Self-motivated Benefits Specialist demonstrating superior understanding of employee benefits laws and human resource software systems. Astute professional providing benefits support in fast-paced corporate settings.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Benefits Services Specialist
Aspire Health Partners Juvenile
09.2022 - Current
Placed a high value on punctuality and maintained an excellent attendance record, consistently arriving at work ready to work right away
Organized positions by factors such as salary and status to develop effective categories and operational strategies
Updated personnel handbooks and individual records to keep the files accurate and detailed
Was in charge of resolving disagreements and negotiating mutually beneficial agreements between parties
Dealt with mental health patients
Visited patients in the community to ensure safety and well-being
Developed team communications and information for team meetings
Transported clients to doctors' appointments, Labs, Social Security Office, DCF Office
Made phone calls on patients' behalf.
Developed strong relationships with benefit providers, negotiating favorable terms and conditions for company plans.
Assisted employees in navigating complex claims processes, resulting in expedited issue resolution and high customer satisfaction ratings.
Provided support during internal audits by accurately presenting relevant documentation regarding benefit plans and policies.
Maintained confidentiality when handling sensitive personal information related to employee benefits administration.
Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.
Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored intervention plans.
Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
Enhanced communication between clients and providers through consistent follow-ups and progress updates.
Lead Fulfilment Associate/Cashier/Fulfilment Associate/Cashier/Stocker Associate
Target
11.2021 - 02.2023
Reconciled the cash drawer, accounting for errors and resolving discrepancies at the start and end of each shift
Assisted new team members in learning how to operate registers, merchandise stock, and meet customer needs, resulting in increased group performance and customer satisfaction
Helped customers by answering their questions and completing their requests
Restocked the sales floor and reorganized the shelves, racks, and bins for a cleaner look
Stayed up to date on sales by reviewing weekly sales circulars and keeping track of price changes
Identified damage to items and collaborated with the supervisor to ensure that returns were processed quickly
Trained as Cashier and provided backup coverage to ensure that customers received the best possible service
Processed new orders quickly and accurately, completing daily transactions
Wrapped and bagged items for customers to protect them from damage and make them easier to transport
Totaled the amount owed, collected payments, and printed receipts to process transactions
Gathered and scanned coupons to deduct automatically from the total.
Upheld a positive work atmosphere through consistently displaying an enthusiastic attitude toward fulfilling daily tasks and supporting team efforts toward shared goals.
Handled high-priority orders with urgency, prioritizing their prompt processing and shipment to meet customer needs.
Streamlined order fulfillment processes by implementing efficient picking and packing techniques.
Developed strong familiarity with warehouse technology systems, enabling quick navigation through inventory databases and expedited processing of orders.
Call Representative
TeleTech
05.2019 - 01.2020
Consistently provided excellent customer service, resulting in a customer satisfaction rating of 90%
Provided exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive product and service knowledge and creating warm, welcoming environments
Routed incoming calls to the most qualified personnel and departments within the company
Followed through on all critical inter-departmental escalations to increase customer retention rates
Increased productivity by anticipating needs and providing excellent support
Was quick to respond to potential customers' questions and requests
Analyzed customer data to identify problems, develop potential solutions, and ensure high-quality service
Scheduled doctors' appointments for clients, contacted doctors' offices, etc.
Cashier
Walmart Neighborhood Market
07.2018 - 05.2019
Credit cards, checks, gift cards, and coupons were all processed by me
Trained team members to work as cashiers in accordance with company policies and procedures
Provided excellent customer service by scanning and bagging groceries quickly and courteously, as well as answering phone calls
Kept checkout areas clean and orderly, as well as performed other cleaning tasks such as mopping floors and emptying trash cans
Helped customers by answering their questions and completing their requests
Counted cash in the register drawer to keep the register balanced at the start and end of each shift
Efficiently and accurately processed a large number of transactions
Greeted customers and provided product information as they entered.
Administrator
Orange County Public Schools
11.2017 - 05.2019
Was in charge of maintaining the head count and attendance sheets
Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills
Monitored, enforced rules, and assisted the lead teacher in the classroom, halls, and location
Kept track of behaviors, interventions, and outcomes
Assisted in the preparation of parent-teacher conferences reports and paperwork
Assisted students with their learning goals in small groups and on a one-on-one basis
Informed parents about their children's progress, behavior, and social skills
Observed and reported on individual behaviors and suspicious actions to supervisory staff
Provided individual students with personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to help them achieve positive learning outcomes
Spoke with parents about their children's needs to obtain additional support
Monitored student activities in the classroom and outside to ensure their safety
Assisted teachers with a variety of tasks, such as clerical support, classroom management, and document coordination
Relieved the classroom teacher during recess.
Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining strict confidentiality at all times as required by company policy or legal regulations.
Maintained personnel records and updated internal databases to support document management.
Managed office inventory levels, ensuring adequate supplies were available while minimizing waste and unnecessary spending.
Sales Associate
Beauty Exchange Beauty Supply
07.2018 - 01.2019
Used upselling techniques and offered product and service consultations
Sold a variety of products by explaining their unique features and instructing customers on how to use them properly
Took incoming phone calls and answered them with information about products, services, store hours, policies, and promotions
Provided customers with merchandise recommendations based on their needs and preferences
Consistently met or exceeded upselling, donation, and credit card sign-up targets by leveraging excellent communication and interpersonal strengths
Built and maintained effective relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success toward common sales, service, and operational goals.
Cashier Team Lead
Little Cae
11.2016 - 11.2017
Credit cards, checks, gift cards, and coupons were all processed by me
Immediately informed the manager of any accidents, injuries, or unsafe working conditions
Kept checkout areas clean and orderly, as well as performed other cleaning tasks such as mopping floors and emptying trash cans
Provided excellent customer service by scanning and bagging groceries quickly and courteously, as well as answering phone calls
Trained team members to work as cashiers in accordance with company policies and procedures
Highlighted target merchandise with strategic promotional approaches to consistently meet upsell goals
Used cash registers and POS systems to request and record customer orders and compute bills
Helped customers by answering their questions and completing their requests.
Education
Some college (No degree) -
Valencia College, West Campus
Orlando, FL
Associate of Science - Nursing
Seminole State College of Florida
Sanford, FL
12.2026
High School -
Evans High School
Orlando, FL
05.2017
Skills
Customer service
Order monitoring
Staff training
Microsoft Office
Benefits Administration
Documentation And Reporting
Timeline
Benefits Services Specialist
Aspire Health Partners Juvenile
09.2022 - Current
Lead Fulfilment Associate/Cashier/Fulfilment Associate/Cashier/Stocker Associate