Talisha Edwards
TEKsystems
Columbia,SC
1
Certification
13
years of professional experience
Dedicated professional with hands-on experience in Medicaid eligibility processing and food service. Proven ability to assist clients in navigating benefits while maintaining accurate records. Skilled in training staff and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Work History
Medicaid Eligibility Specialist
2 Years 2 Months- Processed Medicaid applications and verified eligibility requirements for clients.
- Collected and evaluated applicant information to determine eligibility for Medicaid applications.
- Guided clients in understanding Medicaid benefits and facilitated navigation of application processes.
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions and eligibility determinations.
- Educated clients on their rights and responsibilities under Medicaid programs.
- Executed outreach initiatives to educate potential applicants about available Medicaid services and resources.
- Navigated state Medicaid systems to facilitate timely application processing.
- Participated in training sessions to stay updated on regulatory changes and policies.
Cook
1 Year 5 Months- Prepared nutritious meals adhering to dietary guidelines for residents.
- Serves meals by reviewing recipes; assembling, combining, and cooking ingredients; maintaining a sanitary kitchen.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in kitchen and food storage areas.
- Collaborated with dietary team to create weekly meal plans and menus.
- Managed food inventory, ensuring freshness and proper rotation of supplies.
- Assisted in training new kitchen staff on safety and cooking procedures.
- Provided exceptional customer service during meal service to residents and staff.
Behavior Health Assistant
1 Year 8 Months- Provided daily care support to senior residents, ensuring comfort and well-being
- Facilitated transportation for residents to meals and faith services, promoting social engagement.
- Respond to resident call lights.
- Maintained pleasant and orderly resident areas, enhancing overall living environment.
- Perform assigned tasks and meet requirements for in-service
- Performed data entry tasks to maintain accurate records.
Human Service Assistant
1 Year 1 Month- Assisted with daily care tasks for senior residents the daily care needs of senior residents
- Assisted residents with meals and faith services to promote social engagement.
- Responded promptly to resident call lights to ensure timely support for individual needs.
- Maintained a pleasant and orderly environment in resident areas to enhance overall resident comfort.
- Completed tasks to comply with in-service requirements.
Food Service Assistant
7 Months- Assisted in meal and beverage preparation and serving to enhance dining experience for residents.
- Cleaned and sterilized utensils and equipment to maintain health and safety standards.
- Stored and handled food safely while maintaining accurate inventory records and reordering supplies.
- Attended staff meetings to discuss operational updates and team collaboration.
- Perform assigned tasks and meet requirements for in-services
Cashier
1 Year 11 Months- Welcomed customers and addressed inquiries about products and services, enhancing customer experience.
- Operated scanners, scales, cash registers, and other electronics to facilitate smooth transactions.
- Accept payments ensuring all prices and quantities are accurate.
- Provided receipts with every transaction to ensure accurate record-keeping and customer satisfaction.
- Count money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure that amounts are correct and that there is adequate change
Food Service Operator
10 Months- Prepare a variety of foods according to customers' orders or supervisors' instructions, following approved procedures.
- Served customers in cafeterias and snack bars, ensuring accurate fulfillment of food and beverage orders.
- Cleaned work areas to uphold safety and hygiene standards., equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware
- Stored food in designated containers to maintain freshness and minimize spoilage. in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
Food Service Assistant
1 Year- Maintained cleanliness of work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware to ensure safe and hygienic food preparation.
- Store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
- Prepared diverse food items based on customer orders and supervisor instructions while adhering to approved procedures for quality and safety.
- Prepared food items according to recipes and customer preferences, stocked supplies, served customers, processed payments, cleaned tables and counters, reset tables, and addressed customer inquiries.
Education
High school diploma
Skills
Medicaid processing
Eligibility determination
Application assessment
Application review
Benefits navigation
Outreach coordination
Regulatory compliance
Government programs
Record management
Case documentation
Documentation skills
Recipient interviewing
Problem solving
Attention to detail
Communication skills
Customer service
Certification
CPR/AED
October 2021 to October 2022, Driver's License
Timeline
Medicaid Eligibility Specialist
TEKsystems
11.2023 - 01.2026Read More
Cook
Island Health and Rehabilitation
06.2022 - 11.2023Read More
Behavior Health Assistant
Dept. of Mental Health
11.2019 - 07.2021Read More
Human Service Assistant
Midland Center
11.2017 - 12.2018Read More
Food Service Assistant
C M Tucker
02.2017 - 09.2017Read More
Cashier
Wal- Mart
02.2015 - 01.2017Read More
Food Service Operator
Food Service
03.2014 - 01.2015Read More
Food Service Assistant
Palmetto Health Richland
03.2013 - 03.2014Read More
Eau Claire High School
High school diploma
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