PAMELA VIRGINIA SAUNDERS
adyyi5@r.postjobfree.com 412-***-**** Pittsburgh, PA 15210
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
25 years experience in Mellon Bank Trust and Endowment Area.
Skills
Office Equipment Operations
Customer Service-Oriented
Data Entry and Database Software
Courteous and Professional
Positive Attitude and Energetic
Microsoft Office
Attention to Detail
Verbal and Written Communication
Multitasking and Prioritization
Administrative Support
Customer Service
Greeting and Seating Clients
PC Proficient
Data Entry
Reliable & Trustworthy
Critical Thinking
Computer Skills
Basic Math
Conflict Resolution
First Aid/CPR
Active Listening
Friendly, Positive Attitude
Organizational Skills
People Skills
Good Work Ethic
Experience
Receptionist Christian Home Health Care - Pittsburgh, PA 12/2022 - Current
Answered and directed incoming calls using multi-line telephone system.
Housing Counseling Specialist Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh, PA 02/2009 - 01/2021
Found affordable housing options for various CYF families.
Educated clients on lease and rental agreements.
Communicated with housing managers and rental agencies on behalf of clients.
Assisted clients with permanent housing transitions.
Maintained accurate records and documented client data in company databases.
Made referrals to utilize community resources for resident's needs.
Guided clients through transition to independent living within community.
Empowered patients and families to negotiate with resource providers and make decisions on own behalf.
Interviewed potential clients, collecting personal information to determine eligibility for social assistance.
Program and Administrative Assistant Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh, PA 10/2007 - 02/2009
Oversaw heavy load of administrative tasks while verifying accuracy and prompt completion of paperwork.
Organized personal and professional calendars to streamline office communications, scheduling and initiatives.
Planned and executed special program outreach such as seminar speakers and tours to boost interest and program buy-in.
Designed and implemented program policies, frameworks and toolkits for change management processes.
Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents, maintaining front desk and reception area in neat and organized fashion.
Kept office equipment functional and supplies well-stocked to promote efficient operations.
Responded to customer issues to provide immediate resolution and improve retention.
Set up workshops, conferences and meetings by scheduling and reserving rooms and preparing supplies.
Education and Training
Temple University Philadelphia, PA 05/2016
Credentialing for Strength Based Family Training
University of Phoenix Tempe, AZ 09/2013
Associate of Arts: Criminal Justice
Counselors Corner Pittsburgh, PA
Extensive training in Housing Counseling. Financial Literacy, and Credit and Budgeting
Credit Smart Training Series for New Instructors
Avoid Foresclosure Training
Accomplishments
Associate Degree in Criminal Justice
25 years' experience in Mellon Bank Trust and Endowment Area