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Grace Owen

Mount Pleasant,UT

Summary

Qualified Member Advocate with solid background in member advocacy and education. Adept at resolving complex member issues and enhancing satisfaction through effective communication and problem-solving. Demonstrated the ability to use past teaching experience and quick learning skills to be successful in a new professional field.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Member Advocate 2

PURE Insurance
06.2024 - Current
  • Developed positive relationships with members and coworkers to foster trust and loyalty.
  • Uses empathy and strong problem solving skills to diffuse difficult situations and address complex issues efficiently.
  • Identified potential risks or conflicts and used critical thinking skills to find a solution.
  • Skilled in simplifying complex topics for better understanding.
  • Assisted in the development of training materials to improve new employee onboarding.
  • Assisted in the development of training materials to reinforce best practices and implement new strategies for employees.
  • Consistently met or exceeded performance standards to quickly progress from an AMA to MA 2.

Member Advocate 1

PURE Insurance
08.2023 - 06.2024
  • Used strong time management and organizational skills to manage high workload.
  • Managed escalations effectively to ensure successful outcomes.
  • Identified potential risks or conflicts and used critical thinking skills to find a solution.
  • Adapted quickly to changing demands to deliver exceptional support and service.
  • Maintained detailed and accurate information within claim files.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating with colleagues and maintaining positive relationships across departments.

Associate Member Advocate

PURE Insurance
01.2023 - 08.2023
  • Worked with other departments as needed to resolve matters impacting member experiences positively.
  • Improved response time by optimizing workflow processes within the role.
  • Enhanced member satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing timely resolutions.
  • Educated members on available resources and services to increase member engagement.
  • Completed tasks from a variety of sources timely and accurately.
  • Provided a welcoming and calm demeanor when speaking with members, brokers, and third party claimants.

Science Teacher and Science Department Chair

Berkeley County School District
08.2021 - 06.2022
  • Completed trainings and read current publications to stay updated on changes in education and best practices.
  • Created and delivered professional development sessions.
  • Analyzed and interpreted data to present to coworkers and various levels of management.
  • Utilized assessments to collect and monitor data, write reports, and adapt.
  • Assisted with the development and revision of curricula to improve learning outcomes.
  • Examined department needs to construct budget for supplies and other educational needs.

Math Teacher and STEM Educational Specialist

Charter Schools USA
08.2017 - 06.2021
  • Conducted data analysis independently and with leadership.
  • Chose and implemented program curricula and collaborated with instructors to align teaching strategies to meet educational goals.
  • Conducted data analysis based on performance scores to individualize student learning.
  • Expertly applied latest teaching tools and classroom methodologies.
  • Worked closely with technical specialists in modernization of training materials.
  • Sourced or wrote curricula and lesson plans for various subjects on a variety of learning levels.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Education

Charleston Southern University
Charleston, SC
05-2017

Skills

Insurance Claims, Teaching, Adult Education, Customer Service, Data-Driven Planning, Detailed Oriented, Flexible, Organized, Positive Mindset, Self Starter, Team Player

Timeline

Member Advocate 2

PURE Insurance
06.2024 - Current

Member Advocate 1

PURE Insurance
08.2023 - 06.2024

Associate Member Advocate

PURE Insurance
01.2023 - 08.2023

Science Teacher and Science Department Chair

Berkeley County School District
08.2021 - 06.2022

Math Teacher and STEM Educational Specialist

Charter Schools USA
08.2017 - 06.2021

Bachelor of Science - Education

Charleston Southern University
Grace Owen