CHRISTOPHER BARATZ
Boxford
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at MassHealth and Local 509 SEIU. Adept in expansive Medicaid knowledge and exceptional communication. Spearheaded a team of 30, enhancing productivity and performance. Expert in staff training and development, coupled with strong problem-solving abilities, ensuring compliance and efficiency in fast-paced environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Chapter President
Local 509 SEIU
10.2022 - Current
- Successfully developed and managed an executive team of 30 members, demonstrating strong leadership and organizational skills
- Coordinated daily meetings to ensure goals and objectives are being met, showcasing exceptional communication skills
- Monitored team productivity and performance to support goals
- Assigned, prioritized, and delegated tasks and responsibility to other elected officers
- Created weekly schedules based on staffing needs, and employee requests
- Mentored and trained new stewards on policies and procedures
- Provided support for workers by addressing complaints quickly and efficiently, displaying exceptional customer service skills
Benefits Eligibility Social Worker
Commonwealth of Massachusetts/ MassHealth
03.2014 - Current
- Compiled detailed reports on client progress, eligibility determinations, and other documentation required by state and federal regulations
- Conducted interviews with clients to ensure accuracy of information provided in applications, documentation and renewals
- Stayed current with changes in rules, laws and procedures to maintain timeliness and accuracy
- Explained program requirements in detail to potential participants and answered their questions about the application process
Security Director
Allied Barton
06.2008 - 06.2014
- Managed a team of security personnel, providing guidance and training for staff development
- Supervised subordinate security professionals, assigned work and evaluated performance
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned specific duties
Education
Bachelors - Criminal Justice, Sociology
University of Massachusetts Lowell
Lowell, MA05.2011
Skills
- Strong Leadership
- Expansive Medicaid knowledge
- Organizational Skills
- Staff Training and Development
- Time Management
- Active Listening
- Excellent Communication
- Problem-solving abilities
Awards
Graduate of Aspiring Supervisor Program
Timeline
Chapter President
Local 509 SEIU
10.2022 - Current
Benefits Eligibility Social Worker
Commonwealth of Massachusetts/ MassHealth
03.2014 - Current
Security Director
Allied Barton
06.2008 - 06.2014
Bachelors - Criminal Justice, Sociology
University of Massachusetts Lowell
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