2023 - Current
- Conduct detailed interviews with asylum seekers to gather essential information.
- Review Form I-589 and supporting documentation for completeness.
- Assess credibility of applicants' claims based on established criteria.
- Determine eligibility for asylum by applying relevant legal standards.
- Evaluate applicants against the definition of a 'refugee' under immigration law.
- Consider country condition evidence and human rights reports in decision-making process.
- Draft comprehensive decisions outlining findings and rationale.
- Grant, refer or deny asylum applications based on factual evidence and legal compliance.
SOCIAL INSURANCE CLAIMS SPECIALIST
Social Security Administration
Chicago, IL
03.2009 - 11.2023
- Reviewed and evaluated applications for social insurance disability benefits.
- Verified eligibility requirements and documentation for claims processing.
- Calculated benefit amounts using established formulas and regulations.
- Processed approvals, denials, and benefit payments efficiently.
- Collected and analyzed medical records alongside supporting evidence.
- Conducted interviews with claimants and healthcare providers to gather information.
- Investigated potential fraud or inconsistencies within claims.
- Maintained detailed case files and documentation for compliance.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
St. Xavier University
Chicago, IL05-1998
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite
- Fluent in Spanish
- Translation skills (English to Spanish and Spanish to English)
Acknowledgements
Featured in Oct 13, 2003 edition of Crain’s Chicago
Timeline
ASYLUM OFFICER GS0930
Citizenship and Immigration Services
11.2023 - Current
SOCIAL INSURANCE CLAIMS SPECIALIST
Social Security Administration
03.2009 - 11.2023
Bachelor of Arts -
St. Xavier University