Cordellia Clark-Bailey has dedicated over 25 years to recovery ministry, with a deep passion for helping individuals overcome addiction and rebuild their lives. Before joining Shelter KC, she spent more than a decade with the State of Missouri’s Children’s Division, where she managed cases and provided supervision. Feeling called to serve those battling addiction, Cordellia transitioned to Shelter KC, where she began as the Life Skills Director at the Men’s Center. In this role, she developed programs designed to help men successfully reintegrate into the community.

In 2020, Cordellia became the Director of the Women’s Center, where she empowers women facing trauma, addiction, and mental health challenges. She is committed to equipping them with lifelong skills, fostering healthy relationships, and guiding them toward a personal relationship with Christ. Her ultimate goal is to ensure that every woman at Shelter KC is treated with dignity, finds hope, and experiences God’s transformative love.