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Mekaela McQuen

Des Moines,IA

Summary

Dedicated Customer Service professional with knowledge of service delivery and proven multitasking abilities. Committed to maintaining professional relationships to increase profitability and drive business results.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Service Specialist/Receptionist/Document Specialist

Robert Half Contract Assignment
04.2022 - 04.2023
  • Directed employees to assigned floor and answer general questions
  • Assisted with directing employees with badge issues to Security/Guard desk for assistance
  • Maintained lists of key floor contacts (On-site Command Center team, LOB Managers, PPMs) with contact information
  • Stocked various handouts such as placemats to distribute
  • Directed deliveries, vendors, maintenance, catering etc to correct location in building
  • Handled inbound calls and conducted outbound calls as necessary
  • Ensured visitor and sign-in process met company requirements
  • Addressed customer complaints and mitigated dissatisfaction by employing timely and on-point solutions.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
  • Enhanced productivity levels by anticipating needs and delivering outstanding support.
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Maintained confidentiality of information regarding clients and company.
  • Handled assignments independently with good judgement and critical thinking skills.

Virtual Outreach Counselor

Heartland Family Service
05.2020 - 12.2021

Primary focus was on Crisis Counseling Assistance and Training Program for COVID Recovery Iowa

  • Assisted patients over the phone and utilized communication skills to decide on how to best assist patients
  • Provided information through outbound emails and phone calls
  • Built trust with patients through social check-ins
  • Created social media posts for marketing and promotions of services on Instagram and Facebook
  • Assisted clients in exploring feelings and understanding behaviors.
  • Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
  • Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
  • Adapted counseling techniques to best suit individual needs of each client.

Team Leader

Casey's General Store
02.2019 - 04.2020
  • Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume, fast paced operations
  • Built loyal clientele through friendly interactions and consistent appreciation
  • Took initiative to find extra tasks when scheduled duties were completed
  • Assisted in training, coaching, and engaging team members to help them be successful and grow
  • Cheerfully greeted guests while running the cash register
  • Ensured the store was stocked and clean to continue to build strong relationships with guests and community
  • Operated kitchen equipment to prepare food items
  • Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.

Education

High School Diploma -

Crown Point High School
Crown Point, IN
06-2016

Skills

  • Problem resolution
  • Good communication skills
  • Excellent written and oral communication
  • Customer service
  • Data inputting
  • Document control
  • Mail handling
  • Service-oriented mindset
  • Proofreading
  • Data accuracy
  • File documentation
  • Electronic records management

Timeline

Customer Service Specialist/Receptionist/Document Specialist

Robert Half Contract Assignment
04.2022 - 04.2023

Virtual Outreach Counselor

Heartland Family Service
05.2020 - 12.2021

Team Leader

Casey's General Store
02.2019 - 04.2020

High School Diploma -

Crown Point High School
Mekaela McQuen