Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

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Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Quick Snapshot

Location:

Joplin, Missouri

Employment type:

Full-time, salaried/exempt

Schedule:

Monday-Friday with scheduling flexibility; most client sessions occur between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.Pay: $62,500–$70,000 annually, based on directly related experience and qualifications

Sign-on bonus: $5,000 for eligible hires who are new to The Arc of the Ozarks Work setting:
Community, residential, educational, and clinical service settings

Why This Role Matters Build a sustainable BCBA career while helping individuals with disabilities develop skills, increase independence, and direct their own lives.

The Arc of the Ozarks is seeking a Board Certified Behavior Analyst to provide individualized Applied Behavior Analysis services in the Joplin area. You will work with individuals across age groups, collaborate with families and interdisciplinary teams, and help caregivers implement practical, evidence-based supports.

This opportunity may be a strong fit for a BCBA who values meaningful clinical work, professional autonomy, a flexible Monday-Friday schedule, and the stability of an established nonprofit organization.

What You’ll DoConduct 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 Registered Behavior Technicians, 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

Schedule, Location, and Pay This is a full-time, salaried/exempt position serving individuals in and around Joplin, Missouri.

The schedule is Monday-Friday. Most client sessions occur during the 8:00 a.m.

-6:00 p.m. service window, with flexibility in arranging the workday around client and team needs.

Local travel between service settings may be required. Employees may use an available fleet vehicle or receive mileage reimbursement when using a personal vehicle for approved work travel.

Starting salary range $62,500–$70,000 annually, based on directly related experience and qualifications

Eligible candidates who are new to The Arc of the Ozarks may also qualify for a $5,000 sign-on bonus. Full eligibility and payment terms will be provided during the hiring process.

What We’re Looking For Required Master ’s degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in behavior analysis, education, psychology, or a related qualifying 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 working with individuals with developmental disabilities and/or psychiatric diagnoses

Strong clinical judgment, analytical thinking, time-management, and communication skills

Ability to make data-based recommendations while working collaboratively with clients, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams

Ability to adapt programming based on client progress, direct observation, team feedback, and contextual needs

Preferred

Experience providing services 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 and Additional Details Full-time employees are eligible for:

Medical,…