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Karyn Parkes

South Windsor,NSW

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record in enhancing customer service and team efficiency, notably reducing call wait times at Cibavision by over 98%. Excelled at Muddy Boots Preschool by streamlining operations and fostering a nurturing environment. Brings superior communication skills, a creative mindset, and a passion for teamwork and customer interaction.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Childcare Educator/Trainee

Muddy Boots Preschool
04.2021 - Current

Enhanced children's cognitive and social development by implementing age-appropriate activities and games.

Promoted positive reinforcement techniques, fostering a nurturing learning environment for all children.

Streamlined daily routines, resulting in increased efficiency and smoother classroom operations.

Collaborated with parents to address individual child needs and discuss progress reports regularly.

Responsible for Office Duties including responding to and preparing for mandatory regulatory accreditation and assessment visits in accordance with legislative requirements. Maintenance and updating of policies and procedures

Therapy Assistant

Lawler Family
02.2019 - 04.2021

Assisting a young boy with Spina Bifida with multiple therapies including speech, home learning and fine motor skill development. I helped to improve his progress by implementing and tailoring therapy plans under the supervision of licensed therapists.

Assisted him with exercises and activities, resulting in increased mobility and overall wellbeing.

Monitored his progress, adjusting treatment plans to optimize outcomes and achieve therapy goals.

Enhanced his experience by providing compassionate care and fostering a supportive environment during sessions.

Retail Assistant/Visual Merchandiser

Nextra Top Ryde
01.2016 - 04.2017

Boosted customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and addressing inquiries efficiently.

Enhanced store appearance through diligent merchandising and regular upkeep of displays.

Managed inventory with accuracy, ensuring optimal product levels and minimizing stock discrepancies.

Collaborated with team members to accomplish sales goals and improve overall store performance.

Provided superior Customer service by interacting with customers proactively, identifying needs and offering suitable product recommendations when required.

Security Call Centre Monitor/Operator

Securenet
01.2014 - 06.2015

Monitoring all aspects of security in an in and outbound security call centre - liaising with a wide range of clients from professional services to private individuals.

Promoted to primary contact point for cleaning up the system and ensuring relationships and contracts were valid and current.

Inbound Call Centre Operator/Customer Service Supervisor

Cibavision
07.2005 - 07.2009

Initially employed as inbound customer service operator for a contact lens company taking calls from Optometrists and their staff ordering a range of products. The role additionally involved liaising with Sales teams and being responsible for territory management. Skills required included data entry and maintenance of paperwork and providing superior fast paced Customer Service and maintaining positive relationships both externally and internally.

Promoted to Customer Service Supervisor responsible for a team of 15. All aspects of managing a team from rostering, performance reviews, budgeting, liaising and relationship building with management and customers. Played a pivotal role in achieving a call wait time reduction from over 3 minutes to 3 seconds without compromising quality of service .

Inbound Call Center Operator/Lead Sales & Service

Commonwealth Bank Of Australia, CBA
02.1999 - 06.2005

Inbound call centre operator dealing with customer enquiries about their accounts, problem solving and on sale opportunities ( eg investments, credit cards etc)

Lead Sales and Service Representative supporting the Team Leader in all aspects of running the team including training and support

Skills

  • Superior communications skills - both written and verbal
  • Positive "can-do" attitude
  • Passion for customer service and interaction with people
  • Organisation skills
  • Ability to work as part of a team or autonomously as required
  • Attention to detail
  • Creative thinker
  • Open to development of skills and learning new ones

Timeline

Childcare Educator/Trainee

Muddy Boots Preschool
04.2021 - Current

Therapy Assistant

Lawler Family
02.2019 - 04.2021

Retail Assistant/Visual Merchandiser

Nextra Top Ryde
01.2016 - 04.2017

Security Call Centre Monitor/Operator

Securenet
01.2014 - 06.2015

Inbound Call Centre Operator/Customer Service Supervisor

Cibavision
07.2005 - 07.2009

Inbound Call Center Operator/Lead Sales & Service

Commonwealth Bank Of Australia, CBA
02.1999 - 06.2005
Karyn Parkes