Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong attention to detail, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Customer Associate
Fidelity Investments
Omaha, NE
07.2023 - Current
Provide customer-obsessed service to 401(k) plan participants
Ensure procedures are followed to safeguard both the plan participants and Fidelity
Utilize tools and resources to make appropriate account changes, initiate transactions, and research customer issues or concerns
Follow the STRIVE call model to ensure a controlled call flow, and timely outcomes
Meet performance metrics such as average call handle time, schedule adherence, quality evaluations, and customer experience survey results
Family Home Program Consultant
Boys Town
Boys Town, NE
02.2020 - 12.2022
Supervised the services provided to youth in family-style residential setting
Developed the skills of Family Teachers and Assistant Family Teachers by observing behavioral modification teaching interactions, providing feedback, and providing consultation
Provided 24/7 on-call coverage for crisis response and intervention, including self-harm screens and safety assessments
Interviewed youth during admission, as well as used safety and risk screening tools to help determine level of risk and to create goals
Maintained regular contact with families and agency consumers, as well as facilitated Treatment Team Meetings
Prepared and submitted service plans, progress reports, discharge reports, and post-discharge recommendations
Monitored youth’s progress towards goals by reviewing Motivations System, point card data, school performance, family contact, and medical/psychological needs
Oversaw home operations for compliance, safety, and budgets, and to ensure licensing requirements were met and maintained
Created and reviewed staff development plans for Family Teachers and Assistant Family Teachers
Encouraged family engagement and advocated for children and families
In-Home Family Services Consultant
Boys Town
Boys Town, PA
10.2017 - 02.2020
Provided in-home interventions to children and families utilizing the Boys Town Model
Taught parenting skills, independent living skills, social skills, behavior modification techniques, and accessing community resources and supports
Provided screening and assessment to identify areas of need
Maintained regular, direct contact with families and provided 24/7 on-call support for crisis intervention
Prepared and submitted service plans, case notes, incident reports, mileage reports, and monthly reports
Monitored family’s progress in attainment of goals
Developed and maintained effective working relationships with families, case managers, legal parties, and other service providers
Utilized own vehicle to travel to various locations with families, including their home, school, court, or other community organizations
Worked with individuals from various backgrounds including cultural, socio-economic, and educational levels
Data Entry Operator
Remedy Intelligent Staffing, Bank of the West
Omaha, NE
06.2016 - 05.2017
Entered credit card and loan applications into system, ensuring accuracy and detail
Generated new consumer loans and credit card applications submitted via alternative delivery channels (fax, email, and mail)
Assisted business partners and customers by providing information for non-deed related loan products
Maintained knowledge of all product and services sold by the department in order to respond to branch and customer inquiries
Provided administrative support to department by handling mail and fax routing, imaging of documents, updating opt out data bases, filing and other clerical duties
Direct Care Provider
Self-employed
Omaha, NE
05.2015 - 07.2016
Provided supervision, safety, and care as needed for an adult with Down syndrome in my home
Duties included administering daily medications, helping prepare meals, doing laundry, assisting with cleaning and personal care
Took client into the community for shopping, doctor’s appointments, and recreation
Modeled and encouraged appropriate behaviors
Customer Solutions Agent/Teammate
PayPal
La Vista, NE
07.2011 - 04.2015
Responded to inbound phone and occasional email customer service requests
Primarily assisted new PayPal customers with account setup, usage, and onboarding
Recommended additional products or services to enhance experience
Assisted customers with buying tools, selling tools, account issues, and computer/website troubleshooting
Conducted account research to determine and execute solutions, evaluate risk, and build long-lasting customer relationships
Documented customer interactions or transactions in PayPal system
Exceeded established service goals while leveraging customer service and employee management best practices
Mentored new hire employees by teaching and modeling best practices, answered questions, and guided new hires to success in their position
Ensured compliance with financial regulations, banking laws, and customer confidentiality
Child & Family Services Specialist
Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services
Omaha, NE
06.2009 - 09.2009
Investigated allegations of child abuse and neglect
Assessed the safety and needs of clients
Documented case information using computer programs: N-FOCUS, MS Office, Lotus Notes, NDEN and other programs as needed for the case process
Worked with law enforcement, the court system, and other community resources
EMS Technician/Para-Professional Worker
Lincoln Fire & Rescue
Lincoln, NE
12.2007 - 08.2008
Organized forms received from paramedics and firefighters to prepare reports to send to billing company electronically
Assisted with billing projects for insurance and collections and contacted hospitals for patient information
Gained intermediate knowledge of fire and EMS technology and procedures through work duties
Disability Adjudicator
State of Nebraska - Disability Determinations
Lincoln, NE
09.2005 - 12.2007
Investigated and adjudicated disability claims for the state of Nebraska
Contacted claimants, family and friends, doctors, psychologists and other medical professionals to obtain information regarding the claim
Reviewed and analyzed medical and psychological records, applied federal guidelines, and produced reports, requiring extensive knowledge of medical terminology
Correctional Officer
Nebraska State Penitentiary
Lincoln, NE
01.2005 - 09.2005
Enforced resident behavior management protocols and drafted incident reports for infractions
Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas, as well as pat-down searches of inmates
Supervised inmates during meal time, recreation time, and work-site performance
Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities
Conducted inmate counts, distribute medications, and enforce rules and regulations
Operated equipment such as control panels, radios, state vehicles, and firearms
Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct, and signs of conflict