Behavior Analyst - SEMORS Poplar Bluff

State-of-Missour; Poplar Bluff (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined pension plan

Health insurance coverage

Annual leave & holidays

Job summary

Missouri Department of Mental Health in Poplar Bluff is seeking a Lead Behavior Analyst to develop and oversee behavior support plans for residents in our crisis program. You will train staff, observe behaviors, and collaborate with teams to minimize restrictive interventions.

The ideal candidate holds MO BCBA licensure, demonstrates strong communication, and will work in a professional, supportive environment with growth opportunities and comprehensive state benefits.

Qualifications

• Possession of a current professional license to practice as a Behavior Analyst in Missouri.
• BCBA certification is required.
• Strong observation skills are essential.
• Demonstrate professional collaboration skills.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Participates in consumer crisis team meetings.
• Provides behavioral support training and assistance to external stakeholders involved in transition to community settings.

Skills

BCBA Certification

Observation skills

Collaboration

Verbal & written communication

Education

Missouri BCBA licensure requirement

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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