Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in St. Louis

AB Spectrum; Ballwin (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 27 Paid Days Off Annually

Up to $100,000 Base Salary

Up to $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Four-Day Workweek

Only 5-8 Children Per BCBA

No RBT Coverage

15+ PTO Days Available

One Clinic, One Team

Predictable Hours

Job summary

AB Spectrum Ballwin, Missouri, is seeking a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to join our St. Louis-area team. You will develop and oversee individualized ABA treatment plans, supervise BCBAs and therapists, and collaborate with caregivers and clinicians in a supportive, four-day workweek environment.

We offer a maximum base salary up to $100,000, generous PTO, sign-on bonuses, small caseloads, and a focus on meaningful face-to-face time with children in our ReggioABA-inspired clinics.

Qualifications

• Active BCBA certification through the BACB.
• Missouri licensure or eligibility to obtain required licensure.
• Master's degree in ABA or a related field.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee individualized, evidence-based ABA treatment plans.
• Conduct assessments and monitor children's progress.
• Supervise, coach, and mentor Registered Behavior Technicians.
• Spend meaningful face-to-face time with children.
• Collaborate with caregivers, speech therapists, and clinical leadership.
• Maintain high standards of clinical quality and ethical care.

Skills

BCBA certification

Leadership

Communication

Education

Master's degree in ABA or related field

Missouri licensure or eligibility

Job description

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in St. Louis

AB Spectrum Ballwin, Missouri, United States

About this position

AB Spectrum | Therapy Transformed

Born in St. Louis. Built for St. Louis. Since 2016.

Celebrating our 10th anniversary , AB Spectrum has grown from a local vision into a St. Louis homegrown success story with over 30 BCBAs dedicated to transforming the therapy experience for children with autism.

Our mission is simple: Give children the maximum amount of meaningful face-to-face time with their BCBAs, in the most extraordinary therapy environment possible.

Through our signature ReggioABA approach, we've created nature-inspired clinics designed around curiosity, exploration, discovery, and meaningful learning.

We believe extraordinary therapy starts with extraordinary environments and clinicians who have the time, support, and freedom to do what they love.

More Time With Kids. Extraordinary Environments. Therapy Transformed.

Take Your BCBA Career to the Next Level!

Up to $100K Base Salary. Four-Day Workweek Opportunities. Only 5-8 Children Per BCBA.

You became a BCBA to make a difference in children's lives. We've built a career experience that allows you to focus on clinical care while enjoying greater financial opportunity, professional growth, and work-life balance.

Your next chapter starts here.

What We're Offering

• Up to 27 Paid Days Off Annually: Enjoy 12 paid holidays plus the potential to earn 15 PTO days, providing over five weeks of combined paid time off and holidays.


• Up to $100,000 Base Salary: Plus quarterly performance bonus opportunities.


• Up to $10,000 Sign-On Bonus: $10,000 for eligible Florissant positions and $5,000 for eligible St. Peters positions.


• Four-Day Workweek Opportunities: A 25-hour weekly billable expectation designed to be achievable within four days.


• Only 5-8 Children Per BCBA: Exceptionally small caseloads allowing more meaningful face-to-face time with each child.


• No RBT Coverage: Your role is BCBA clinical care, supervision, and leadership, not filling technician shifts.


• 15+ PTO Days Available: Generous paid time off opportunities based on eligibility and tenure.


• One Clinic, One Team: No driving between homes, schools, or multiple clinics during your workday.


• Predictable Hours: Weekday clinic schedules with evenings and weekends off.

The AB Spectrum Difference

• Extraordinary Therapy Environments: Beautiful indoor and outdoor spaces inspired by our ReggioABA approach.


• Dedicated Administrative Support: Specialized teams support intake, authorizations, scheduling, billing, and operational responsibilities.


• Career Advancement: Opportunities to grow into Lead BCBA, Clinical Director, and other clinical leadership roles.


• Clinical Collaboration: Work alongside experienced BCBAs, speech-language pathologists, and clinical leaders.


• Comprehensive Benefits: Employer-contributed health insurance, paid holidays, sick time, and 401(k) eligibility after one year.


• Professional Development: CEU support, mentorship, and continuing education opportunities.


• Additional Rewards: Employee referral incentives and other eligible benefits.

What You'll Be Doing

• Develop and oversee individualized, evidence-based ABA treatment plans.


• Conduct assessments and monitor children's progress.


• Supervise, coach, and mentor Registered Behavior Technicians.


• Spend meaningful face-to-face time with children.


• Collaborate with caregivers, speech therapists, and clinical leadership.


• Maintain high standards of clinical quality and ethical care.

What We're Looking For

• Active BCBA certification through the BACB.


• Missouri licensure or eligibility to obtain required licensure.


• Master's degree in ABA or a related field.


• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and leadership skills.


• Passion for early intervention and helping children with autism thrive.

Your Next Chapter Starts Here!

More time with children. More career growth. More life outside of work.

Join a St. Louis team that's committed to creating extraordinary experiences for children and clinicians alike.

Welcome to Therapy Transformed!

Compensation, quarterly bonuses, PTO, scheduling opportunities, and other benefits depend on position eligibility and applicable plan terms.

Autism and Behavioral Spectrum is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fair employment practices and maintaining a workplace free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.