Experienced individual providing high-quality administrative support to various departments. Highly organized and detail-oriented with great multitasking and task prioritization skills.
Hi, I’m
Karen Palacios
Licensed After School Childcare Center Director
Lynwood,CA
Summary
Overview
16
years of professional experience
5
Certification
1
Language
Work History
New City Church
Children's Ministry Director
11.2013 - Current
Job overview
- Kept program children safe and secure at all times with proactive monitoring strategies.
- Worked with directors and board members to develop lesson plans and special events for children.
- Built, managed and upgraded K-5th grade educational program.
- Identified and recruited potential volunteer workers.
- Supervised children from ages 3months to 12 years.
- Vetted volunteers and interested parties for criminal history or issues risking children.
- Offered individual attention for children dealing with learning, emotional or home problems.
- Prepared, coordinated and distributed information about yearly schedule of activities and classes.
- Conducted safety and wellness inspections of facilities and sanitized toys and surfaces.
New City Church
New City Kids Care (Licensed After School Program)
03.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Adhere to regulations from Community Care State Licensing Department.
- Established an after-school program from the ground up.
USI Logistics
Accounting and Account Sales Specialist
12.2022 - 03.2023
Job overview
- Handled stressful situations professionally and multitasked with ease
- Captured sales through effective and persuasive communication skills to overcome objections
- Billing Customer, AR, and Onboarding new Customers.
- Oversaw daily operations of a busy office environment, ensuring tasks were completed efficiently and accurately.
- Generated accounts payable reports for management review to aid in financial and business decision making.
MBF Transportation/ONL
Administrative Assistant/Billing & Safety
03.2016 - 12.2022
Job overview
- Created and maintained detailed administrative processes and procedures to drive efficiency and accuracy.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Streamlined invoice processing procedures to ensure timely payment of vendors while minimizing errors in financial records.
- Recorded new hires, transfers, terminations, changes in job classifications and merit increases to main human resources files.
MBC Systems
Collector/Medical Billing Support/Clerical
06.2008 - 03.2016
Job overview
- Met weekly billing and collections quotas by diligently pursuing payments
- Mitigated system errors with proactive verification of billing information
- Collaborated with team members to achieve monthly targets, promoting a positive work environment and boosting overall productivity.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Education
Saddleback CollegeMission Viejo, CA
Associate of Arts from Site Supervisor Permit
12.2024
University Overview
Hope International UniversityFullerton, CA
Certificate of Ministry & Leadership of Biblical Studies from 20 Classes
01.2016
University Overview
CSULBLong Beach, CA
Transferred-Some College Credits Math Education
06.2007
University Overview
East Los Angeles CollegeLos Angeles, CA
CSU Transferable (39 Units) from Liberal Arts And General Studies
06.2007
University Overview
Lynwood High SchoolLynwood, CA
High School Diploma
01.2002
University Overview
Skills
- Ability to multitask & problem solve
- Positive and professional
- Time Management
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- MS Office
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Volunteer Recruitment
- Sunday School Instruction
- Administrative Support
- Faith formation
- Strong Organization Skills
- Ministry Outreach Activities
References
References
References Available Upon RequestCertification
- CNP - Certified Notary Public
- Adults & Infants CPR/First Aide Certified
- Mandated Reporter Certified
- Pest Integrated Certified
- EAMS Preventative Health, Safety, and Nutrition (16 Hr Course Certified)
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Availability
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Quote
Nothing is a waste of time if you use the experience wisely.
Timeline
New City Kids Care (Licensed After School Program)
New City Church
03.2023 - Current
Accounting and Account Sales Specialist
USI Logistics
12.2022 - 03.2023
Administrative Assistant/Billing & Safety
MBF Transportation/ONL
03.2016 - 12.2022
Children's Ministry Director
New City Church
11.2013 - Current
Collector/Medical Billing Support/Clerical
MBC Systems
06.2008 - 03.2016
Saddleback College
Associate of Arts from Site Supervisor Permit
Hope International University
Certificate of Ministry & Leadership of Biblical Studies from 20 Classes
CSULB
Transferred-Some College Credits Math Education
East Los Angeles College
CSU Transferable (39 Units) from Liberal Arts And General Studies
Lynwood High School
High School Diploma