Seeking a position where I can maximize my technology, policy, research, leadership, project, and customer relations skills. Seasoned customer service professional competent in organizing and resolving customer concerns. Detail-oriented, responsive and adaptable to changing conditions. Proficient in regulations and procedures.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr HR Service Center Specialist
WellSpan Health
York, PA
06.2022 - 10.2023
Offer business expertise in areas such as the HR Service Center and existing workflows
Assist in the alignment of standard business processes with WellSpan's requirements and the identification of gaps
Assist in the execution of key change management activities
Attend Process Confirmation Workshops to provide relevant information for future-state design, as well as to learn, understand, and adopt new processes and procedures, and to identify/confirm reporting requirements
Assist the HR Service Center Lead with Go/No-Go discussions, including assisting in the assessment of operations, systems, and organization readiness for Go-Live
Participate in the development and execution of conversion
Editing existing HR policies in preparation for policy tech.
Day Trader & E-commerce Seller/Entrepreneur
Self-Employed
10.2017 - 05.2022
Day Trader: Executes daily, the purchasing and selling of stocks to earn short-term profits; develops own strategy to maximize profits and limit losses; performs market research and reads multiple charts simultaneously to determine the mode of action when deciding what stocks to buy or sell
Also, possesses a high aptitude for analyzing current trends, predicting future trends, and implementing steps to profit
E-commerce Seller: Sells daily, various types of quality products/merchandise for a profit via platforms such as eBay and Amazon
As an E-commerce Seller/Entrepreneur, outstanding customer service is my number one priority; outstanding customer service is provided to all buyers/purchasers consistently.
Policy Analyst
District of Columbia Government, Department of Human Services
Washington, DC
11.2014 - 07.2017
Extensively reviewed Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), and Medical Assistance cases, in which customers requested Fair Hearings because they disagreed with the agency's administering of the public assistance programs, as it pertained to their eligibility, benefit level and/or ineligibility for benefits
Depending on the type of contested program issue, research analysis was conducted utilizing the Code of Federal Regulations, D.C
This also entailed going before Administrative Law Judges from the Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH)
For which, written evidence/supporting documentation was presented; along with the communication of verbal language based on the Federal Regulations, D.C
Code, and/or ESA Policy in defense of Departmental action(s) during scheduled Fair Hearings
Reviewed 'Final Orders' issued by Administrative Law Judges to ensure that their recommended corrective actions were completed by the agency
If the recommended corrective actions were not completed, the responsible party was notified regarding the lack of action; subsequently, the requested completion thereof and a new designated due date were issued
Tasked with critical policy research, composed policy memorandums, and answered all types of policy questions inquired by ESA Staff
The policy questions presented by the Staff were answered in person, over the telephone, and/or via email.
Subject Matter Expert (SME)/Trainer
District of Columbia Access System (DCAS) Project
12.2015 - 02.2017
Assisted with the DCAS pilot development process from the start of work through the rollout
Participated in the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) testing levels to provide training validation and recommendations for corrections and/or improvement
Worked in a fast-paced, high-energy environment
Worked with sets of technical and non-technical staff across multiple agency units to conduct end user analysis
Properly documented, designed, and developed the work in accordance with DHS Staff requirements
Functioned as a Trainer; provided guidance and recommendations in the development of course training plans based on Federal Policy, D.C
Code, ESA Policy, and procedures
Provided introduction training of the DC Link System to DHS Staff
Assisted with the development of training schedules and job aids
Reviewed and ensured accuracy of the training materials and documentation
Participated in multiple PowerPoint Presentations within the duration of the project
Provided DC Link technical assistance for the following user issues: Computer Login, Security, Benefit Processing, Generating pdf Notifications, Uploading Files, etc
Collaborated with fellow SMEs throughout the development process to ensure the implementation of changes or enhancements.
Supervisory Social Services Representative/Policy Analyst
District of Columbia Government, Department of Human Services
Washington, DC
01.2010 - 11.2014
Extensively reviewed Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), and Medical Assistance cases, in which customers requested Fair Hearings because they disagreed with the agency's administering of the public assistance programs, as it pertained to their eligibility, benefit level and/or ineligibility for benefits
Depending on the type of contested program issue, research analysis was conducted utilizing the Code of Federal Regulations, D.C
Code, and/or ESA Policy
This also entailed going before Administrative Law Judges from the Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH)
For which, written evidence/supporting documentation was presented; along with the communication of verbal language based on the Federal Regulations, D.C
Code, and/or ESA Policy in defense of Departmental action(s) during scheduled Fair Hearings
Reviewed 'Final Orders' issued by Administrative Law Judges to ensure that their recommended corrective actions were completed by the agency
If the recommended corrective actions were not completed, the responsible party was notified regarding the lack of action; subsequently, the requested completion thereof and a new designated due date were issued
Tasked with critical policy research, composed policy memorandums, and answered all types of policy questions inquired by ESA Staff
The policy questions presented by the Staff were answered in person, over the telephone, and/or via email.
