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JACKIE K. VAN DE WINKLE

Michigan

Summary

Results-oriented Client Service Director with a robust background in Workers’ Compensation. Proven success in developing strategic partnerships, enhancing service delivery, and achieving significant cost savings through innovative claims resolution. Committed to aligning services with client objectives and mentoring teams to foster a culture of excellence.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Client Service Director

Sedgwick
04.2023 - Current
  • Drives strong client partnerships and measurable results across multiple accounts through strategic, client-focused leadership
  • Identify opportunities to expand services and deepen client relationships
  • Lead, mentor, and develop record setting achievements for renewed client trust
  • Serve as a strategic advisor to clients, aligning services with evolving business goals
  • Partner cross-functionally to support revenue growth and client success
  • Design and deliver custom engagement and quality training programs
  • Create, coordinate and present monthly quality reviews to clients

Team Supervisor – Workers’ Compensation

Sedgwick
10.2013 - 03.2023

· Managed a team adjusting claims for 106 clients in 27 jurisdictions

Developed colleague engagement training for quality control throughout the year.

· Coached each member of the team weekly to reach company and individual goals

· Created quarterly reports of team's objective performance for senior management utilizing various applications

Ensured compliance with state laws for all claims and made training adjustments.

· Coordinated custom training for the team utilizing defense attorneys and state resources

· Engaged peers annually to come together outside of work in an activity intended for personal exchanges and team bonding

· Managed integrated program communications to ensure accuracy

Manage and resolve escalations from clients, claimants, and other departments to maintain service quality.

New Client Implementation Coordinator

Sedgwick
05.2012 - 07.2012

05/2012 - 07/2012

Created resource allocation plan to effectively manage claims overflow

Coordinated scheduling and activities of volunteer employees to optimize program support

Designed training materials to enhance program effectiveness for volunteers

Honored by Regional Manager for exemplary performance in role

Resolution Team Supervisor

Sedgwick
01.2009 - 04.2012
  • Achieved $107.5M in reserve savings through strategic claim resolution
  • Developed and launched Medicare Conditional Lien resolution process, enhancing compliance and efficiency
  • Resolved 1,568 Social Security number cases, streamlining claims processing
  • Achieved annual executive-level recognition for outstanding contributions to claims resolution

Integrated Disability Manager

Sedgwick
12.2002 - 12.2008
  • Managed Disability, FMLA, and Workers’ Compensation programs, providing insights and results to client leadership.
  • Managed team operations to ensure effective claims processing and customer support.
  • Developed training programs to enhance staff skills and service delivery.
  • Collaborated with departments to streamline workflow and improve communication.

Education

Master of Business Administration -

Central Michigan University

Bachelor of Arts - Health Administration

University of Michigan

Certified in Training Design & Development -

University of Michigan

Workers’ Compensation License -

Skills

  • Executive Client Engagement
  • Client Onboarding Programs
  • Client Compliance Oversight
  • Client Risk Management
  • Escalation Resolution
  • Risk Mitigation
  • Strategic Problem Solving
  • Performance Management
  • Team Development
  • Coaching
  • Compliance
  • Knowledge Transfer

Timeline

Client Service Director

Sedgwick
04.2023 - Current

Team Supervisor – Workers’ Compensation

Sedgwick
10.2013 - 03.2023

New Client Implementation Coordinator

Sedgwick
05.2012 - 07.2012

Resolution Team Supervisor

Sedgwick
01.2009 - 04.2012

Integrated Disability Manager

Sedgwick
12.2002 - 12.2008

Master of Business Administration -

Central Michigan University

Bachelor of Arts - Health Administration

University of Michigan

Certified in Training Design & Development -

University of Michigan

Workers’ Compensation License -

JACKIE K. VAN DE WINKLE