Summary
Overview
Work History
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Certification
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Clara Salas

86-35 Queens Blvd. #4d Elmhurst,NY

Summary

Personable Poll Worker experienced in preparing, cleaning and closing down polling stations. Proven vote checking and logging skills, helping voters submit ballots correctly. Accomplishes both individual and group tasks effectively. Results-driven candidate with successful track record of providing administrative support in busy office environments. Adept at handling multiple projects and prioritizing tasks.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Election Poll Worker # 529515

Board Of Elections In The City Of New York
09.2021 - Current
  • Addressed voter questions and concerns.
  • Prepared, cleaned and maintained polling stations.
  • Opened and closed polling booths.
  • Attended appropriate training sessions and information briefings.
  • Maintained ballot secrecy and confidentiality.
  • Posted signs, instructions and statutory notices for incoming voters to see.
  • Issued and collected voter ballot papers.
  • Checked elector identification and eligibility and marked elector numbers in register.
  • Marked elector numbers and ballot paper numbers in corresponding registers.
  • Reported progress and concerns to Duty Returning Officer and Presiding Officer.

Community Engagement Specialist/Test Trace Corps.

NYC Health & Hospital Corporation
07.2020 - 01.2021
  • Conducted surveys and analyzed data and prepared and maintained reports and records.
  • Engaged with larger campaigns to build deeply collaborative partnerships.
  • Developed and implemented community engagement requirements and programs.
  • Contributed to work plans, reports, success stories and other deliverables.
  • Coordinated and implemented various community engagement activities.
  • Built strong bonds with local cultural organizations by respecting unique differences and specific societal norms.
  • Conducted meetings with clergy, community leaders and organizational ally leadership.

Information & Referral Specialist - The Helpline

Archdioceses Of New York
07.2003 - 12.2019
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Called insurance companies to get precertification and other benefits information on behalf of patients.
  • Maintained accurate records on in-progress and completed referrals, ensuring full data integrity throughout process.
  • Built professional relationships with service providers.
  • Partnered with other departments to provide top-notch service to clients.
  • Scheduled appointments with specialists on behalf of clients.
  • Notified and reminded clients of appointments.
  • Linked families to relevant community support to meet non-medical needs.
  • Obtained prior authorization for immigration procedures.

Education

Master of Social Work - Social Work

Fordham University School of Social Work
Lincon Center Campus, New York City
05.1977

Skills

  • Data entry proficiency
  • Strong work ethic
  • Team collaboration
  • Customer service orientation
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Resourcefulness
  • Patience and empathy
  • Attention to detail
  • Organizational skills
  • Active listening
  • Professional demeanor
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Computer literacy

Certification

NYS Certified Notary Public since 9/23/2013.

Timeline

Election Poll Worker # 529515

Board Of Elections In The City Of New York
09.2021 - Current

Community Engagement Specialist/Test Trace Corps.

NYC Health & Hospital Corporation
07.2020 - 01.2021

Information & Referral Specialist - The Helpline

Archdioceses Of New York
07.2003 - 12.2019

Master of Social Work - Social Work

Fordham University School of Social Work
Clara Salas