Chelsea Sioxson Laxa, Ma, Bcba Email & Phone Number

Palo Alto, Ca, Us

• Spearheaded strategic operational initiatives by serving as the primary liaison for founders and senior managers, optimizing scheduling and action item delegation to enhance organizational efficiency.• Oversaw financial and operational compliance, ensuring meticulous document management and adherence to regulatory standards.• Drove BCBA team expansion and retention strategies through innovative recruitment campaigns across multiple platforms.

Palo Alto, Ca, Us

• Directed a comprehensive audit of the insurance prepayment clinical validation review process, implementing corrective measures that resolved 80% of discrepancies, enhancing financial integrity.• Oversaw strategic recruitment process, ensuring high-caliber talent acquisition and fostering a robust onboarding experience to drive retention and support company growth.• Conducted meticulous audits of clinical invoicing, achieving a 20% improvement in billing precision contributing to fiscal health and service delivery optimization.

• Strategically led the deployment of educational consultation services, enhancing educator performance by 70%.• Oversaw behavioral support strategies for homeschool assessments, improving instructional quality.• Cultivated partnerships with homeschool entities, private preschools, and community colleges to secure the organization's reputation.

San Jose, California, Us

• Orchestrated a strategic website redesign and modernized online scheduling system, driving a 60% increase in client engagement through appointment bookings.• Developed and executed an advanced in-house training program, enhancing team performance and service delivery.• Expanded service offerings over seven years, scaling community class frequency by 700% to showcase commitment to community outreach and program accessibility.

Palo Alto, Ca, Us

• Spearheaded the development and rollout of an organization-wide RBT training program, enhancing expertise for 20+ behavior specialists.• Directed weekly divisional training sessions and orchestrated annual staff development workshops to foster continuous learning.• Innovated and standardized new BIP templates, leading training sessions using a Behavioral Skills Training methodology.

St. Louis, Mo, Us

• Co-authored a BCBA supervision course on inclusive ethics, enhancing DEI capabilities for behavior analysts.• Led a dynamic DEI workshop at ABAI 2022, receiving positive feedback for addressing practitioners' needs.• Enhanced operational procedures at 2020 Behavior by integrating DEI principles for sustained impact.

Alameda, Ca, Us

• Directed client onboarding process, overseeing initial intakes and assessments for seamless integration of up to 3 new clients monthly.• Managed operational aspect of client services, conducting comprehensive assessments to expedite authorization process.• Liaised with insurance providers like The BHPN and Valley Health Plan for fiscal alignment.

Alameda, Ca, Us

• Spearheaded targeted behavioral supervision programs to refine skill sets of behavior technicians and supervisors, enhancing team efficiency.• Managed a client caseload of 40-60 individuals monthly, achieving over 115 billable hours and maintaining high client satisfaction.• Developed standardized templates for administrative procedures, streamlining processes and boosting overall productivity.

Columbia, Maryland, Us

• Orchestrated functional behavior and educational assessments to develop targeted intervention strategies for client behavioral management.• Developed customized treatment plans with evidence-based interventions, earning acclaim from families, professionals, and insurance providers.• Streamlined workflows by delivering meticulous assessment reports, doubling efficiency in the client authorization process.

Stuart , Fl, Us

• Led training for behavior assistants, RBT's, and Program Managers on company policies and procedures.• Maintained proactive communication with Regional Coordinator for improved service delivery.• Collaborated with stakeholders to enhance interventions and ensure timely completion of client documentation.

Palo Alto, Ca, Us

• Developed personalized treatment plans resulting in an 80% improvement in behavioral outcomes for 3 clients.• Facilitated a training program on a specialized BI platform, enhancing stakeholder skills by 60%.• Received consistent salary raises every 4 months, leading to a 13% increase in compensation.

Santa Clara, Ca, Us

• Managed a team of 50+ direct support staff, ensuring efficient educational support for 70+ students aged 5-22.• Established an annual professional development curriculum, delivering weekly in-service training sessions.• Implemented a school-wide data tracking system resulting in an 80% improvement in data accuracy.

Campbell, Ca, Us

• Oversaw and coordinated workload for 8-13 clients, ensuring efficient and effective service delivery.• Managed a team of 20 direct support technicians, providing guidance for high-quality client care.• Developed and implemented data analysis strategy, resulting in an 80% improvement in key performance indicators.• Created standardized template for stakeholder trainings, enhancing program consistency and effectiveness.

San Jose, California, Us

• Directed operations of a specialized academic instruction program, aligning behavioral & learning principles to facilitate student progress within an SDC classroom.• Fostered collaborative partnerships with a multidisciplinary team, optimizing curriculum development and enhancing stakeholder communication.• Spearheaded the establishment of monthly training sessions and pioneered the district's inaugural resource fair, driving client involvement and customizing professional development.

• Developed sensory-friendly dance curriculum for children with special needs at Purdance Studio• Trained class assistant on behavior management strategies and individualized teaching techniques• Implemented innovative teaching methods to create an inclusive and engaging environment for students

• Implemented ABA/DTT strategies to enhance language, social, and self-help skills for clients.• Generated quarterly progress reports and discharge documents for funding sources.• Collaborated with a team at Center For Behavioral And Educational Services, LLC to provide tailored interventions.

• Researched best practices to increase EEP applicants and maintained correspondence with district GATE coordinators.• Updated EEP alumni files into the computer system for efficient data tracking and storage.

• Implemented individualized lesson plans for exceptional individuals aged 3-5 years old• Assisted with behavior management to create a positive learning environment• Received supervised field training in instruction, supervision, administration, evaluation, and guidance

-Acted as a directed student teacher in a center-based early intervention program for exceptional individuals ages 0-3 years old-Implemented individualized lesson plans based on student needs

Pasadena, Ca, Us

-Provided developmental assessment & intervention for a caseload of children (0-18years) and their families utilizing DIR/Floortime methodology and strategies-Documented clinical service notes and completed billing records for funding sources

-Delivered in-home respite care to 4 children with disabilities on a weekly basis-Support caregivers with meals, chores, and leisure activities-Applied behavior management strategies for challenging behaviors

-Developed and implemented a behavioral psychology experiment about the influence of Pavlovian Conditioning on The Rubber Hand Illusion-Gathered a participant pool, collected data, and analyzed the results-Presented progress and findings at the Western Psychology Conference for Undergraduate Research at St. Mary's College in April of 2012

Bcba Certification, Applied Behavior Analysis

Education Specialist Credential, Education/Teaching Of Individuals In Early Childhood Special Education Programs

Master Of Arts (M.A.), Special Education And Teaching

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Psychology, Dance Minor

High School Diploma, College/University Preparatory And Advanced High School/Secondary Diploma Program

Nanodegree, Ux Design