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Sarai Nelson

Tempe,AZ

Summary

Healthcare Operations • Executive Strategy & Systems Leadership • Behavioral Health Expertise

Executive operations leader with 10+ years of experience directing cross-functional operations within healthcare and behavioral health organizations. Proven track record overseeing multi-department functions including scheduling, marketing coordination, client success, HR collaboration, and revenue cycle operations. Trusted partner to executive leadership known for building scalable operational infrastructure, aligning teams, and implementing systems that improve efficiency, care coordination, and sustainable organizational growth. Brings a strong foundation in behavioral science and a deep understanding of how operational systems support effective mental health and healthcare services.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Administrative Director | Operations Lead

Building Block Resolutions
08.2016 - Current

Executive operations leader responsible for overseeing administrative and operational infrastructure supporting behavioral health services across multiple care settings.


• Direct cross-department operations including scheduling, client success, marketing coordination, HR support, and revenue cycle collaboration, ensuring alignment between administrative and clinical teams.
• Oversee workforce planning and scheduling for 85+ clinicians and staff, optimizing service coverage across home, school, and community-based care settings.
• Partner with executive leadership to develop and implement operational systems that support organizational growth, service expansion, and improved internal coordination.
• Collaborate with HR on recruitment coordination, onboarding processes, staffing strategy, and employee performance support to strengthen workforce stability.
• Work closely with Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) and billing teams to ensure scheduling, authorizations, and documentation align with reimbursement requirements and operational workflows.
• Designed and implemented standardized client intake and onboarding systems, improving operational efficiency and reducing delays in service initiation.
• Strengthened cross-department collaboration between scheduling, intake, billing, and clinical teams to improve service coordination and operational visibility.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA and healthcare regulatory standards across administrative processes and internal documentation systems.
• Supervise and mentor administrative staff while establishing workflow structures, operational priorities, and accountability systems to support organizational performance.
• Manage operational relationships with school districts, insurance providers, and community partners to support coordinated service delivery.

Property Manager

Public Storage
06.2014 - 07.2016

• Oversaw daily operations of multiple storage facilities, ensuring operational efficiency, customer service standards, and vendor coordination.
• Managed property maintenance schedules and vendor relationships to maintain facility performance and operational compliance.
• Implemented marketing and outreach initiatives that increased occupancy and strengthened community engagement.
• Supervised staff and trained team members on operational procedures and customer service protocols.

Store Sales Manager

MetroPCS Corporate Store
08.2011 - 06.2014

• Led retail sales team to consistently achieve monthly revenue targets through training, coaching, and performance management.
• Managed daily store operations including inventory oversight, sales reporting, and compliance with company policies.
• Analyzed sales data to identify trends and improve promotional strategies that increased customer engagement.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Sciences

Maricopa Community Colleges, South Mountain Community College
Phoenix, AZ

Associate of Arts - Behavioral Sciences

Maricopa Community Colleges, South Mountain Community College
Phoenix, AZ

Skills

    Healthcare Operations Leadership
    Operational Strategy & Process Optimization
    Workforce Planning & Client/Staff Utilization
    Client Intake & Service Coordination
    Cross-Department Operations Management
    HR Collaboration & Workforce Development
    Revenue Cycle Collaboration (RCM)
    Regulatory Compliance & HIPAA Governance
    Staff Training, Coaching & Performance Management
    Executive Leadership & Stakeholder Collaboration
    School District, Vendor & Community Partnerships

Languages

English
Spanish

Timeline

Administrative Director | Operations Lead

Building Block Resolutions
08.2016 - Current

Property Manager

Public Storage
06.2014 - 07.2016

Store Sales Manager

MetroPCS Corporate Store
08.2011 - 06.2014

Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Sciences

Maricopa Community Colleges, South Mountain Community College

Associate of Arts - Behavioral Sciences

Maricopa Community Colleges, South Mountain Community College