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Takiyah Hutchins

Princeton,Florida

Summary


Supportive Eligibility Specialist with extensive application engagement and dedicated service skills. Professional with skill to maintain accurate records, schedule appointments and handle various administrative responsibilities

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

VICTIM OF CRIME ACT AIDE

MIAMI DADE COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY
2024.07 - Current

Conduct initial intake interview, both in person and over the telephone , and develop service plan for clients in order to provide direct advocacy services for victims of domestic violence ,sexual violence, dating violence, stalking and human trafficking, and their dependent children. Provide case management and general client related advocacy services to ensure client safety and self-sufficiency.

  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.

Eligibility interviewer

MIAMI DADE COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY
2023.04 - 2024.07
  • Conducts interviews with prospective applicants to determine eligibility for different social services programs.
  • Reviewed applications for different aid programs and determined which qualification criteria for individuals.
  • Interviewed applicants and explained scope of different available benefits.
  • Followed guidelines when reviewing applicant data to determine eligibility for economic assistance.
  • Processed and certified documents for accuracy and compliance with government regulations.
  • Assisted clients with accurate eligibility form, application and document completion.
  • Assisted clients with completion of applications and paperwork.

Driver Messenger

MIAMI DADE COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY
2022.07 - 2023.04
  • Operating vehicles between various county and vendor locations
  • Delivering items to different locations per request.
  • Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
  • Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.
  • Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
  • Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Communicated with customers to provide delivery updates and confirm delivery locations.

Dispatch Supervisor / Operation Management Specialist

Ups
2007.07 - 2022.04
  • Managed workflow to exceed quality goals
  • Answering/routing incoming calls, emails & other forms of contact from customers/ups employees to the correct department
  • Analyzes exception capture report
  • Researched previous day's missed packages.
  • Evaluated and adjusted routes based on daily needs, available workers, traffic hazards, and weather conditions.
  • Implemented schedule and policy changes and collaborated with management to formulate new policies, procedures, and goals.

Teller

Wachovia Bank
2006.01 - 2007.05
  • Handled various accounting transactions
  • Rapidly and efficiently prepared customer and atm cash and change orders
  • Customer service expert with sound judgment and an ability to resolve problems tactfully and diplomatically
  • Working in supervision also has provided an equally balanced experience in overseeing daily tasks & management of employees as well.
  • Educated customers on use of banking website and mobile apps.
  • Processed customer transactions promptly, minimizing wait times.

Cashier, Bookkeeper

The Home Depot
1998.11 - 2005.08
  • Processed customer returns
  • Completed purchases using point of sale system
  • Trained new cashiers on procedures, customer service and sales techniques
  • Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of credit accounts.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.

Paraprofessional and Bus Attendant

Miami-Dade County Public School System
1994.09 - 1999.06
  • Assisted teaching staff with daily necessities of children
  • Assisted school bus drivers with children at beginning and end of day.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hialeah-Miami Lakes Senior High School
Hialeah, FL
06.1993

Skills

  • Interview techniques
  • Policy Knowledge
  • Verbal Communication
  • Telephone Etiquette
  • Social Services
  • Interviewing
  • Data Entry
  • Application Review

References

References are available upon request

Timeline

VICTIM OF CRIME ACT AIDE

MIAMI DADE COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY
2024.07 - Current

Eligibility interviewer

MIAMI DADE COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY
2023.04 - 2024.07

Driver Messenger

MIAMI DADE COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY
2022.07 - 2023.04

Dispatch Supervisor / Operation Management Specialist

Ups
2007.07 - 2022.04

Teller

Wachovia Bank
2006.01 - 2007.05

Cashier, Bookkeeper

The Home Depot
1998.11 - 2005.08

Paraprofessional and Bus Attendant

Miami-Dade County Public School System
1994.09 - 1999.06

High School Diploma -

Hialeah-Miami Lakes Senior High School
Takiyah Hutchins