Chelsea R. O'Hara
Summary
Board Certified Behavior Analyst with 2 years of clinical experience supporting individuals ages 2–24 across clinic, home, and school settings, including nonverbal clients and those with severe challenging behaviors. Skilled in conducting FBAs, developing data-driven BIPs, and implementing trauma-informed, function-based interventions that produce meaningful, measurable outcomes. Demonstrated success in supervising RBTs and BCBA trainees, promoting strong clinical integrity, and fostering a collaborative, family-centered treatment environment. Recognized for exceptional communication, adaptability, and commitment to ethical, client-centered care aligned with the clinical excellence and teamwork emphasized in Tennessee ABA organizations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Consultant - BCBA
Continuum Behavioral Health
03.2024 - Current
- Provide behavioral and clinical oversight for 7–10 clients ages 2–24 across clinic, home, and school settings, including nonverbal clients and those with severe challenging behaviors.
- Design, implement, and monitor individualized BIPs using a trauma-informed, client-centered approach emphasizing safety, rapport, autonomy, and choice.
- Conduct FBAs and administer/interpret assessments (VB-MAPP, Vineland, SRS-2, FAST, QABF) to guide treatment planning and progress evaluation.
- Demonstrate measurable success in reducing high-intensity behaviors and increasing communication, adaptive skills, social functioning, and self-management.
- Analyze behavioral data to track progress, adjust interventions, and ensure outcome-driven, function-based treatment.
- Provide clinical supervision to RBTs, including training, competency evaluations, performance feedback, and in-the-moment coaching to maintain treatment fidelity.
- Supervise BCBA trainees, delivering restricted supervision (modeling, observation, feedback) and assigning/evaluating unrestricted work (data analysis, assessments, BIP development, caregiver training), while supporting professional skill growth.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary providers and fellow BCBAs to promote coordinated, high-quality clinical care.
- Provide caregiver coaching to support skill generalization and consistent behavior strategies across home environments.
- Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with Medicaid, Tricare, Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, BlueCross BlueShield, and other insurance requirements.
- Contribute to a positive, inclusive clinical culture through open communication, reliability, and adherence to ethical, client-centered practice.
RBT Training Specialist
Continuum Behavioral Health
05.2023 - 03.2024
- Continued providing direct ABA services as a Lead RBT, implementing behavior intervention plans and skill-acquisition programs with fidelity under BCBA supervision.
- Served in a leadership role by training and onboarding newly hired RBTs, teaching ABA concepts, treatment integrity expectations, company policies, and role-specific competencies.
- Guided new staff through the RBT certification process, offering structured instruction, practice opportunities, and exam preparation support.
- Delivered ongoing mentorship and peer coaching, supporting clinical skill development, troubleshooting session challenges, and promoting adherence to ethical and organizational standards.
- Modeled high-quality session execution, communication practices, and professionalism to ensure consistency across teams and elevate overall treatment quality.
Lead Registered Behavior Technician
Continuum Behavioral Health
07.2020 - 03.2024
- Provided ABA therapy across diverse client needs, implementing individualized BIPs and skill-acquisition programs with high treatment fidelity under BCBA supervision.
- Built strong rapport with clients and families, communicating progress and concerns while maintaining professionalism and support.
- Collected and documented accurate data on behavior reduction and skill acquisition, reporting significant changes to the BCBA.
- Utilized evidence-based strategies (DTT, NET, prompting, reinforcement) to support communication, social, and adaptive skill development.
- Assisted with crisis intervention and safety procedures for clients displaying challenging or high-risk behaviors.
- Supported training and modeling of ABA procedures for new RBTs, reinforcing best practices and agency standards.
- Maintained a consistent, safe, and structured environment while completing all session notes and documentation in compliance with organizational and payer requirements.
Independent Teacher
Saint Henry School
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Developed and operated a childcare program supporting early developmental milestones for young infants.
- Created and implemented engaging lesson plans using age-appropriate, evidence-based teaching practices.
- Built positive relationships with children and parents to promote a supportive, collaborative learning environment.
Child Care Provider
Bellevue Presbyterian Early Education
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Worked in partnership with parents, co-teachers, and DHS to promote the welfare and education of young children.
- Engaged children using a combination of creativity, active play, and structured activities.
- Identified toddlers who presented with delays to identify areas of need and provided additional help and guidance in the class.
- Created a nurturing environment fostering emotional and social development.
Education
Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
Lipscomb University
Nashville, TN08.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN05.2007
Skills
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA)
- Behavior Intervention Planning (BIP)
- Crisis Management (QBS)
- Skills-Based Treatment (SBT)
- Parent & Caregiver Training
- Social & Adaptive Skill Development
- RBT & BCBA Trainee Supervision
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Data Analysis & Documentation
Certification
- Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
- Licensed Behavior Analyst – Tennessee
- QBS Safety-Care Certified
- CPR & First Aid Certified
- Mandated Reporter Training
Additional Work Experience
O'Hara Family - Work-From-Home Caregiver to Special Needs Child | 2016–2018
Vanderbilt Technology for Advanced Genomics - Research Assistant | 2008–201
Purdue University Obesity Research - Laboratory Technician | 2007–2008
Timeline
Senior Consultant - BCBA
Continuum Behavioral Health
03.2024 - Current
RBT Training Specialist
Continuum Behavioral Health
05.2023 - 03.2024
Lead Registered Behavior Technician
Continuum Behavioral Health
07.2020 - 03.2024
Independent Teacher
Saint Henry School
08.2019 - 05.2020
Child Care Provider
Bellevue Presbyterian Early Education
08.2018 - 07.2019
Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
Lipscomb University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Purdue University