Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

The Arc Of The Ozarks; Hollister (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life-insu

Employer-paid life insurance and AD&D

403(b) retirement plan with match

Vacation and sick-time accrual

Seven paid holidays and birthday off

Mileage reimbursement

Cell-phone stipend

Employee Assistance Program

Professional growth opportunities

Discounts with carriers

Job summary

The Arc Of The Ozarks in Branson, MO is seeking a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to provide individualized ABA services across age groups. You will collaborate with families and interdisciplinary teams to design effective behavior support and skill acquisition programs.

Responsibilities include assessments, data analysis, training staff, and supervising RBTs while ensuring treatment integrity and crisis coaching. This position emphasizes data-based programming and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in behavior analysis or related field
• Active BCBA certification in good standing
• Missouri licensed behavior analyst credential
• At least one year of professional experience with individuals with developmental disabilities or psychiatric diagnoses

Responsibilities

• Conduct functional behavior assessments and analyses
• Develop individualized behavior‑support programs
• Create data‑collection systems and analyze treatment data
• Monitor progress and modify programming based on data
• Train caregivers and staff to implement programs accurately
• Supervise RBTs, ABA specialists, and practicum students
• Collaborate with families and interdisciplinary teams
• Provide ABA training to staff and manage crisis situations
• Support generalization, maintenance, and fading of supports

Skills

Clinical judgment

Analytical thinking

Time management

Communication

Data‑driven recommendations

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in behavior analysis or related field

BCBA certification

Missouri Licensed Behavior Analyst credential

Job description

Job Summary

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Providing individualized Applied Behavior Analysis services in Branson, Missouri. Work with individuals across age groups and collaborate with families and interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• 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 RBTs, 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.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree 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 with individuals with developmental disabilities or psychiatric diagnoses.
• Strong clinical judgment, analytical thinking, time‑management, and communication skills.
• Ability to make data‑based recommendations while collaborating with clients, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Ability to adapt programming based on client progress, observation, team feedback, and contextual needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience 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

• Medical, dental, vision, and life‑insurance with zero‑day waiting period.
• Employer‑paid life insurance and AD&D coverage.
• Immediate eligibility for 403(b) retirement plan with employer match up to 4% after one year.
• Vacation and sick‑time accrual.
• Seven paid holidays and a birthday day off.
• Fleet vehicle or mileage reimbursement for approved travel.
• Monthly cell‑phone reimbursement stipend.
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness program.
• Potential annual wage increases.
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities.
• Discounts with Verizon, AT&T, and fitness centers.