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Receptionist
Kelly Clarke

Kelly Clarke

Adelaide,SA

Summary

Highly organised, self-motivated Investigator with over 20 years’ experience. Works effectively under pressure with the ability to prioritise competing deadlines and adapt to change.


Responsible for handling complaints that have been escalated due to their sensitive or high-risk nature. Ability to negotiate best outcomes while liaising cross-functionally to come up with an alternative resolution.

An active listener who shows empathy, is respectful and provides clear communication.


Extensive experience in managing a small team in Investigations and Asset Recovery. Respected team player with a willingness to take on additional tasks and responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Lead Investigator

Move Yourself Trailer Hire Australia
08.2000 - Current
  • Effectively manage a diverse range of complaints as escalated, due to their sensitive or high-risk nature.
  • Manage a team of two (Investigation & Recovery Department), conducting investigations into customers that have failed to comply with their contractual obligations.
  • Collect, analyse and interpret information, documentation, and physical evidence to provide informed and confidential advice to Service Technicians (ST). This advice provides key information in the development of a recovery plan to ensure a smooth and safe operation.
  • Navigate sensitive and high-risk situations (such as domestic violence, family death, etc.) to arrange retrieval of outstanding assets.
  • Provide factual information to the relevant authorities and coordinate Police attendance (where necessary) when repossessing assets, to assist in a safer recovery.
  • Engage and build relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
  • Collate evidence and prepare comprehensive reports required by external stakeholders (such as local Councils, Police, Courts, Debt Collectors, ACCC, Insurance Agencies) to comply with National investigations, Subpoenas and other similar requests.
  • Prepare for and attend Court hearings representing Move Yourself Trailer Hire Australia.

Fundraising Committee

Ronald McDonald House Adelaide
01.2005 - 10.2012

Ronald McDonald House Charities SA is located on Melbourne Street, Adelaide, a short walk to the Women's and Children's Hospital and can house up to 20 families at any time. Established to assist families needing to be close by to the hospital whilst their child undergoes treatment.

  • Secretary to the Fundraising Committee, raising funds for the families of the House that the charity dollar could not buy.
  • Minute taking
  • Event organisation, including the end of year Christmas Party which caters for over 200 families

Overnight Volunteer

Ronald McDonald House Charities Adelaide
05.2004 - 10.2012
  • Managing up to 10 families overnight from 5pm till 8am the following day by assisting with their needs
  • Clean and maintain 4 kitchens, large dining area and 2 living spaces, ensuring the house is ready for the families in the morning.
  • Participated in volunteer orientations and training sessions to learn about organisational changes and updates.

Service Station Attendant

Liberty St Agnes
11.1998 - 08.2000
  • Performed store opening duties, including receiving morning deliveries and checking equipment.
  • Maintained a clean and orderly workstation.
  • Facilitated sales of services and goods.
  • Maintained inventory of all saleable items.
  • Count and check till

Education

Completed Year 12 Successfully -

Tyndale Christian School
Salisbury East, SA
1998

Skills

  • Effective Communication
  • Active and empathetic listener
  • Critical Thinking
  • De-Escalation Techniques
  • Time Management
  • Multitasking Ability
  • Case Management
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Microsoft Office Suite

Certification

Diploma in Management


Managing Difficult Customers


Qualified Mental Health First Aid Officer


Phishing Training & Prevention


Workplace Infectious Control

Additional Information

  • Up-to-date Covid 19 vaccination.
  • Current drivers licence and own vehicle.

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote

I'd rather the pain of discipline than the pain of regret.
Jim Rohn

Timeline

Fundraising Committee

Ronald McDonald House Adelaide
01.2005 - 10.2012

Overnight Volunteer

Ronald McDonald House Charities Adelaide
05.2004 - 10.2012

Lead Investigator

Move Yourself Trailer Hire Australia
08.2000 - Current

Service Station Attendant

Liberty St Agnes
11.1998 - 08.2000

Completed Year 12 Successfully -

Tyndale Christian School

Diploma in Management


Managing Difficult Customers


Qualified Mental Health First Aid Officer


Phishing Training & Prevention


Workplace Infectious Control

Kelly Clarke