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Education
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Certification
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ShaMica Howard

Customer Service Agent
JACKSONVILLE,TX
ShaMica Howard

Summary

A 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. I am a knowledgeable and dedicated customer service professional with extensive experience in the Customer Service industry. A solid team player with outgoing, positive demeanor and proven skills in establishing rapport with clients. Motivated to maintain customer satisfaction and contribute to company success. Specialize in quality, speed and process optimization. Articulate, energetic and results-oriented with exemplary passion for developing relationships, cultivating partnerships and growing businesses. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Specialize in quality, speed and process optimization. Articulate, energetic and results-oriented with exemplary passion for developing relationships, cultivating partnerships and growing businesses. Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.

Overview

23
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

CodeForce

Customer Service Representative
09.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Answered incoming phone lines
  • Followed guidelines dictated in quality program for each call
  • Ensured security procedures are met in every interaction
  • Utilized DE system to procure needed program details to answer the caller’s questions in accordance with program guidelines
  • Ensured correct information is communicated in each interaction
  • Provided knowledgeable responses to basic client questions; elevate more complex cases to appropriate staff as needed
  • Put my skills to work to solve client problems, update account history and follow up with clients to confirm their inquiry or request is resolved
  • Adhered to the client’s SLAs and consistently meet production targets
  • Collaborated with team members, management and clients to resolve client inquiries; cross-train new resources in customer service processes
  • Processed client inquiries more efficiently and effectively by reviewing and recommending changes to procedures and workflow.

Bealls & Burkes distubution

Production Worker
07.2023 - 09.2023

Job overview

  • Process of products going out to stores and getting products ready for shipment

PNA 2, Texas Health and Human Services Commission

03.2023 - 06.2023

Job overview

  • Provided patient care services under moderate, clinical supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN)
  • Provided emergency, health, and personal care services to patients; observing, reporting, and documenting, in an electronic record, patient conditions and behaviors; interacting with patients therapeutically, and participating in individualized and unit-based programming
  • Maintained direct and ongoing therapeutic interactions with patients to promote living and social skills, thus encouraging progress towards a lesser restrictive environment
  • Provided verbal and supportive documentation concerning individual patient behaviors, progress or lack thereof, towards individualized goals of the recovery plan
  • Participated in shift reports and recovery team meetings or admission team meetings
  • Performed any combination of nursing duties commensurate with competency
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)

Claims Processing Specialist
01.2022 - 10.2022

Job overview

  • Escalated claims issues/concerns to senior team members and/or management
  • Maintained claim files and document claim file activities in accordance with established procedures
  • Executed edits within charge review to achieve account resolution
  • Generated reports to monitor the type of errors and their frequency
  • Resolved all correction requests accurately and in a timely approach
  • Reviewed and analyzed all information and submit request for payment of claims within company guidelines to supervisor
  • Review content in development to ensure functional specifications defined are executed
  • Assisted and prepared files for lawsuit, trial, or subrogation
  • Carried out duties in compliance with all state and federal regulations and guidelines.

Michigan State EDD, VDart, Inc

Fraud Agent
04.2021 - 01.2022

Job overview

  • Completed intake for Reg E and Reg Z dispute and fraud cases for all card products
  • Reviewed account activities, taking appropriate measures to minimize risk and loss to the bank, while complying with Visa, MasterCard, and federal regulations
  • Provided excellent customer service to both internal and external customers while meeting regulatory, production and quality standards
  • Performed security-related functions for consumer debit and prepaid, consumer credit, , Revolving
  • Line of Credit (RLOC), and commercial cards, including: restricting accounts, gathering support documentation, and closing/reissuing accounts
  • Created and review fraudulent cases and resolve problems or troubleshoot issues related to card transactions and/or online websites utilizing multiple systems

Indotronix International Corp, Oklahoma State EDD

Customer Service Agent
07.2020 - 03.2021

Job overview

  • Reviewed and analyzed unemployment insurance claims and program documents for proper payment and conformance to state and federal regulations
  • Provided technical advice and assistance to claimants and employers
  • Processed special program claims, including Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA), Trade
  • Readjustment Act (TRA), Labor Dispute or other unemployment insurance related programs as needed
  • Researched claim information, ensures accurate information is provided, and replies to correspondence regarding claim determinations and special program claim problems or issues
  • Prepared reports on production, unemployment insurance programs, and related activities.

