Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Job DetailsJob Location: Joplin, MO 64804

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 Do

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 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, dental, vision, and life-insurance eligibility with a zero-day waiting period
Employer-paid life insurance and AD&D coverage
Immediate eligibility to enroll in the 403(b) retirement plan
Employer retirement contribution match of up to 4% after one year of service
Vacation and sick-time accrual
Seven paid holidays each year
A paid day off to celebrate your birthday
Use of an available fleet vehicle or mileage reimbursement for approved work travel
Monthly cell-phone reimbursement stipend

Employee Assistance Program

Employee wellness program
Potential annual wage increases
Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
Eligible Verizon, AT&T, and fitness-center discounts

Why Join The Arc

The Arc of the Ozarks is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities as they build greater independence and meaningful connections within their communities.

We are proud of the strong retention within our BCBA team and the continuity that creates for employees, individuals served, families, and support teams. Here, you can apply your clinical expertise across diverse populations and settings while working within a flexible Monday-Friday service model.

Apply

Apply through Indeed with your current resume. Qualified candidates will be contacted by a member of The Arc of the Ozarks recruiting team.