BCBA | Joplin

The ARC of The Ozarks Inc; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 63,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life-ins.

403(b) retirement plan

Vacation and sick-time

Seven paid holidays

Mileage reimbursement

Cell-phone stipend

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Arc of the Ozarks is seeking a Board Certified Behavior Analyst to provide individualized ABA services in the Joplin area. You will work with individuals across age groups, collaborate with families and interdisciplinary teams, and help caregivers implement practical, evidence-based supports.

This is a full-time, salaried/exempt position with a Monday–Friday schedule. Most client sessions occur between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., with local travel and potential mileage reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with a specialization in behavior analysis, education, psychology, or a related field.
• Current Board Certified Behavior Analyst certification in good standing.
• Current Missouri Licensed Behavior Analyst credential in good standing.
• At least one year of professional experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and/or psychiatric diagnoses.
• Strong clinical judgment, analytical thinking, time-management, and communication skills.
• Ability to make data-based recommendations while working collaboratively with clients, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Ability to adapt programming based on client progress, direct observation, team feedback, and contextual needs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct functional behavior assessments, functional analyses, preference assessments, skills assessments, and other validated procedures.
• Develop individualized behavior-support and skill-acquisition programs.
• Create practical data-collection systems and analyze treatment data.
• Monitor progress and modify programming based on data and observations.
• Train caregivers and staff to implement recommended programming accurately.
• Supervise RBTs, ABA staff, practicum students as assigned.
• Participate in client-team meetings and collaborate with families and professionals.

Skills

Strong clinical judgment

Analytical thinking

Time-management

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in behavior analysis, education, psychology, or related field

Job description

Job Details

Job Details: Job Location: Joplin, MO 64804,

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Quick Snapshot

• Location: Joplin, Missouri
• Employment type: Full-time, salaried/exempt
• Schedule: Monday-Friday with scheduling flexibility; most client sessions occur between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
• Pay: $62,500–$70,000 annually, based on directly related experience and qualifications
• Sign-on bonus: $5,000 for eligible hires who are new to The Arc of the Ozarks
• Work setting: Community, residential, educational, and clinical service settings

Why This Role Matters

Build a sustainable BCBA career while helping individuals with disabilities develop skills, increase independence, and direct their own lives.

The Arc of the Ozarks is seeking a Board Certified Behavior Analyst to provide individualized Applied Behavior Analysis services in the Joplin area. You will work with individuals across age groups, collaborate with families and interdisciplinary teams, and help caregivers implement practical, evidence-based supports.

This opportunity may be a strong fit for a BCBA who values meaningful clinical work, professional autonomy, a flexible Monday-Friday schedule, and the stability of an established nonprofit organization.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct functional behavior assessments, functional analyses, preference assessments, skills assessments, and other validated assessment procedures
• Develop individualized behavior-support and skill-acquisition programs
• Create practical data-collection systems and analyze treatment data
• Monitor progress and modify programming based on data, direct observation, team feedback, and contextual fit
• Train caregivers and staff to implement recommended programming accurately and consistently
• Monitor treatment integrity and provide clear, constructive feedback
• Supervise Registered Behavior Technicians, ABA Specialists, and practicum students as assigned
• Participate in client-team meetings and collaborate with families, guardians, service coordinators, direct-support staff, and other professionals
• Provide ABA and positive-behavior-support training to staff
• Maintain composure and provide coaching during behavioral escalations or crisis situations
• Support plans for generalization, maintenance, and the gradual fading of formal supports

Schedule, Location, and Pay

This is a full-time, salaried/exempt position serving individuals in and around Joplin, Missouri.

The schedule is Monday-Friday. Most client sessions occur during the 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. service window, with flexibility in arranging the workday around client and team needs.

Local travel between service settings may be required. Employees may use an available fleet vehicle or receive mileage reimbursement when using a personal vehicle for approved work travel.

Starting salary range $62,500–$70,000 annually, based on directly related experience and qualifications

Eligible candidates who are new to The Arc of the Ozarks may also qualify for a $5,000 sign-on bonus. Full eligibility and payment terms will be provided during the hiring process.

What We’re Looking For

Required

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in behavior analysis, education, psychology, or a related qualifying field
• Current Board Certified Behavior Analyst certification in good standing
• Current Missouri Licensed Behavior Analyst credential in good standing
• At least one year of professional experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and/or psychiatric diagnoses
• Strong clinical judgment, analytical thinking, time-management, and communication skills
• Ability to make data-based recommendations while working collaboratively with clients, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams
• Ability to adapt programming based on client progress, direct observation, team feedback, and contextual needs

Preferred

• Experience providing services in community, residential, educational, or multidisciplinary settings
• Experience training and supervising RBTs, ABA staff, students, or caregivers
• Experience with crisis prevention, crisis intervention, and caregiver coaching
• Proficiency with data collection, graphing, and Microsoft Office

Benefits and Additional Details

Full-time employees are eligible for:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life-insurance eligibility with a zero-day waiting period
• Employer-paid life insurance and AD&D coverage
• Immediate eligibility to enroll in the 403(b) retirement plan
• Employer retirement contribution match of up to 4% after one year of service
• Vacation and sick-time accrual
• Seven paid holidays each year
• A paid day off to celebrate your birthday
• Use of an available fleet vehicle or mileage reimbursement for approved work travel
• Monthly cell-phone reimbursement stipend
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee wellness program
• Potential annual wage increases
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Eligible Verizon, AT&T, and fitness-center discounts

Why Join The Arc

The Arc of the Ozarks is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities as they build greater independence and meaningful connections within their communities.

We are proud of the strong retention within our BCBA team and the continuity that creates for employees, individuals served, families, and support teams. Here, you can apply your clinical expertise across diverse populations and settings while working within a flexible Monday-Friday service model.