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De'Shonda Schofield

Wagener,SC

Summary

Dedicated Administrative with a solid background in high-volume office environments focused on delivering exceptional customer service for professionals. An upbeat individual with a friendly demeanor and sound judgment to handle diverse daily tasks with minimal oversight. Well-versed in Microsoft Office Suites, WMS, BlueYonder, AS400, QAD, TMS, and ERP systems. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adapt at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Claims Customer Service Advocate II/(FSA,HSA,HRA,)

BlueCross BlueShield of SC
Columbia , SC
11.2023 - Current
  • Managed incoming calls from customers in a professional manner.
  • Response promptly to customer inquiries by telephone or electronically.
  • Performed follow-up procedures after customer service interaction was completed.
  • Provided accurate, valid, and complete information to customers in a timely manner.
  • Attend meetings on changes in processes that affect the organization's ability to provide excellent service.
  • Handles escalated calls for front-line associates to address complex issues and restore customer satisfaction.
  • Utilized problem solving skills to resolve customer issues quickly and efficiently.
  • Developed relationships with customers through friendly conversations.
  • Adhered to all company guidelines when interacting with customers.

• View and process claims submitted via the portal.

approval.

• Explain the different accounts to members for a • • more in-depth insight

  • Consulted with customers to resolve service and billing iissues.
  • Adjust customers accounts and refund money to resolve customers' service or billing complaints.
  • Provide provider calls on behalf of members
  • Research to identify underlying causes and determine ways to prevent and correct such causes.
  • Identifies and report potential fraud situations.
  • Research and responds to complex customer inquiries, ensuring that business standards for timeliness, productivity are met.
  • Ensures claims are processed and payment is received according to customers accounts.
  • Provides feedback to management regarding customers issues.
  • Follow through on complaints until resolved or report to management as needed.
  • Maintain steadfast commitment of procedures and policies.

Administrative Assistant

Town of Wagener
Wagener, SC
12.2021 - 08.2023
  • Assisting in maintaining and updating official municipal records, including vital statistics, census data, and other public documents.
  • Processing and issuing various licenses and permits, such as business licenses, and other permits required by the town.
  • Providing information and assistance to the public, both in person and via phone or email, regarding town services and procedures.
  • Maintaining organized records and filing systems for various town documents and information.
  • Assisting with the preparation of meeting, agendas minutes, and other materials for town board and committee meetings. Prepare documents for court proceedings.
  • Provide notary public services to the public.
  • Issue water bills monthly
  • Collect water and Electric payments to post to customer accounts.
  • Settle billing disputes
  • Reconcile bank deposits
  • Correlate with IT dept to ensure systems are running accurately
  • Assist with processing payroll
  • Collect payments for traffic

Warehouse Lead/Administrative Clerk

Spirit Logistics
Atlanta, SC
12.2020 - 12.2021
  • Performed office automation duties using email, desktop publishing and spreadsheets.
  • Maintained records and personnel files to drive administration and office support.
  • Monitored logs and work records to track and manage reports, inventory and supplies.
  • Updated employee paperwork and records.
  • Delivered helpful and kind customer service to guests, maintaining composure in stressful situations to maximize customer satisfaction.
  • Answered office phone and emails to schedule appointments, answer questions and document information.
  • Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents to improve organizational workflow.
  • Oversaw office inventory by restocking supplies and submitting purchase orders.
  • Relayed important information to recipients and provided shipping documentation along with packages.
  • Collected and entered payment data into system, maintaining complete confidentiality and accuracy.
  • Prepared shipping packages by printing packing labels and verifying orders.
  • Contacted customers regarding account updates and potential problems.

Quality Control Specialist Pecialist

Crane Merchandising
Williston, SC
10.2009 - 11.2020
  • Collaborated closely with other departments such as sales or marketing to resolve complex customer issues quickly and efficiently.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of company products, services, policies, and procedures.
  • Researched customer inquiries using available resources such as FAQs and onlinforums.
  • Coordinated with third-party vendors when necessary for resolving escalated customer issues.
  • Identified areas of improvement in existing processes or procedures used for providing support services.
  • Prepared daily activity reports summarizing activities related to customer support requests.
  • Investigated customer complaints regarding product quality or service rendered.
  • Assisted in developing training materials related to new products or services being released.
  • Informed customers about billing procedures, processed payments, and provided payment option setup assistance.
  • Identified opportunities for improvement in existing processes based on customer feedback.
  • Maximized customer satisfaction by handling customer emails and telephone interactions.
  • Delivered fast, friendly and knowledgeable service for routine questions and service complaints.
  • Audited customer account information to identify issues and develop solutions.
  • Resolved issues with first call and escalated more complex issues to obtain necessary customer support.
  • Set up equipment for employee use, performing or properly installing cables, operating systems, or software.
  • Monitored trends in incoming requests from customers for identifying potential problems or opportunities for improvement.
  • Test vending machines for product accuracy.
  • Performed detailed inspections of incoming materials, ensuring they met the required standards.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management

Colorado Technical University/ Online
Colorado Springs, CO

Skills

  • Organizational Skills
  • Customer Service
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Critical Thinking
  • Relationship Building
  • Reliable & Trustworthy
  • Problem Resolution
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Supervision & Leadership
  • Microsoft Office
  • Training & Development
  • Good Work Ethic
  • Active Listening
  • Team Management
  • Team Building
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • People Skills

Accomplishments

  • Created a highly effective new program that significantly impacted efficiency and improved operations.
  • Promoted in less than 12 months.
  • Consistently maintained high customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Recoup monies owed from late or missed payments earning recognition from upper management and financial reward.
  • Recognized for Kudos & 3 World Class Calls
  • Recognized for September 2024 Employee of the month

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Claims Customer Service Advocate II/(FSA,HSA,HRA,)

BlueCross BlueShield of SC
11.2023 - Current

Administrative Assistant

Town of Wagener
12.2021 - 08.2023

Warehouse Lead/Administrative Clerk

Spirit Logistics
12.2020 - 12.2021

Quality Control Specialist Pecialist

Crane Merchandising
10.2009 - 11.2020

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management

Colorado Technical University/ Online
De'Shonda Schofield