Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA)

Center for Human Services - Missouri; Sedalia (MO); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Center for Human Services - Missouri in Columbia, MO is seeking a BCaBA to design, implement, and supervise ABA-based therapy plans under a BCBA. You will work with clients, families, and an interdisciplinary team to create individualized goals using ABLS‑RR, AFLS, and behavioral plans.

The role emphasizes supervision of RBTs, staff training, and active participation in treatment meetings in a hybrid remote/onsite setting in Boone County. Full-time schedule supports growth and safety in care.

Qualifications

• BCaBA certification or imminent completion
• Met Supervisor Requirements through BACB
• Ability to supervise Registered Behavior Technicians and provide training

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams in support of treatment plans
• Administer assessments and set goals based on assessments (e.g., ABLS-RR, AFLS)
• Implement treatment based on goals including FBA and Behavior Support/Reduction Plans
• Serve as a member of an interdisciplinary team and provide consultation
• Train staff, caregivers, and stakeholders
• Provide ongoing feedback to RBTs and supervise credential maintenance
• Attend treatment and staff meetings and pursue professional development
• Promote safety and follow policies

Skills

Accountability

Accurate listening

Attention to detail

Compassion and kindness

Courtesy and friendliness

Ethical behavior and decision making

Initiative

Leadership and mentorship

Management

Organizational

Education

BCaBA certification

Supervisor Requirements (BACB)

Job description

Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) – Full‑time

Columbia, MO – Boone County (Remote/Hybrid)

Overview

The BCaBA designs, implements, oversees, and supervises therapy programs to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Working under the direction of a BCBA, the role utilizes ABA techniques such as positive reinforcement, shaping, prompt fading, and task analysis to create individualized plans for clients, families, and teams.

Responsibilities

• Able to lead cross‑functional teams in support of the client’s treatment plan
• Administer assessments (e.g., ABLS‑RR, AFLS) and create goals based on the assessments
• Assess the individual’s performance and implement treatment based on established goals, including FBA, Behavior Support Plans, and Behavior Reduction Plans
• Serve, communicate, and consult as a member of an interdisciplinary team
• Provide training and education to staff, caregivers, and other stakeholders
• Provide feedback and ongoing support to Registered Behavior Technicians
• Participate in ongoing treatment meetings and staff meetings and professional development opportunities
• Supervise Registered Behavior Technicians and ensure maintenance of their credentials
• Promote a positive safety culture and follow safe work practices and policies

Skills and Abilities

• Accountability
• Accurate listening
• Attention to detail
• Compassion and kindness
• Courtesy and friendliness
• Ethical behavior and decision making
• Initiative
• Leadership and mentorship
• Management
• Organizational

Competencies

• Able to follow directions
• Capable of passing required training, including CPR/First Aid, Medication Administration, and Universal Precautions
• Document electronically in proprietary systems
• Comfortable with providing personal care
• Computer and electronic communication literate
• Learning‑focused
• Responsible and reliable
• Person‑centered
• Policy‑supportive
• Respectful and professional in communications
• Team builder

Qualifications

• BCaBA certification (or will become certified within three months)
• Met Supervisor Requirements through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB)

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift 10 pounds at times and occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Travel as needed, with overnight stays

Shifts

Full‑time (35 hrs.) Mon‑Fri: 8am–4pm

Benefits

CHS offers best‑in‑industry benefits.

EEO Statement

Center for Human Services/Chariton Valley Association provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.