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ResponsibilitiesOversees a team of Call Center Specialists. Assists Call Center Manager with training, recruiting, coaching and monitoring and reporting results. Provides regular ongoing coaching to Call Center Specialists for performance and development.
Develops relationships with team members to build trust and rapport. The supervisor partners with each team member to increase performance and development in a supportive environment through coaching and day to day engagement.Provides daily and weekly coaching to Call Center Specialists in the form of one on ones, side by sides and follow ups.Thoroughly documents coaching and interactions with Call Center Specialists on a regular basisMonitors calls for trends and opportunities for coachingSets performance goals that align with company’s overall objectivesAddresses problems with work quality, issues between employees and other concerns in an effective, timely manner. Develops performance improvement plans and initiates corrective action as needed.Serves as link between Call Center Specialists and upper managementHandles complicated customer requests for which Call Center Specialists cannot respond.Conducts performance reviews, motivates team members and creates solutions to boost productivityWorks with other departments to ensure quality control and real time schedule adherenceMaintains a working knowledge of sales and marketing software, programs and technology used. Guides Call Center Specialists to keep system data current.Monitors and adjusts time keeping in KRONOS for daily schedules, floating holidays and PTO timeFacilitates huddles and team meetings weekly
This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.
QualificationsEducation and Experience
A Bachelor’s Degree (B.A. or B.S.) from a four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Customer service, work leadership and sales experience is preferred. An interest or background in human services, healthcare or senior living or a personal connection through a family member’s experience of Senior Living products is preferred.
Certifications, Licenses, and other Special Requirements
If the particular position is home-based, an adequate home office (high speed internet access and a quiet environment conducive to phone work) is required.
Management/Decision Making
Applies existing guidelines and procedures to make varied decisions. Uses sound judgment and experience to solve moderately complex problems based on precedent, example, reasonableness or a combination of these.
Knowledge and Skills
Is able to convey compassion, respect, courage and passion through coaching and communications that engage Call Center Specialists in trusting relationships. Has a working knowledge of a skill or discipline that requires basic analytic ability. Has an overall understanding of the work environment and process. Maintains an active, working knowledge of current competition and any new entrants, utilizing Brookdale’s Competitive Intelligence database and other resources. Ability to operate personal computers and related software. Ability to effectively manage time, tasks and projects in a dynamic environment is required. Ability to effectively listen and communicate verbally and in writing is essential. As appropriate for select situations, must be a self-starter who excels in organizational and time-management skills.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
StandingRequires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendorsWalkingSittingOccasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverageUse hands and fingers to handle or feelReach with hands and armsStoop, kneel, crouch, or crawlTalk or hearExposure to latexAbility to lift: Up to 25 pounds Possible exposure to blood-borne pathogensRequires Travel: OccasionallyVision
Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.