Convergys

Customer Service Representative
01.2019 - 10.2019

Job overview

  • Answered incoming call center questions about health insurance, insurance policies and insurance coverage issues, as well as consumer complaints and general inquiries
  • Demonstrated accuracy in processing client policy modifications based on the data given
  • Kept track of all customer inquiries and follow up to verify that all questions are answered regarding customer policies
  • Verified new customers coverage and present policyholders with proof of insurance paperwork

Fanueil Group

Customer Service Agent
08.2018 - 12.2018

Job overview

  • Communicated regularly with insurance agents, policyholders, beneficiaries, and more to prepare claim forms and other related documentation
  • Reviewed and verified personal information including names, addresses, ages, assets, and other data when reviewing claim submissions
  • Adhered to company policies and local, state, and federal guidelines when facilitating insurance processing
  • Evaluated insurance policy coverage and calculate respective claim amounts to issue premiums, adjustments, refunds, and more

TeleDirect, Conservatorship

Customer Service Representative
07.2015 - 07.2016

Job overview

  • Research, track, maintain and update leads
  • Direct email marketing to key clients and prospects
  • Research and maintain lead generation database
  • Conduct customer research
  • Conduct client or market surveys to obtain information about potential leads
  • Guardianship

Living Angels Care

09.2002 - 12.2014

Job overview

  • Assisted with daily chores
  • Prepared daily activities, housekeeping, and shopping
  • Documented daily activity and mentored through difficult times
  • Served as court ordered guardian
  • Case Management and medical recoards of all appoinments and Financial assistance.

EMF Broadcasting, Klove & Air1 Radio

Customer Service Associate
08.2006 - 10.2010

Job overview

  • Answered phone calls and complete initial intake and assessment
  • Provided crisis call screening and follow-up to all incoming communication channels, working closely with the ministry pastoral team
  • Prayed with callers without counseling, advising or rebuking
  • For liability reasons, this role did NOT provide pastoral counsel at all
  • Provided caller resources and scripture to assist them in their situation
  • Demonstrated an understanding of scripture by including appropriate verses in responses; demonstrated the different tone that accompanies the Air1 voice vs
  • K-LOVE.

PCN Network

Customer Care Associate
09.2000 - 10.2001

Job overview

  • Received request for prior authorizations through the electronic health record (EHR) and/or via phone or fax and ensure that they are properly and closely monitored
  • Processed referrals and submit medical records to insurance carriers to expedite prior authorization processes
  • Assisted with medical necessity documentation to expedite approvals and ensure that appropriate follow-up is performed
  • Reviewed accuracy and completeness of information requested and ensure that all supporting documents are present
  • Reviewed denials and follow up with provider to obtain medically necessary information to submit an appeal of the denial.

Education

Grace Bible College
Grand Rapids, MI

Bachelors from Human Services/Leadership & Ministry

University Overview

Registered Recovery Worker in Alcohol and Drug Counseling

Intercoast College
Sacramento, CA

Associate from Arts

University Overview

Case Management

BSS assessment training

C.A.G.E intake Training


Western International University/Axia College
Tempe, AZ

Associate of Business Administration from Business

Madera Adult School
Madera, CA

Certification in CNA/Home Health Aid

Madera Adult School
Madera, CA

Certificate from Medical Math

Winterstien Adult School
Sacramento, CA

No Degree from GED
01.2000

Skills

  • Cold Calling (1 year)
  • Web Services (2 years)
  • Requirements Gathering (3 years)
  • HTML5 (2 years)
  • Records management (10 years)
  • Software troubleshooting (4 years)
  • Typing - 45 WPM (10 years)
  • Microsoft Office (10 years)
  • Medical terminology (10 years)
  • Leadership (3 years)
  • Customer support (10 years)
  • HIPAA (4 years)
  • Persuasive Speaking (4 years)
  • Empathy (10 years)
  • Adaptability (9 years)
  • Ability to Use Positive Language (10 years)
  • Communication Skills (10 years)
  • Self-Control (6 years)
  • Patience (10 years)
  • Patient service (5 years)
  • Patient assessment (3 years)
  • Effective Listening (6 years)
  • Time Management (10 years)
  • Willingness to Improve (10 years)
  • Ability to Admit You Don’t Have the Answer (10 years)
  • Creativity (10 years)
  • Decision-making (10 years)
  • Tenacity (10 years)
  • Adaptability & Resourcefulness (10 years)
  • CNA (10 years)
  • Home Health Aid (10 years)
  • 10 key typing (3 years)
  • ACD (10 years)
  • VPN (1 year)
  • Employment & labor law (1 year)
  • Caregiving Assisted living Direct support Nursing home experience Auto Dialer - ACD (10 years)
  • Global protect VPN (2 years)
  • Hoyer lift Cleaning Meal preparation Patient care (10 years) Patient monitoring (10 years)
  • Patient observation (10 years)
  • Administration Assistance
  • Customer Relations
  • Retail Sales Customer Service
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Credit Card Payment Processing
  • Account Management
  • Report Creation
  • Report Transcription
  • Microsoft Word
  • Stocking and Replenishing
  • Order Fulfillment
  • Report Preparation
  • Active Listening
  • Administrative Support
  • Office Equipment Proficiency
  • Data Evaluation
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Promotional Support
  • Problem-Solving Ability
  • Schedule Mastery
  • Call Triaging
  • Clerical Support
  • Critical Thinking
  • Medical Terminology Knowledge
  • Refund Processing
  • Records Preparation
  • Document Control
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Shipping Procedures Understanding
  • Customer Consulting
  • Delivery Scheduling
  • Retail Materials Management
  • POS Systems Expertise
  • Lead Generation
  • Computer Proficiency
  • Warehousing Functions
  • Stock Management
  • Technical Support
  • Process Optimization
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Order Processing
  • Call Center Operations
  • Service Standard Compliance
  • Money Handling Abilities
  • Typing Proficiency
  • Team Development
  • Travel Planning
  • Receiving Support
  • Multi-Line Phone Talent
  • Minute Taking
  • CRM Software
  • Calm and Professional Under Pressure
  • Invoice Preparation and Processing
  • Customer Retention Strategies
  • Filing
  • Administrative and Office Support
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Merchandise Orders and Exchanges
  • Customer Account Management
  • Research
  • Grammar
  • Coordination
  • Prioritization
  • 10-Key
  • Calendaring
  • Documentation
  • Proofreading
  • Spreadsheets

Certification

Notary Public

Travel Agent

Registered Recovery Worker

Additional Information

  • Willing to relocate: Anywhere, Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Timeline

Customer Service Representative

CodeForce
09.2023 - Current

Production Worker

Bealls & Burkes distubution
07.2023 - 09.2023

PNA 2, Texas Health and Human Services Commission
03.2023 - 06.2023

Claims Processing Specialist

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
01.2022 - 10.2022

Fraud Agent

Michigan State EDD, VDart, Inc
04.2021 - 01.2022

Customer Service Agent

Indotronix International Corp, Oklahoma State EDD
07.2020 - 03.2021

Customer Service Representative

Convergys
01.2019 - 10.2019

Customer Service Agent

Fanueil Group
08.2018 - 12.2018

Customer Service Representative

TeleDirect, Conservatorship
07.2015 - 07.2016

Customer Service Associate

EMF Broadcasting, Klove & Air1 Radio
08.2006 - 10.2010

Living Angels Care
09.2002 - 12.2014

Customer Care Associate

PCN Network
09.2000 - 10.2001

Grace Bible College

Bachelors from Human Services/Leadership & Ministry

Intercoast College

Associate from Arts

Western International University/Axia College

Associate of Business Administration from Business

Madera Adult School

Certification in CNA/Home Health Aid

Madera Adult School

Certificate from Medical Math

Winterstien Adult School

No Degree from GED
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