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LAVONIA HAMMONDS

Vidalia,GA

Summary

Customer-focused Call Representative with background in managing customer queries and resolving issues promptly. Possess strong communication skills, problem-solving ability, and knowledge of CRM tools. Significant impact on enhancing customer satisfaction levels in previous roles through proactive resolution of concerns and complaints.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Call Representative

Dynata
Vidalia, GA
07.2024 - Current
  • Analyzed data collected and identified trends in survey responses.
  • Conducted in-person and telephone surveys to obtain demographic information from respondents.
  • Developed interview questions to ensure accuracy of survey results.
  • Provided technical support to survey participants during the process.

PCA

Rescare Homecare
Vidalia, GA
03.2019 - Current
  • Provided personal care assistance to elderly and disabled individuals in their homes, including bathing, dressing, grooming, transferring, toileting and feeding.
  • Assisted clients with medication management by reminding them to take medications on time as prescribed by the doctor.
  • Maintained accurate records of client care services provided on a daily basis.
  • Helped patients to perform range-of-motion exercises as instructed by physical therapists or other healthcare professionals.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties such as changing bed linens, doing laundry, washing dishes and vacuuming carpets.
  • Accompanied clients to doctor's appointments and outings when necessary.
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to elderly clients experiencing loneliness or depression.
  • Educated families about proper nutrition for their loved ones in order to maintain good health.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations according to established protocols.
  • Ensured safety of patients by using appropriate lifting techniques while assisting them with mobility activities.
  • Transported clients from one location to another in an efficient manner.
  • Prepared meals according to dietary guidelines set forth by the physician or dietitian.
  • Managed household duties such as grocery shopping and errand running for clients who are unable to do so themselves.
  • Assisted patients with recreational activities such as reading books or playing board games.

Customer Service Representative

NexRep
Vidalia, GA
01.2023 - 05.2024
  • Providing customer service via online chat or telephone call. Providing a positive experience for the customer that leads to a positive and satisfactory outcome for the client. Handles all inquiries with professionalism.
  • Provided excellent customer service to resolve customer complaints in a timely manner.
  • Assisted with the review and reconciliation of payroll data, including timesheets, deductions, and other related information.
  • Processed payroll for up to 30 employees weekly using specialized software.
  • Reviewed employee tax forms to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
  • Performed calculations to ensure accuracy of all salary payments.
  • Resolved discrepancies in employee paychecks on an individual basis.

Customer Service Team Lead (Hybrid)

TurboTax
Vidalia, GA
11.2021 - 10.2022
  • provided excellent customer service to 100+customers per month leading to a 30% improvement in customer satisfaction ratings.succesfully troubleshooted customer inquiries resulting in a 90% first call resolution. Answered questions and concerns regarding turbotax products and software

· Set attainable daily, weekly and monthly goals and game plans for the grievance department.

· Cross-trained new team members, resulting in 17% increase in customer satisfaction ratings from the time I was hired.

· Engaged with customers through live chat, email, and phone with the goal of establishing a relationship and ensuring they feel satisfied with the service they received before ending the interaction.

· Successfully multitasked while navigating various functions of the companies service management system.

· Volunteered to handle complaints and issues for manager during busy time periods and work some overnight shifts as needed

Customer Service Representative

Qualfon careers
Vidalia, GA
01.2020 - 05.2021
  • Delivered engaging interactions with customers via phone or email chat to ensure they recieved a positive experience. Helped customers with my extensive knowledge of products in a caring and friendly way. analyzed and investigated customer complaints to resolution status . adhered to all company policies and standards.
  • · Maintained a customer resolution rate of 95% over my tenure with the company.
  • · Upheld quality control policies and procedures to increase customer satisfaction.
  • · Participated in ongoing proprietary product trainings and certifications to become more of an asset and advance my knowledge in problem solving, CRM software, and customer service.
  • · Led team engagement to assist cross-functional departments and achieve goals.

Education

High School Diploma -

St. James Academy,
Fort Pierce Florida
05-2005

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Customer Correspondence
  • CRM Software
  • Call handling
  • Account Management
  • Account Security
  • Issue and Complaint Resolution
  • Working efficiently within a remote setting
  • Call Documentation
  • 55 wpm Typing Speed
  • Microsoft Teams
  • Microsoft Office
  • Problem Resolution
  • Call Center Environments
  • Google Suite
  • Project Management

Timeline

Call Representative

Dynata
07.2024 - Current

Customer Service Representative

NexRep
01.2023 - 05.2024

Customer Service Team Lead (Hybrid)

TurboTax
11.2021 - 10.2022

Customer Service Representative

Qualfon careers
01.2020 - 05.2021

PCA

Rescare Homecare
03.2019 - Current

High School Diploma -

St. James Academy,
LAVONIA HAMMONDS