The Role
Provide Applied Behavior Analysis services under BCBA supervision: develop behavior support plans, collect and analyze data, train caregivers and staff, create graphs/reports in Excel, modify plans based on progress, and work toward BCBA certification and Missouri licensure.
Summary Generated by Built In
Pay: Starting at $50,400/year, with higher starting pay available based on experience
Schedule: Full-time, daytime schedule
Location: Springfield, MO
Training: Weekday daytime availability is required during the first 1-2 weeks for initial training
Schedule: Full-time, daytime schedule
Location: Springfield, MO
Training: Weekday daytime availability is required during the first 1-2 weeks for initial training
The Arc of the Ozarks is hiring an ABA Specialist to support individuals with developmental disabilities and/or psychiatric disorders through Applied Behavior Analysis services. This role is a strong fit for a BCBA candidate who is actively pursuing certification and wants hands-on experience developing behavior support plans, collecting and analyzing data, training caregivers, and supporting meaningful skill development under the guidance of Board Certified Behavior Analysts.
As an ABA Specialist, you will use the science of Applied Behavior Analysis to reduce challenging behaviors, build essential skills, and help clients increase independence across home, community, and program settings.
Why Join The Arc of the Ozarks?
The Arc offers meaningful work, professional growth, and the opportunity to build your career in the behavioral health field.
Benefits and perks may include:
- Starting salary of $50,400/year, with experience-based wages available
- Paid initial and ongoing training
- BCBA supervision and professional development opportunities
- Potential for annual wage increases
- Retirement plan with employer match up to 4% after one year
- Opportunities for growth and promotion within the organization
- Training opportunities may include CPR/First Aid, MANDT verbal and physical de-escalation, Paraclete, Level One Med Aide, and other position-related certifications
What You’ll Do
In this role, you will work directly with clients, caregivers, and support teams to develop, implement, and monitor behavior programming. Responsibilities include:
- Develop clear behavior goals and measurable objectives for each client
- Collect data on client behaviors, caregiver interactions, and environmental factors
- Create behavior support plans, skills acquisition programs, treatment checklists, and data collection tools
- Train caregivers and staff to implement programming accurately
- Use Microsoft Excel to graph and analyze behavior data
- Review data and make data-driven treatment recommendations
- Provide monthly updates, including graphs and summaries, to client teams
- Modify plans based on client progress, team feedback, and direct observation
- Support skill generalization and fading of supports across environments
- Participate in team meetings, client meetings, and ABA training
- Peer-review programming and contribute to high-quality interventions across the team
- Work toward BCBA certification and Missouri behavior analyst licensure while applying BCBA feedback to your work
What We’re Looking For
Qualified candidates should have:
- At least 1 year of professional experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and/or psychiatric disorders
- Enrollment in an accredited master’s program specializing in behavior analysis, education, psychology, or a related field
- Completion of a BACB-approved course sequence
- Eligibility to accrue supervised experience hours toward BCBA certification
- Active pursuit of BCBA certification
- Provisional Missouri Behavior Analyst licensure
- Completion of RBT 40-hour training and eligibility for the RBT initial competency assessment prior to starting
- Strong communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and data analysis skills
About The Arc of the Ozarks
The Arc of the Ozarks supports individuals with disabilities in enhancing the quality of their lives. Our team is mission-driven, collaborative, and committed to helping people build skills, increase independence, and live meaningful lives in their communities.
Ready to Apply?
Apply today to join The Arc of the Ozarks as an ABA Specialist.
Questions? Contact our Talent Acquisition Team:
Call: 417-771-3700
Email: [email protected]
Email: [email protected]
Please include your name and the position/location you are interested in.
Skills Required
- At least 1 year professional experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and/or psychiatric disorders
- Enrollment in an accredited master's program in behavior analysis, education, psychology, or related field
- Completion of a BACB-approved course sequence
- Eligibility to accrue supervised experience hours toward BCBA certification
- Active pursuit of BCBA certification
- Provisional Missouri Behavior Analyst licensure
- Completion of RBT 40-hour training and eligibility for the RBT initial competency assessment prior to starting
- Ability to use Microsoft Excel to graph and analyze behavior data
- Strong communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and data analysis skills
- Weekday daytime availability for initial training (first 1-2 weeks)
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The Company
What We Do
The Arc of the Ozarks is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, and behavioral health needs. Since 1964, they have provided a wide range of programs focused on independence, inclusion, and community connection, including residential, education, training, and therapeutic services to help individuals live, learn, and work as valued members of their community.