Acting Section Chief
District of Columbia Government, Department of Human Services
Washington, DC
01.2007 - 01.2010
Initiated disciplinary action when warranted and completed annual employee evaluation reviews
Completed ‘Other Duties as Assigned’ by the Program Manager, which included management/coverage of the service center in her absence
Reviewed and approved employees ‘Time and Attendance
Assisted the Social Services Representatives and Supervisory Social Services Representatives with policy and procedural matters
Was available to my subordinates at all times, assisting with agency matters and other issues
Daily, strictly monitored various reports to track the status of all programs registered; such as those with pending status, all information in, unauthorized benefits, cases not in the current month, unmailed notices, etc
Ensured that all pending cases were legitimately pended, meaning only required information was requested from the customers to determine their eligibility
Made certain that Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Medicaid, and Food Stamps programs were dispositioned (i.e
Approved and/or denied) within the agency's established time frames
Authorized program benefits when necessary, answered questions, and provided corrective action when needed
Occasionally met with customers per their request, to explain agency policy when they did not quite understand the Social Services Representative and/or Supervisor's explanation of program eligibility.
Supervisory Social Services Representative
District of Columbia Government, Department of Human Services
Washington, DC
05.2005 - 01.2007
Functioned as a Generic Floater Supervisor, responsible for supervising employees of three units (i.e
Telephone, Completion & Special Project) at the Income Maintenance Administration (IMA) Change Center
Daily responsibilities included: Distribution of assignments along with issuing the due date for completion, the review and final authorization of case actions (i.e
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families and Food Stamps sanctions and cancellations, income & address changes, notice releases adding newborns, COLA reports, program closures, etc.)
Monitored, reviewed, and approved employees ‘Time and Attendance
Initiated disciplinary action when warranted and completed annual employee evaluation reviews
Assisted the Social Services Representatives with Policy & Teloquent interchange system/computer issues, answered questions, and provided corrective action when necessary
Completed other duties as assigned by the Section Chief and was responsible for the completion of monthly reports
Was available to my subordinates at all times, assisting with agency matters and other issues
Communicated with customers and outside entities when needed.
Social Services Representative
District of Columbia Government, Department of Human Services
Washington, DC
03.1999 - 04.2005
Primary responsibilities consisted of the intake and/or recertification of customers for the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Food Stamps, and Medical Assistance programs according to Federal Regulations and/or Income Maintenance Administration (IMA) policies and procedures
Provided information to customers while also establishing eligibility criteria and conducted one on one interviews to ensure entitled benefits were received promptly
All reported changes were acted upon and the initiation of payments, terminations, and investigations when necessary
Interacted with outside entities to ensure that the customers' needs were being assessed in a well-rounded fashion and served in an advisory capacity in the area of outreach services to inform the customers of new and existing programs relevant to their needs
Functioned in the capacity of a ‘Front Line’ Social Services Representative (SSR) at the Congress Heights Service Center and a Specialized Worker at the IMA Change Center; responsible for processing daily changes for customers, who participated in IMA’s public assistance programs
While at the Change Center, operated the Teloquent Interchange System simultaneously with the use of multiple computer applications while assisting customers via telephone with reported changes.
Education
Master of Science in Information Systems -
Strayer University-Virginia
06.2003
B.A. in Sociology -
University of Maine
05.1996
Skills
Complaint Handling
Customer Retention Strategies
Strong Interpersonal Skills
Quality Assurance Standards
Customer Service
Customer Retention
Computer Skills
Documentation and Reporting
Technical Support
Handling Customer Complaints
Technical Knowledge
Strong Work Ethic
Team Collaboration
Tech-Savvy
Multitasking and Organization
Call Center Operations
Customer Consulting
Excellent Communication
Records Maintenance
Records Oversight
Complaint Resolution
Attention to Detail
Conflict Resolution
Customer Relationship Management
Listening Skills
Languages
French
Native/ Bilingual
Haitian Creole
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
United States Department of Agriculture Certificate of Appreciation at the 2007 "Payment Accuracy" MaPat Conference
References
References available upon request.
Work Availability
monday
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wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Sr HR Service Center Specialist
WellSpan Health
06.2022 - 10.2023
Day Trader & E-commerce Seller/Entrepreneur
Self-Employed
10.2017 - 05.2022
Subject Matter Expert (SME)/Trainer
District of Columbia Access System (DCAS) Project
12.2015 - 02.2017
Policy Analyst
District of Columbia Government, Department of Human Services
11.2014 - 07.2017
Supervisory Social Services Representative/Policy Analyst
District of Columbia Government, Department of Human Services
01.2010 - 11.2014
Acting Section Chief
District of Columbia Government, Department of Human Services
01.2007 - 01.2010
Supervisory Social Services Representative
District of Columbia Government, Department of Human Services
05.2005 - 01.2007
Social Services Representative
District of Columbia Government, Department of Human Services