Debra Benavides

Debra Benavides is a seasoned Human Resources professional specializing in employee benefits, with extensive experience in managing and administering various benefit plans. Currently serving as a Human Resources Business Partner - Benefits at Empower Behavioral Health since September 2021, Debra previously held positions at Texas MedClinic, Zachry Construction Corporation, Alamo Insurance Group, University of Incarnate Word, and Kinetic Concepts, Inc. Debra's responsibilities included preparing mass communications, conducting benefits meetings, processing employee benefits, managing compensation changes, conducting monthly billing reconciliations, and overseeing eligibility processes. Debra holds a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management from Ashford University and an Associate degree in Business Management from Palo Alto College.