Juliana Bengs
Fort Wayne,IN
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure a position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Aid Advisor
Purdue University Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne, IN
11.2018 - 06.2025
- Assisted students in understanding financial aid options and application processes.
- Processed financial aid applications accurately and efficiently using internal database systems.
- Provided support during financial literacy workshops, enhancing student knowledge on funding opportunities.
- Responded to inquiries regarding financial aid policies, ensuring clear communication of guidelines.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of federal and state financial aid regulations and requirements.
- Created informational materials to facilitate student understanding of available financial assistance programs.
- Documented interactions with students in compliance with institutional policies for record-keeping purposes.
- Ensured compliance with state, federal, and institutional regulations governing the distribution of financial aid by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of all relevant policies and procedures.
- Coordinated efforts with admissions office to ensure seamless integration of financial aid information into recruitment materials and events.
Foster Care Family Specialist
Josiah White's Residential and Family Services
Fort Wayne, IN
07.2014 - 10.2018
- Coordinated family support services to enhance communication and collaboration among stakeholders.
- Developed and implemented individualized service plans tailored to family needs and goals.
- Facilitated workshops to educate families on resources, parenting strategies, and community services.
- Conducted assessments to identify family strengths and challenges, guiding intervention strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic approaches in addressing family dynamics.
- Organized group workshops aimed at addressing common parenting challenges such as discipline techniques.
Admissions Counselor
National College
Fort Wayne, IN
03.2013 - 01.2014
- Developed personalized outreach strategies to enhance prospective student engagement.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of applications, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and standards.
- Coordinated campus tours and information sessions to promote programs and foster relationships with potential students.
- Mentored junior counselors, sharing best practices for effective admissions processes and candidate evaluation.
- Collaborated with academic departments to align program offerings with market demands and student interests.
- Enhanced applicant experience by providing personalized guidance and support throughout the admissions process.
Academic Advisor
Indiana Institute of Technology
Fort Wayne, IN
10.1999 - 10.2012
- Advised students on academic programs, ensuring alignment with educational goals and career aspirations.
- Developed and implemented personalized academic plans to enhance student progress and retention.
- Promoted campus resources such as tutoring services or counseling centers to help students overcome barriers to success.
- Assisted students in identifying career goals and aligning them with appropriate academic programs.
- Received and reviewed transcripts to determine transfer credits to specific programs.
- Managed caseloads effectively, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and importance while maintaining high-quality service delivery.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Elmhurst University
Elmhurst, IL01-1990
Enrolled in Education Courses - 15 Credit Hours of Education Course Work
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Fort Wayne, INSkills
- Eligibility guidelines
- Verification processes
- Payment plans
- Microsoft office
- Documentation
- Regulatory requirements
- Document tracking
Timeline
Financial Aid Advisor
Purdue University Fort Wayne
11.2018 - 06.2025
Foster Care Family Specialist
Josiah White's Residential and Family Services
07.2014 - 10.2018
Admissions Counselor
National College
03.2013 - 01.2014
Academic Advisor
Indiana Institute of Technology
10.1999 - 10.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Elmhurst University
Enrolled in Education Courses - 15 Credit Hours of Education Course Work
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana