Dedicated Customer Support Specialist with a proven track record of exceeding customer expectations and enhancing satisfaction in challenging environments. Demonstrates exceptional skills in communication and problem-solving, effectively reducing customer dissatisfaction through proactive engagement and tailored solutions. Committed to leveraging career experiences to contribute positively to organizational goals while serving diverse populations.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Customer Service Professional
Lowe's
Mooresville, North Carolina
06.2022 - Current
Answer inbound calls from customers, service providers and stores to provide installation project support
Manage outbound tasks and make outbound calls to customers, providers, stores and vendors in order to provide updates or gather project information
Conduct initial contact with customer and service providers to provide centralized contact information and project expectations in order to verify project scope and ensure alignment
Ensure projects are scheduled within the SLA by the service provider and provide confirmation to the customer
In coordination with stores and customers, arrange product delivery to ensure work can begin on time
Ensure all required compliance documents related to permits and Lead Safe Practices are uploaded in the appropriate system
Manage and resolve Work Order issues (post project completion) including assessment of related costs and the potential of service provider and/or vendor charge backs
Submit accurate and thorough documentation of all interactions related to the project in appropriate technology tools (i.e., Installation Management System, myRedVest and Salesforce)
Practice active listening skills with customers, service providers, stores and vendors in order to deliver an excellent customer experience and promote team collaboration
Deliver consistent service by referring to and executing defined processes and providing feedback that will enhance current processes
Drive for results by consistently achieving goals and completing tasks/activities on time
Build effective relationships with others by organizing information, sharing information with coworkers and leaders and seeking performance feedback
Adapt to a fast-paced environment with evolving processes
Online Reseller (Small Business Owner)
DDM99
Lake City, South Carolina
03.2022 - Current
Acquiring products for resell
Marketing and Advertising of products
Writing item descriptions
Research and Pricing of Items
Payment Processing
Assuring quality of products
Packing and Shipping
Bookkeeping
Answering inquiries from buyers and potential buyers
Private Duty Caregiver (self-employed)
Lake City, South Carolina
01.2015 - 05.2023
Assist Disabled Veteran with Brain Tumor, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Depression and Anxiety with activities of daily living
Assisted with Physical and Occupational Therapy due to Stroke and Brain Tumor
Carry out other daily care plans created by primary doctor, specialists, nurse practitioners and nurses
Maintain daily medical records, medical logging, bill pay and other administrative needs
Provide daily emotional and social support
Transport and accompany client to and from doctor's appointments
Paralegal & Office Manager
Barr Law
Kingstree, South Carolina
10.2011 - 09.2014
Prepared legal documents for Personal Injury, Worker's Compensation, Domestic, Criminal, Property, Probate and Consumer cases
File Pleadings in courts in the State of South Carolina
Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles and codes
Prepared for trial by organizing exhibits and other key evidence for attorneys
Worked as a team with attorneys, administrative assistants and fellow paralegals
Conduct client pre-interviews and intake
Developed a working relationship with courts, clients, debtors and attorneys
Managed financial accounts of the firm and records of clients with the highest level of confidentiality and discretion
Request, review and maintain clients' medical records
File, scan and mail correspondences
Developed and rolled out new policies and procedures in order to improve office functioning and client satisfaction
Streamlined daily reporting information entry for efficient record keeping purposes
Served as Power of Attorney for the law firm in order to conduct financial transactions for case settlements and office expenses in attorney's absence
Conducted law firm accounting and banking duties daily in office and with local bank
Entered financial information into accounting system in order to perform duties such as payroll, office purchasing, vendors and client payout
Prepared Invoices for client settlement case
Prepare client disbursements
Conduct audits
Private Duty Caregiver (self-employed)
Cades, South Carolina
01.2007 - 12.2011
Assisted elderly immobile individual with numerous medical conditions with activities of daily living
Provided social and emotional support
Carried out care plan daily created by primary doctor, specialists, nurses, social workers and therapists
Prepared and administered medication
Transported and assisted client to, during and from doctor appointments
Administrative duties such as: scheduling appointments and services, medical logging and bill pay
Prepared meals daily
Provided 24-hour care upon request
Front Desk Receptionist
Barr Law
Kingstree, South Carolina
08.2011 - 10.2011
Receiving visitors and clients at the front desk by greeting, welcoming, directing and announcing them appropriately
Navigating clients throughout the office
Scheduling appointments
Answering, screening and forwarding incoming phone calls
Sending, receiving and sorting daily mail
Make copies
Archive documents
Handle inquiries and complaints
Answered and forward emails
Input client In-take forms
Fax documents
Plan travel arrangements for attorney both in and out of state
Instructional Assistant and Plato Lab Facilitator
Florence County School District Three
Lake City, South Carolina
01.2002 - 12.2005
Assisted the lead teacher with daily classroom instruction
Assisted teaching students with behavioral issues, speech impediments, Autism and Social-Emotional Disorders
Worked one-on-one with students who were having difficulty with aspects of learning as needed in areas of: English Language Arts (ELA), Math, Science and Social Studies
Created individualized plans when working with students in one-on-one and group settings
Substituted for teachers in Kindergarten-5th grade if needed
Provided co-teaching with lead teacher
Member of school's first responder's team
Provided oral testing for students in order to make sure quarterly goals were being met based of district, state and federal standards
Performed administrative yearly school registration duties
Monitored students in order to enforce bus safety loading and unloading daily
Carried out teaching duties in Lead teacher's absence
Education
Excellence in Online Teaching Course -
John Hopkins University
Baltimore, Maryland
05.2023
Leading Healthcare Quality and Safety -
George Washington University
Washington, D.C.
02.2023
Life Coach Certification -
IAP Career College
Alberta, Canada
10.2022
Masters in Human Services -
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN
06.2008
Bachelors of Social Work -
Limestone (College) University
Ganey, SC
05.2006
Bachelors of Psychology -
Limestone (College) University
Ganey, SC
05.2006
Associates of Arts - Major
Florence-Darlington Technical College
Florence, SC
01.2002
Associates in Human/Public Services -
Florence-Darlington Technical College
Florence, SC
05.1999
Skills
Salesforce Proficiency
Advanced Microsoft Application Skills
Experienced with Google Workspace
Data Management
Digital Tools Proficiency
Collaborative Software Proficiency
Typing Speed: 43 WPM
Effective Time Management
Strategic Development
Spatial Organization
Goal Achievement Planning
Driven Professional
Analytical Strategic Insight
Effective Communication
Support Collaborative Success
Leadership Skills
Situational Strategy Development
Detail-Oriented Approach
Customer Complaint Management
Awards
Capella University, President's List
Capella University, Dean's List
Limestone (College) University, President's List
Limestone (College) University, Dean's List
Florence-Darlington Technical College, President's List
Florence-Darlington Technical College, Dean's List
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