Chelsea Kay Corley
Newtown,United States
Summary
Accomplished Executive Director recognized for leveraging strong team leadership and development to drive forward progress related to operational needs and clinical integrity. Highly organized, detail-oriented leader skilled in directing high-performing teams to develop solutions and solve operational and clinical problems. Success implementing systems across multiple operational sites with superior organizational and communication skills. Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Clinical Director
Bancroft Network of Schools
01.2022 - Current
- Clinical program management and oversight of all clinical operations for a network of schools serving students with ASD, ID and mental health diagnoses
- Develop and implement strategic initiatives to enhance the quality of clinical services provided, including integration of a Multi-Tier System of Supports framework
- Supervise and mentor an interdisciplinary team of operational and clinical director level staff ensuring their professional growth and development
- Lead the development of Value Propositions and Key Performance metrics
- Chair all school network leadership meetings covering site based and network wide operations.
- Chair of the Process Improvement Council, lead development of the Comprehensive Clinical Therapies Council and member of the ABA Center of Excellence Council
- Risk management operational oversight and decision making
- New business development and grant writing to support launch of programs.
- Streamlined clinical operations for improved efficiency and reduced costs.
Executive Director
MindSource Center, LLC
02.2020 - 04.2021
- Increased organizational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new systems.
- Implemented innovative marketing strategies to raise brand awareness and drive revenue growth.
- Oversaw financial health, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for the organization.
- Operations management and clinical oversight of pediatric clinical services
- Financial analysis and business development during stay at home order including 2 new revenue lines, including telehealth to support clients
- Risk management operational oversight and decision making
- Guided staff through periods of organizational change, maintaining morale and engagement during transitions.
- Led post-COVID recovery plan with improved EBIDA and clinical quality
- Designed and initiated quality assurance methods for behavior technician and BCBA level staff that reflect core values of the company
- Designed and initiated process and measures for Program Supervisor (BCBA) development
- Championed diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts within the organization to create a more inclusive work environment.
- Implemented virtual newsletters to keep families and staff informed during COVID leading to no attrition in either category during initial 6 months of pandemic.
Director of ABA Services
ICAN (formerly Lakeside Center for Autism)
04.2015 - 06.2018
- Led growth of the ABA department by over 300% in 3.5 years, placing Lakeside on Inc Magazine's list of the top 5,000 fastest growing privately owned companies
- Member of senior leadership for the company, partnered with President and other department heads to develop and executive strategic goals
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Supported fiscal health by optimizing billing practices, establishing efficient clinical practices and creating new clinical offerings.
- Risk management operational oversight and decision making
- Oversight of clinical operations home, school and clinic based services.
- Established quality assurance standards to support clinical integrity.
- Direct oversight of 40+ staff members within ABA Department.
- Financial analysis and management of a departmental annual budget of over $4 million in revenue
- Engaged in business management and strategic planning to continue sustainable growth of the organization.
Area Manager
ACES (Comprehensive Educational Services Inc)
02.2014 - 03.2015
- Oversee BCBA supervision of all qualified employees in the region
- Ensure full caseloads for supervisors and behavior interventionists
- Represent ACES at resource fairs
- Customer relationship management within the autism community in the Seattle/Tacoma/Olympia area
- Provide ongoing training to clinical supervisors regarding clinical integrity of programming and overall case management
- Management of front office staff
- Maintain all responsibilities of a clinical supervisor.
Clinical Supervisor
ACES (Comprehensive Educational Services)
04.2013 - 02.2014
- Create and oversee individualized in-home ABA intervention programs for children with autism and related disorders, including writing clear behavioral objectives and instructional plans
- Provide ongoing training to staff and parents through clear instruction and hands-on modeling
- Write progress reports for each client to send to funding sources
- Conduct functional behavior assessments as needed
- Create individualized materials as needed
- Maintain BCBA certification through continuing education.
Program Supervisor
Autism Spectrum Therapies (AST)
07.2010 - 02.2013
- Manage large caseload; conduct field visits, develop client goals, analyze data and monitor client progress
- Recommend, modify and/or design clinically appropriate programs for regional center, school district, insurance and/or privately funded programs
- Write reports in accordance with insurance, IEP or Regional Center standards (for under and over 3 programs)
- Manage and provide direct supervision, training and support to a team of behavior interventionists; monitor staff competency and performance through collection of fidelity and reliability data, assessment of staff competencies; provide ongoing support and training to staff in professional development goals
- Design appropriate program material, including data sheets and program supports
- Provide behavioral support by designing and implementing behavior intervention and support plans
- Collaborate with IEP teams to recommend and/or design appropriate goals, as needed
- Conduct group clinical training meetings and provide individual staff support, training and professional development goals for interventionists at all levels
- Conduct client intake assessments (including but not limited to: functional behavior assessments) and ongoing quarterly assessments, as appropriate
- Conduct monthly team meetings with parents and staff as necessary
- Attend IEP and Planning Team Meetings (regional center) as necessary to facilitate client programs and goals
- Maintain positive working relationships with parents, staff, school districts, regional centers and other sources
- Collaborate with on-site and district speech-language pathologists and occupational therapists
- Provide ongoing support and supervision to BCBA or BCaBA students.
Assistant Teacher
Experimental Education Unit
09.2008 - 06.2010
- Assistant teacher in integrated preschool and extended day autism programs.
Clinician
Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes
01.2008 - 08.2008
Senior Therapist
Center for Autism and Related Disorders
06.2005 - 08.2007
Education
Doctor of Education - EdD - Organizational Leadership
Rockhurst University
08.2025
OBM Specialist Certificate -
ABA Technologies
06.2022
M.Ed., Early Childhood Special Education - Early Childhood Special Education
University of Washington
01.2010
BA, Psychology -
University of Michigan
01.2004
Skills
- Cross-functional Team Leadership and Development
- Clinical & Operational Leadership
- Change Management
- Budget Development & Oversight
- Business Development
- Performance Improvement
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Process Implementation
Additional Information
Kettering, T., & Corley, C .; Creating a Space for Autism. Presented at Better Health for Those Living with Autism and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. Mount Laurel, NJ, April 14, 2023.
Corley, C. ; Inclusion. Presented at DEI Lunch and Learn - Conner Strong & Buckelew - October 28, 2022.
Timeline
Senior Clinical Director
Bancroft Network of Schools
01.2022 - Current
Executive Director
MindSource Center, LLC
02.2020 - 04.2021
Director of ABA Services
ICAN (formerly Lakeside Center for Autism)
04.2015 - 06.2018
Area Manager
ACES (Comprehensive Educational Services Inc)
02.2014 - 03.2015
Clinical Supervisor
ACES (Comprehensive Educational Services)
04.2013 - 02.2014
Program Supervisor
Autism Spectrum Therapies (AST)
07.2010 - 02.2013
Assistant Teacher
Experimental Education Unit
09.2008 - 06.2010
Clinician
Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes
01.2008 - 08.2008
Senior Therapist
Center for Autism and Related Disorders
06.2005 - 08.2007
Doctor of Education - EdD - Organizational Leadership
Rockhurst University
OBM Specialist Certificate -
ABA Technologies
M.Ed., Early Childhood Special Education - Early Childhood Special Education
University of Washington
BA, Psychology -
University of Michigan
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