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Work History
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SARA BEYENE

Dallas,TX

Summary

Certified aba therapist with years of exceptional and documented success improving maladaptive behaviors through applied behavior analysis. Enthusiastic and empathetic professional with passion for helping autistic clients gain productive independence and reduced need for special services. Dedicated to delivering practical and affirming therapy that cultivates new and exciting client skills.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

ABA Therapist

Behavioral Innovations
Dallas, TX
11.2024 - Current
  • Provide one-on-one therapy to children with autism and developmental delays using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) techniques.
  • Collect data on client behaviors and progress to support behavior intervention plans.
  • Collaborate with Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), parents, and other team members to ensure consistent support across environments.
  • Implement behavior reduction and skill acquisition strategies to promote functional independence and communication.

Patient Liaison Lead

Salience Health
Plano, TX
07.2022 - 07.2023
  • Developed training materials and interactive workshops to further goals of patient education plans & improve patient outcomes.
  • Educated patients on various treatment options as recommended by the practice physicians.
  • Built and maintained relationships with public and private practices, community organizations and professional physician groups.
  • Ensured patient volume met weekly KPIs by implementing a focus on patient care to improve patient satisfaction and retention.

Office Administrator

JB Medical Group
Houston, TX
07.2019 - 07.2022
  • Successfully facilitated coordinating schedules for the Medical Group, ensuring there are no conflicts for the physician.
  • Supervised front office activities expertly, including accounts payable and receivable, reception, and mail management.
  • Completed advanced clerical tasks, including account reconciliation and document management.

Community Assistant

American Campus Communities
Arlington, TX
06.2020 - 08.2021
  • Optimized leasing strategies by testing different approaches and incorporating new industry trends. Surveyed surrounding areas to compare and determine market value.
  • Onboarded new community members, arranging tours and Q&A sessions to accommodate each resident.
  • Engaged community members via social media, advertising strategies and direct communication with current and prospective residents.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Public Health

University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX
05-2026

Skills

  • Data collection
  • Behavior intervention
  • Discrete trial teaching
  • Functional communication training
  • Self-management strategies
  • Incidental teaching
  • Natural environment training

Certification

  • Registered Behavior Technician

References

References available upon request.

Community Service

Mutual Assistance Association for Ethiopian Community, Volunteer (2020- 2024)

 Facilitated youth and elder engagement through awareness programs focused on a variety of community issues such as education, physical and mental health outcomes, and equity. Coordinated efforts in a non-profit organizational environment to create events to drive community awareness, led virtual town halls as panel moderator and host, addressing community wellness initiatives.

Timeline

ABA Therapist

Behavioral Innovations
11.2024 - Current

Patient Liaison Lead

Salience Health
07.2022 - 07.2023

Community Assistant

American Campus Communities
06.2020 - 08.2021

Office Administrator

JB Medical Group
07.2019 - 07.2022

Bachelor of Science - Public Health

University of Texas At Arlington