Behavior Analyst - SEMORS Poplar Bluff

State of Missouri; Poplar Bluff (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Job summary

State of Missouri is seeking a Lead Behavior Analyst to design and implement behavior support plans for residents in crisis care. You will supervise staff, assess behaviors, and train teams to apply plans effectively.

The role emphasizes collaboration with multidisciplinary colleagues and external partners. Qualified candidates hold a Missouri Behavior Analyst license and BCBA certification, with strong observation and communication skills.

Qualifications

• This role requires a current Missouri Behavior Analyst license and BCBA certification.
• Strong observational abilities and data-driven decision making are essential.
• Excellent collaboration with staff, families, and stakeholders is required.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills are necessary.
• Experience with developmentally disabled populations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement behavior support plans for individuals in crisis program.
• Observe consumer behavior and complete initial behavioral assessments.
• Develop and deliver staff training on behavior support plan implementation.
• Participate in joint team meetings and provide professional feedback.
• Join consumer crisis team meetings and contribute to decisions.
• Provide behavior support training to external stakeholders during transitions.

Skills

Observation skills

Collaboration

Verbal & written communication

Education

Missouri license to practice as a Behavior Analyst

BCBA certification

Job description

This position is located at Southeast Missouri Residential Services, 2351 Kanell Blvd., Poplar Bluff, Mo 63901. Working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with Saturday/Sunday/Holidays off. You may work non-traditional schedule to allow for 24-hour care.

Why You'll Love This Position

We are professional, agile and innovative.

Our Work Environment Includes

• Modern Office Setting
• Growth Opportunities
• Wellness Programs

We're looking for a Behavioral Analyst to join our team. A successful candidate has previous experience working with the developmentally disabled, a strong work ethic and an active interest in helping to care for our consumers. It is often said that there is no greater satisfaction than working directly with our consumers, and this is absolutely true. It's extremely rewarding, since many of our consumers are living well.

WHY DMH?

The Missouri Department of Mental Health is dedicated to the prevention, treatment and public understanding of mental illness and developmental disabilities. By joining our team, YOU can make a difference in the lives of those impacted by mental illness and developmental disability, so they have the opportunity to pursue their dreams, live their lives to the fullest, and be a valued member of their communities.

What you’ll do:

This is a professional level position accountable for preparing and administering behavior support plans for the residential crisis program, to enhance adaptive behaviors and diminish challenging behaviors resulting in restrictive interventions or placements for individuals with mental illness and/or developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities Will Include

• Designs and implements behavior support plans for individuals enrolled in crisis program.
• Observes consumer behavior and completes initial behavioral assessments
• Develops and implements training program for staff in the implementation of behavior support plans
• Participates in joint behavioral support plan team meetings and provides professional feedback on behavioral support plans submitted by collogues.
• Participates in consumer crisis team meetings.
• Provides behavioral support training and assistance to external stakeholders involved in the transition of crisis consumer to community residential settings.

All you need for success as a Lead Behavior Analyst:

• Possession of a current professional license to practice as a Behavior Analyst in Missouri.
• Board Certified by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BCBA).
• Strong observation skills.
• Demonstrate professional collaboration skills.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

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