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Christiana Okwara

London

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented professional with a proven track record at Kairos Community Trust, adept in document management and exceptional in fostering customer relationships. Skilled in administrative procedures and excelling in high-pressure situations, I bring a blend of digital literacy and active listening to enhance organizational efficiency and client satisfaction.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Administrative Support Worker (Volunteer)

Kairos Community Trust
London
09.2024 - Current
  • Created and maintained filing systems for hard copy and electronic records.
  • Answered incoming calls, directed calls to appropriate personnel, took messages and responded to inquiries in a timely manner.
  • Inputted data into databases accurately and efficiently while maintaining confidentiality of information.
  • Performed general office duties such as ordering supplies, sorting mail, photocopying documents.
  • Greeted visitors at the front desk; provided assistance as needed.
  • Handled incoming and outgoing correspondence, including email, mail, and package deliveries, ensuring timely distribution.
  • Pleasantly welcomed visitors and maintained the front reception desk.
  • Take referrals and assessments over the phone and face-to-face.
  • Complete housing benefit online.
  • Observe and record the medication taken in the system.
  • Check-in residence.
  • Maintain the waiting list.
  • Conduct breathalyzing and bag searches for new admissions.
  • Collecting medication from the pharmacy and recording it.
  • Counting medication and recording it for residence leaving.

Assistant Manager/Support Worker (domiciliary)

Baganton Care Services
London
07.2020 - 11.2023
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for employees to identify areas of improvement.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of operations.
  • Developed a system for tracking inventory and ordering supplies as needed.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
  • Monitored employee attendance records, timekeeping, and payroll information.
  • Managed customer service inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
  • Resolved conflicts between team members in an effective manner.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of company products and services.
  • Organized training sessions for new hires to familiarize them with the workplace environment.
  • Communicated regularly with customers to gain insights into their needs.
  • Collaborated with management on developing strategic plans for achieving business goals.
  • Analyzed data from surveys or feedback forms to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.
  • Served as a liaison between staff members and senior management personnel.

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Customer Services Officer (call Centre)

Hays Recruitment ltd (Nursing & Midwifery Council
London
06.2023 - 10.2023
  • Answered customer inquiries over the phone and through email, all over the globe.
  • Work within the set objectives and targets outlined in the key performance indicators (KPIs).
  • Ensure the highest standards of quality, and adhere to the standards set out for quality, monitoring, and survey.
  • Provide excellence in all interactions.
  • Resolved customer complaints regarding services or products in a professional manner.
  • Assisted customers in navigating the website, placing orders, and completing payments.
  • Provided customers with product information and resolved their issues in a timely manner.
  • Liaise with other departments to resolve customer complaints.
  • Provided technical support to assist customers with troubleshooting software or hardware problems.

Customer Service Officer

Hays Recruitment ltd (Lewisham Homes)
London
07.2022 - 12.2022
  • Provided customer service in a courteous and professional manner.
  • Resolved customer issues in an efficient and timely manner.
  • Educated customers on products and services offered by the company.
  • Dealing with incoming and outgoing mail, and recording it in the system.
  • Deal with inquiries over the phone and email in a timely manner.
  • Provided general administrative support, including filing documents.
  • Answered incoming calls with a positive attitude, and asked questions to better understand customer needs.
  • Communicated information to customers about product quality, value and style.
  • De-escalated problematic customer concerns, maintaining calm, friendly attitude .
  • Used approved scripts to de-escalate angry customers during telephone interactions.

Support Worker

Winlight Recruitment ltd
London
10.2019 - 04.2021
  • Provided emotional and practical support to vulnerable adults.
  • Assisted clients with personal care, such as showering and dressing.
  • Monitored client wellbeing and reported any changes or concerns to relevant staff members.
  • Reported any incidents or accidents in accordance with company policy and procedure.
  • Delivered one-to-one sessions focused on developing communication skills, problem solving techniques, self-confidence building.
  • Maintained accurate records of client progress using computer systems or paper files in line with data protection regulations.
  • Actively encouraged service users to make decisions about their own lives where appropriate.
  • Managed challenging behaviour from clients in a calm manner by utilising de-escalation techniques.
  • Assisted in the development of social skills through group activities and one-on-one interactions.
  • Support children with autism between the ages of 5 and 18years

Rent Officer/Customer Service Officer

Southwark Council
London
10.2003 - 03.2015
  • Actively manage and monitor all rent arrears cases on a weekly basis, taking action and early intervention.
  • Coordinating tenancy management and rent collections to ensure all housing management income is collected effectively.
  • Communicate with other teams, departments, and outside agencies.
  • Delivering outstanding housing services to the vulnerable residents
  • Conduct a benefit assessment and advise tenants on rent obligations during sign-up.
  • Resolving rent arrears issues.
  • negotiating repayment plans with tenants.
  • Conduct administrative duties in line with the rent arrears policy and procedure.
  • Court attendance.
  • Follow the rent arrears escalation policy

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Health And Social Care Level 3 and 5

Achieving Excellence, London

Some College (No Degree) - Customer Service Level 1

Southwark College, London

Some College (No Degree) - Housing Studies

Hackney Community College, London

Some College (No Degree) - Mandatory care training

Social Care TV, London

Skills

  • Administrative procedures
  • Professional correspondence
  • Excellent communication
  • Mail handling
  • Document management
  • Remain clam in challenging situations
  • Problem solving
  • Records retrieval
  • Multi-task management
  • Digital literacy
  • Document control
  • Willingness to continually learn and develop
  • Negotiation
  • Time Management
  • Customer service
  • Being patience
  • Active listening

Timeline

Administrative Support Worker (Volunteer) - Kairos Community Trust
09.2024 - Current
Customer Services Officer (call Centre) - Hays Recruitment ltd (Nursing & Midwifery Council
06.2023 - 10.2023
Customer Service Officer - Hays Recruitment ltd (Lewisham Homes)
07.2022 - 12.2022
Assistant Manager/Support Worker (domiciliary) - Baganton Care Services
07.2020 - 11.2023
Support Worker - Winlight Recruitment ltd
10.2019 - 04.2021
Rent Officer/Customer Service Officer - Southwark Council
10.2003 - 03.2015
Achieving Excellence - Some College (No Degree), Health And Social Care Level 3 and 5
Southwark College - Some College (No Degree), Customer Service Level 1
Hackney Community College - Some College (No Degree), Housing Studies
Social Care TV - Some College (No Degree), Mandatory care training
Christiana Okwara