Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA)

St. Louis Arc; Maplewood (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student loan paydown

Competitive PTO

Comprehensive benefits

Top employer recognition

Job summary

St. Louis Arc is seeking a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Maplewood, MO. The role offers a predictable Mon–Fri daytime schedule and a focus on person-centered, evidence-based practices.

You will design and implement behavior support plans, supervise RBTs, train staff, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to improve client outcomes. Salary is $75,000 per year with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Behavior Analysis or related field is required.
• Current BCBA certification is required.
• Two years of experience with adults with IDD preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement behavior support plans to reduce challenging behaviors.
• Participate in person-centered planning and treatment team meetings.
• Observe behavior and conduct initial assessments; adjust plans as needed.
• Provide staff training on behavior support plans and interventions.
• Provide supervision to RBTs following regulatory requirements.
• Collect data and report progress to the team.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to monitor progress.
• Lead in-service trainings and workshops for staff and caregivers.
• Document and report in line with agency and regulatory requirements.

Skills

BCBA Certification

Microsoft 365 proficiency

Data analysis

Training and supervision

Communication skills

Education

Master's Degree in Behavior Analysis or related field

Tools

EHR systems

Microsoft 365

Job description

Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA)

Job Category: Direct Support Other

Requisition Number: BOARD002196

• Posted : July 28, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Maplewood CE | 4250
Maplewood, MO 63143, USA

Maplewood CE | 4250
Maplewood, MO 63143, USA

We empower people to live their best life. That is our mission—not only to those we serve, but to those we employ. This mutually shared sense of purpose drives our decisions and actions. Come as you are and achieve better lives as part of the St. Louis Arc family of individuals in this vital role.

Make a meaningful impact while building a career that fits your life. As a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) at St. Louis Arc, you'll use your expertise to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through person-centered, evidence-based practices. Join a collaborative team where your clinical judgment is valued, your ideas are welcomed, and you can build a rewarding career with a predictable schedule and the support you need to thrive.

The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) is a full-time, salaried/exempt position earning $75,000 annually with a consistent Monday–Friday daytime schedule.

What you will do:

• Design and implementbehavior support plansthatenhance adaptive behaviors anddecreasechallenging behaviors resulting in sociallysignificant consequences for adults with intellectual and/ordevelopmental disabilities
• Participatein person centered planningand/or treatment team meetings to develop,reviewand update individual plans
• Observeindividual behavior and completeinitialbehavioral assessments;determineindividual’s progress towards goals andmodifybehavior support plansas needed
• Develop and deliver training for staff, caregivers, families, and Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) on behavior support plans and evidence-based intervention strategies.
• Provide clinical supervision to RBTs in accordance with agency, state, funder, BACB, and federal requirements.
• Determinedata needs; developreporting mechanisms for staff use in recording and reporting individual’s behavior
• Collaboratewith interdisciplinary team to assess individual’s behavior,monitorindividual’s progress, and adjust behavior plans as needed
• Conductin-service training and workshops which enhance staff and caregiver understanding and ability to provide active habilitation and effective behavioral programming
• Provide documentation and reports in accordance with agency, funder, professional, state, and federal requirements

What you can expect from us:

We'll celebrate and empower your unique gifts and contributions while providing the support you need to thrive—both professionally and personally.

Support to do your best work

• Maintain a healthy work-life balance with a consistent Monday–Friday daytime schedule
• Support meaningful clinical outcomes through a manageable caseload with 20 billable hours per week
• Focus on what you do best—providing clinical expertise and support. BCBAs provide clinical supervision to RBTs on their caseload but do not manage staff. Non-clinical supervision responsibilities are handled by leadership, allowing you to focus on outcomes
• Receive support maintaining your BCBA certification through access to continuing education opportunities, including local conferences, trainings, and professional development events
• Mandt and CPR/First Aid training provided by the St. Louis Arc at no cost

Benefits that make a difference

• Student Loan Paydown Assistance – Eligible employees can receive up to $250 per month paid directly to their student loan servicer, up to $3,000 annually and $15,000 over a lifetime.
• Competitive paid time off that starts accruing with your first paycheck - and can be used as soon as it's earned
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, retirement, and more.

A workplace you'll enjoy

• A welcoming, inclusive culture where your voice is heard and your ideas matter.
• Proudly recognized by the St. Louis Business Journal as one of the Top 3 Best Places to Work in the Large Company category.

What we expect of you:

The flexible, respectful individual we see is an innovative and quick thinker with these qualifications:

• Masters Degree in Behavior Analysis or related field required
• Current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Certification
• Current Missouri Licensed Behavior Analyst
• Two years of experience working with adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities
• Experience supervising and implementing behavior plans preferred

We look forward to welcoming someone with the following knowledge and skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) and electronic health records systems
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and present behavioral and productivity data
• Comprehensive knowledge of applied behavior analysis and modification principles,theoriesand techniques
• Knowledge of professional and ethical guidelines and federal and state laws and regulations
• Understanding intellectual and developmental disabilities and their effect on cognitive and behavioral functioning
• Ability to develop, explain, and train others on behavior intervention strategies
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment
• Commitment to ongoing learning and staying current with emerging behavior support practices

Join our circle.

About St. Louis Arc:

The St. Louis Arc is a non-profit organization that provides support and servicestomore than 4,500 people with intellectual and developmental disabilities each year. Known for the quality of our staff and culture, the St. Louis Arc was recently recognized as one of theTop 3BestPlacestoWorkin the “Big Companies” category by St. Louis Business Journal.

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