Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
PROFESSIONAL STRENGTHS
Timeline

Shawnisha Finkley

IHSS In Home Support Services
Long Beach
10
years of professional experience

Dedicated customer service and caregiving professional with over eight years of experience delivering exceptional service in retail, call center, and in-home support environments. Skilled in customer relations, cash handling, problem resolution, account support, data entry, and providing compassionate care. Recognized for professionalism, adaptability, strong communication, and the ability to build positive relationships while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, and efficiency in fast-paced settings.

Work History

IHSS Care Provider

2 Years 9 Months
IHSS In Home Support Services | 11.2023 - Current
  • Provide compassionate in-home support while prompting safety, independence, and daily living skills.
  • Assist with daily routines, meal preparation, supervision, and personal care.
  • Monitor well-being and maintain a structured, supportive environment.
  • Build trust through patience, empathy, and effective communication.
  • Maintain confidentiality while providing dependable, high quality care.

Cashier

6 Months
WinCo Foods | 10.2024 - 04.2025
  • Delivered outstanding customer service in a fast-paced grocery environment.
  • Processed cash, debit, credit, and EBT transactions accurately.
  • Balanced cash drawer and provided accurate change.
  • Assisted customers with bagging groceries and resolving questions professionally.
  • Helped maintain an efficient and positive checkout experience.

Customer Service Representative

3 Years 1 Month
TTEC | 04.2020 - 05.2023
  • Handled a high volume of inbound calls regarding unemployment benefits, claims, and eligibility requirements.
  • Assisted customers by answering questions, resolving issues, and providing accurate information about the unemployment claims process.
  • Documented customer interactions and updated account information while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
  • Resolved customer concerns professionally and efficiently, ensuring a positive customer experience.
  • Complied with company policies and procedures while handling sensitive personal and financial information.

Customer Service Representative

5 Months
Alorica | 10.2019 - 03.2020
  • Assisted CVS Pharmacy customers with account inquiries, rewards, billing, and general support.
  • Resolved customer concerns with professionalism and empathy
  • Maintained accurate documentation while protecting confidential customer information
  • Worked efficiently in a high-volume call center environment.

Cashier /Retail Customer Service Associate

3 Months
JCPenney | 10.2018 - 01.2019
  • Processed purchases, returns, and exchanges accurately.
  • Assisted customers with merchandise and product questions.
  • Delivered friendly, professional service while maintaining an organized checkout area.

Customer Service Representative

11 Months
C3/CustomerContactChannels | 11.2017 - 10.2018
  • Assisted health insurance members with claims, enrollment, premium payments, and benefits.
  • Explained coverage information clearly while resolving customer concerns.
  • Maintained confidentiality and excellent customer service standards.

Cashier

1 Month
Dollar Tree | 02.2017 - 03.2017
  • Processed customer purchases accurately using the point-of-sale system.
  • Assisted customers and maintained a clean, organized checkout area.

Research Associate

9 Months
Precision Opinion | 03.2016 - 12.2016
  • Conducted political and consumer opinion surveys with professionalism.
  • Collected and documented responses accurately.
  • Met productivity goals while maintaining confidentiality and data integrity.

Stock Associate

1 Month
Forever 21 | 09.2016 - 10.2016
  • Stocked merchandise and organized inventory.
  • Maintained visual merchandising standards and assisted with store presentation.

Education

High School Diploma

Educationmal Partnership High School | Long Beach, CA

Skills

TECHNICAL SKILLS
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Outlook
Google Workspace
Point-of-Sale (POS) Systems
Data Entry
Basic Computer Skills
CRM Software

PROFESSIONAL STRENGTHS

  • Reliable & Dependable
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Positive Attitude
  • Quick Learner
  • Excellent Communication
  • Adaptable
  • Team Player
  • Customer-Focused
  • Detail-Oriented

Timeline

Cashier

WinCo Foods
10.2024 - 04.2025Read More

IHSS Care Provider

IHSS In Home Support Services
11.2023 - CurrentRead More

Customer Service Representative

TTEC
04.2020 - 05.2023Read More

Customer Service Representative

Alorica
10.2019 - 03.2020Read More

Cashier /Retail Customer Service Associate

JCPenney
10.2018 - 01.2019Read More

Customer Service Representative

C3/CustomerContactChannels
11.2017 - 10.2018Read More

Cashier

Dollar Tree
02.2017 - 03.2017Read More

Stock Associate

Forever 21
09.2016 - 10.2016Read More

Research Associate

Precision Opinion
03.2016 - 12.2016Read More

Educationmal Partnership High School

High School Diploma
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Shawnisha Finkley