OBJECTIVE: Customer Service/Benefits Enroller/Telesales
CORE COMPETENCIES
Bilingual: Fluent in English and Spanish
Skilled in office procedures, equipment and Microsoft Office
Monitored and maintained confidential files HIPAA compliance
Excellent Customer Service skills
Detail and result oriented team player
Possess a strong work ethic, self- motivated and aptitude for learning new software programs
Licenses: Life, Health and Accident
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Business Education Options in Office Administration and Marketing
California State University Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA
Certificate in Management
Redlands University, Redlands, CA
Los Angeles Valley College, Los Angeles, CA
Human Resources Academy
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
LTCG – Customer Service Representative
Long Term Care Group Via Insight Global/Arlington, VA - 06/2021 – 11/2021
Answered and responded to telephone inquiries regarding Long Term Care benefit administration and policy owner eligibility, benefits and payment status in a call center environment using multiple screens
Documented all calls and related correspondence using the LTCG insurance systems and other proprietary tools and office processes, followed-up calls and pending service requests.
Provided prompt, courteous and excellent service to internal and external customers at all times. Actively cooperated and interacted with other departments requesting and reviewing quotes for members
Handled multiple products and services intermittently while meeting established service requirements and standards.
Acted with a sense of urgency and took ownership regarding aspects of call management and escalation of issues. Ensured issues are referred to appropriate areas leveraging internal relationships to ensure efficient issue resolution and involving leadership when necessary.
Performed other duties and projects as assigned, mailed requested information regarding their long-term policy. This includes updating databases and recording information in the proper location.
ATCS - Case Manager
ATCS - Renters Assistance Program Via Insight Global/Arlington, VA - 03/2021 - 06/2021
Provided virtual support to renters and landlords applying for financial assistance to prevent renter displacement as a result of economic impacts caused by COVID
Reviewed and evaluated applications for financial assistance and coordinated with applicants to verify and collect information required to complete the application process
Assisted with issue resolution and coordinated with supervisors on process changes
Worked remotely and independently according to a pre-set schedule. Served as the day-to-day point of contact for applicants and performed inbound and outbound calls
Ensured delivery of the program in accordance with all relevant federal and state rules and requirements, including the secure handling of confidential data
Completed all training requirements and adhered to company policies and procedures
Sales Floor Support/Merchandise and Inventory/Customer Service
J.C. Penney, Northridge, CA – 09/2019 – 01/2020
Provided excellent service to customers, approached them and assisted in their selection
Promoted Sales by offering reward programs and opened accounts for new customers
Utilized cash register and mobile devices in express checkout. Provided support for Women’s, Juniors and Children departments. Performed other duties as assigned by manager
Sales Associate/Customer Service
Nordstrom Rack, Porter Ranch, CA – 02/2019 – 06/2019
Responsible and accountable for keeping the department runway ready
Remerchandised, displayed, re-ticketed and performed other duties according to procedures
Provided the best service to customers, approached them and assisted in their selection
Promoted Sales by offering rewards program accounts. Utilized cash register and mobile devices in express checkout. Provided sales floor support for different departments of the store
Health Plan Benefits Enroller
HIXME, Westlake Village, CA – 10/2017 – 02/2019
Answered inbound calls from employees inquiring about their employers’ group benefits and made outbound calls to members and providers in a call center environment
Explained in detail their benefits concerning health, dental, vision and supplemental plans
Enrolled group employees in various health insurance options suitable to their individual needs
Provided information on selected providers under PPO, HMO, EPO networks
Researched and navigated through various programs. Enrolled employees in their benefits
Completed documentation, recorded and updated information in the database of all activities
Health Plan Advisor/Bilingual Inside Sales Agent
Anthem Blue Cross Via Populus Group, Woodland Hills, CA – 10/2013 – 04/2017
Responsible for the retention of existing members handling inbound and outbound telephone calls
in a call center environment tracking every call and documenting daily in databases
Accountable for increasing member retention by working with members who received rate increases
Completed applications with customers over the phone, provided quotes, recommended different options and also assisted them in enrolling on line. Utilized scripts for discovery on specific needs
Optimized closing opportunities utilizing all sales tools and resources and cross-sell additional products
Maintained efficient record keeping system and ensure all business is tracked in salesforce processes
Worked cooperatively and professionally with departmental and inter-departmental colleagues
Ability to work independently and in a team environment with limited supervision
Attended department meetings, trainings and became certified and licensed to sell in fourteen states