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Sommer Cosentino

Funeral Director In-training, Office Manager, Administration
Gulfport,FL

Summary

*Talented professional considered knowledgeable leader and dedicated problem solver. Brings 28 years of valuable expertise to forward company objectives. Attentive to detail with experience in coordinating projects, programs and improvements.

*Multipotentialite bringing highly-developed business sense and creative problem-solving skills. Quickly assesses operational needs and develops innovate strategies that successfully increase productivity and efficiency.

* Driven to deliver exceptional and professional service to families in need. Committed to coordinating funeral services and offerings seamlessly to simplify funeral and burial process for grieving families.

*I am a dedicated volunteer in the Anti-Human Trafficking division, Homeless outreach leader, and educated interpersonal skills with survivors and their families. Great at internet research when it comes to finding, helping, and investigating in these departments.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Funeral Director Intern, Office Manager

Financial Partners Group, David C. Gross FH
St. Petersburg, FL
01.2019 - Current

have the unique opportunity to work along side a team of funeral professionals to guide individuals and families through one of the most difficult experiences in their lives.

* Supervise and care for the deceased in a respectful manner that adheres to regulatory requirements.

• Perform a variety of tasks related to preparation of the deceased: cosmetology, hairstyling, dressing, and casketing.

*Assist at the cemetery and participate as needed in church services.  Perform office duties and reporting.

• Accurately prepare all documents related to funeral services, cremations, and maintenance. • Provide timely delivery of documents, cards, memorabilia, etc. to the family following the service. • Assist the family with insurance assignments, paperwork and other related follow-up tasks as needed. • Share potential preneed referrals with the preplanning specialist.

• Manage merchandise inventory and funeral home supplies.

 Build a strong relationship with the community through active involvement in area organizations and participation in charitable events.

 Utilize engaging local and digital marketing methods for promotion and education purposes.

 Promote and maintain a safe and healthy work environment.

• Assist with maintenance of the facility, property, and vehicles.

• Ensure adherence to all professional, state and federal licensing authority, regulations, and rules applicable to funeral service.

 Maintain a good driving record in order to drive funeral vehicles for services, floral delivery, supply pick-up, participation in special functions, and various other duties.

 Other duties as assigned.

Cake Decorator, Events, Display Maker, Cashier

Publix Grocery Store
St. Petersburg, FL
10.2015 - 01.2019
  • Prepared special creams and frostings for cakes and other dessert specialties.
  • Supported events execution and venue set up and tear down.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
  • Assisted in content development for events, drafting and distributing promotional materials.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Supported planning, communications and scheduling of wedding events.
  • Designed specialty cakes for weddings, birthdays and graduations.
  • Decorated bakery pastries and cakes using colorful icings and piping techniques.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Precisely arranged display cases throughout workday to highlight finished products.
  • Built attractive holiday, seasonal and weekly displays for merchandising program.

Stay at Home Mom

Myself
St. Petersburg, FL
01.2012 - 10.2015

Worked hard as a mother of two.

Had an online business on Amazon

Worked from home in Beachbody Health Organization

Health Care Liaison, Customer Service Call Center

Insurance Administration Solutions
Clearwater, FL
09.2007 - 06.2012
  • Responded to customer comments and questions via LiveChat during shifts.
  • Adhered to company policies and scripts to consistently achieve call-time and quality standards.
  • Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Thoroughly investigated past due invoices and minimized number of unpaid accounts.
  • Recorded and filed patient data and medical records.
  • Strictly followed all federal and state guidelines for release of information.
  • Examined diagnosis codes for accuracy, completeness, specificity and appropriateness according to services rendered.
  • Acted as a liaison between the business department, billers and third party payors in resolving billing and reimbursement accuracy.

Education

High School Diploma -

Gibbs High School
St. Petersburg
06.1992 - 06.1996

Associate of Science - Funeral Director/ Embalmer

St. Petersburg College Gibbs Campus
St. Petersburg
01.2021 - Current

Skills

Documentation expertise

Account Reconciliation

Office management

Clear oral/written communication

Friendly nature

Office administration

Presentation design

Organizational skills

Database administration

Project Management

Team Bonding

Technical Support

Excellent multi-tasking ability

Relationship building

Fast Learner

Self-starter

Networking expert

Investigation and research skills

Creative

Imparting support and understanding to the speaker

Timeline

Associate of Science - Funeral Director/ Embalmer

St. Petersburg College Gibbs Campus
01.2021 - Current

Funeral Director Intern, Office Manager

Financial Partners Group, David C. Gross FH
01.2019 - Current

Cake Decorator, Events, Display Maker, Cashier

Publix Grocery Store
10.2015 - 01.2019

Stay at Home Mom

Myself
01.2012 - 10.2015

Health Care Liaison, Customer Service Call Center

Insurance Administration Solutions
09.2007 - 06.2012

High School Diploma -

Gibbs High School
06.1992 - 06.1996
Sommer CosentinoFuneral Director In-training, Office Manager, Administration