Qualifications - 1 year of customer service or customer support experience - 1 year of previous call center or office background experience required - A high school diploma or GED is preferred - Technical savvy (able to toggle between multiple browsers & systems using dual monitors) - Previous experience using Outlook, Word & Excel preferred - Knowledge of CRM systems a plus - Previous remote work from home experience a plus - Quick learner and able to work independently - Type 35 words per minute accurately - Strong phone and verbal communication skills along with active listening - Must be at least 18 years of age - A background check and drug screen applicable with state and federal laws is required - Must be able to speak, read, write and understand English Responsibilities - In this role, you’ll take the lead in addressing customer questions and concerns on all products and services through communication channels such as phone, email and chat - Manage large amounts of inbound calls in a timely manner - Able to work without a script and maintain call control - Identify customers' needs, clarify information, research and provide solutions and/or alternatives - Access company and client resources provided to accurately handle the call - Identify upsell/cross-sell opportunities - Actively participate in efforts to support customer satisfaction and maintain quality - Skillfully change from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure - Ability to multi-task using multiple system pending the clients working environment - Successfully complete all training sessions - Effectively communicate with patience and understanding - Remain positive and professional in all customer interactions - Be available at your desk, maintaining punctuality and attendance at all scheduled times - Apply personal ethics, honesty, initiative, flexibility, responsibility and confidentiality in all areas - Flexibility to cross train as requested - Maintain the utmost confidentiality and security as it pertains to Five Star Call Centers policies - Perform other duties as assigned* Required Skills/Abilities - Strong phone and verbal communication skills along with active listening - Customer focus and adaptability to different personality types - Maintaining composure in challenging situations - Ability to use technology effectively and productively - Regularly required to sit - Regularly required to use hands to feel, handle and control objects - Occasionally required to reach, stoop, kneel, or crouch - Occasionally required to lift and/or carry loads of up to 30 lbs - All standard vision abilities are required - All standard hearing abilities are required