Overview
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Susan Neal-Smith

Union,KY/USA

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

In-Home Caretaker

Self-employed
05.2024 - 12.2024


Cared for individual diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer


+ Transported client to doctor appointments & family gatherings; moved his walker closer to him so that he would feel more independent.

+ Maintained cleanliness & safety within the home:

Prepared healthy meals that he preferred; completed laundry prior to the next day; removed possible trip hazards within the home; unless he was sleeping, I stayed in the same room to ensure his safety and tend to his immediate needs.

+ Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills during challenges faced during his illness. Reminded him that he was safe and loved, promoting overall feeling of wellness.

+ Ensured that medication schedule was managed at the requested times directed by the oncologist. The schedule was well practiced to a point that he would remind me that he had already taken his meds!

+ Assisted his family through the difficult times with mental, physical & emotional support.



Customer Service Representative

JOANN Fabrics and Crafts
06.2015 - 03.2018
  • Handled escalated calls efficiently, finding satisfactory resolutions for both customers and the company alike.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
  • Developed strong product knowledge to provide informed recommendations based on individual customer needs.
  • Addressed customer inquiries to ensure satisfaction and foster positive service experience.
  • Enhanced customer loyalty by offering personalized solutions tailored to individual needs.
  • Delivered prompt service to prioritize customer needs.
  • Provided excellent customer care by responding to requests, assisting with product selection and handling ordering functions.

Communication Technician-Administrative

UNITED STATES NAVY
03.1997 - 04.1997
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and high-quality results.
  • Consistently met or exceeded customer expectations through timely service delivery and clear communication.
  • Assisted in the design of custom communication solutions tailored to unique client needs.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
  • Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
  • Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
  • Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
  • Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
  • Collaborated on special projects as assigned by leadership, contributing research findings or coordinating event logistics as needed for success.
  • Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders.
  • Facilitated training sessions for new software tools, increasing team productivity and reducing learning curves.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information, adhering strictly to data protection regulations.
  • Facilitated cross-departmental communication, organizing meetings to discuss project progress and align objectives.
  • Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.

Timeline

In-Home Caretaker - Self-employed
05.2024 - 12.2024
Customer Service Representative - JOANN Fabrics and Crafts
06.2015 - 03.2018
Communication Technician-Administrative - UNITED STATES NAVY
03.1997 - 04.1997
Susan Neal-Smith