Djaton Ward
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dynamic employee with a track record in leading teams and optimizing workforce performance. Skilled in talent acquisition, employee relations, and HR policy development. Strategic approach to fostering positive workplace cultures and ensuring compliance. Passionate about enhancing employee engagement and driving impactful HR initiatives.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Advocate
Advocate Health
Oak Brook, IL
06.2019 - Current
- Screened patients for eligibility for state, local and federal assistance programs.
- Counseled patients on potential financial liabilities and payment requirements.
- Identified areas where processes could be improved in order to optimize efficiency.
- Reported liabilities and risk management concerns to supervisor for review.
- Collaborated with medical staff to determine the best plan of action for resolving billing disputes.
HR Business Partner
Ross Stores
Hobart, IN
01.2011 - 06.2019
- Successfully sourced, screened, and on-boarded diverse talent for various roles, enhancing organizational performance and reducing time-to-hire by 25%.
- Managed employee relations by facilitating communication, resolving conflicts, and maintaining a positive workplace culture to ensure high levels of employee engagement.
- Developed and implemented HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with labor laws and regulatory requirements, while improving employee satisfaction and retention.
- Designed and conducted training programs to enhance employee skills and knowledge, resulting in over 20% improvement in productivity and reduced turnover.
- Led compensation and benefits strategy, including salary benchmarking and health/welfare benefits administration, driving cost-effective and competitive packages that attract top talent.
Education
MBA - Human Resources
DeVry University
Lisle, ILBachelor of Science - Technical Management
DeVry University
Lisle, ILAssociate of Applied Science - Accounting And Business Management
Robert Morris University - Illinois
Chicago, ILSkills
- Talent Acquisition
- Employee Relations
- HR Policy Development & Compliance
- Training & Development
- Compensation & Benefits Administration
- HR information Systems (HRIS)
- Diversity, Equity & Management
- Performance Management
Accomplishments
- Graduated from Advocate's Emerging Leader Program
Timeline
Financial Advocate
Advocate Health
06.2019 - Current
HR Business Partner
Ross Stores
01.2011 - 06.2019
MBA - Human Resources
DeVry University
Bachelor of Science - Technical Management
DeVry University
Associate of Applied Science - Accounting And Business Management
Robert Morris University - Illinois
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