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Karen Kelly

Duncan,SC

Summary

Experienced individual seeking the opportunity to utilize skillset to maximize professional potential and serve as an asset to the organization.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Human Resources Coordinator

Home Instead
Spartanburg, SC
08.2021 - 03.2022
  • Facilitated employee relations by addressing inquiries and resolving workplace issues.
  • Assisted candidates with application processes by answering questions about application, performing background checks, providing I-9 forms and handling drug screening paperwork.
  • Organized employee recognition programs to boost morale among staff members.
  • Prepared documents for termination processes such as exit interviews and severance packages.
  • Assisted in employee recruitment, hiring and interview processes.

Retail Store Manager

Once Upon A Child
Spartanburg, SC
02.2016 - 07.2021
  • Responsible for daily operations of the store including audits, performance reports, check and balance of store finances, and management of all associates
  • Facilitated training for all staff, conducted hiring interviews, and fostered a safe work climate
  • Utilized social media and visual merchandising techniques to enhance the customer experience

Full-time Child Care Provider

The Brown Family
Greenville, SC
10.2012 - 08.2015
  • Assisted with feeding infants and toddlers during meal times.
  • Managed children's calendars and transported them to all appointments and events.

Substitute Teacher

Spartanburg County School District 5
Duncan, SC
08.2010 - 05.2012
  • Left notes for head teacher about notable students, events and problems.
  • Provided classroom instruction following regular teacher's lesson plans.
  • Created an environment conducive to learning while managing challenging behaviors.
  • Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.

Administrative Assistant

Psychiatric Associates
Spartanburg, SC
02.1993 - 03.1996
  • Maintained front desk to provide a positive first impression.
  • Scheduled and confirmed appointments with patients.
  • Contacted insurance providers to verify insurance information and obtain billing authorization.

Unit Coordinator

Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
Spartanburg, SC
03.1986 - 03.1993
  • Coordinated patient transfers between units and other facilities.
  • Assisted in the development of unit policies and procedures.
  • Scheduled appointments, tests, and procedures in alignment with healthcare provider recommendations and patient needs.

Education

Associate of Science - Medical Ward Secretary

Spartanburg Community College
Spartanburg, SC
05-1986

High School Diploma -

Dorman High School
Spartanburg, SC
05-1984

Skills

  • Onboarding Training
  • Scheduling
  • Workflow management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Task delegation
  • Performance evaluation
  • Time management
  • Team collaboration

Timeline

Human Resources Coordinator

Home Instead
08.2021 - 03.2022

Retail Store Manager

Once Upon A Child
02.2016 - 07.2021

Full-time Child Care Provider

The Brown Family
10.2012 - 08.2015

Substitute Teacher

Spartanburg County School District 5
08.2010 - 05.2012

Administrative Assistant

Psychiatric Associates
02.1993 - 03.1996

Unit Coordinator

Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
03.1986 - 03.1993

Associate of Science - Medical Ward Secretary

Spartanburg Community College

High School Diploma -

Dorman High School
Karen Kelly