Location: Springfield, MO
Pay: $23-$28/hour, based on experience
Schedule: Full-time or part-time options available
Hours: Monday-Friday, within the hours of 3:00 PM-7:00 PM. Some weekend availability may be considered for part-time schedules.
The Arc of the Ozarks is hiring a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to provide direct behavior support for adults with developmental disabilities and significant behavioral support needs.
This role is a good fit for someone who is already RBT certified and wants meaningful, hands-on work where consistency, dignity, safety, and person-centered support matter every day.
What You’ll DoAs an RBT, you will:
- Provide direct behavior support services to adults with developmental disabilities
- Implement individualized behavior support plans under supervision
- Support individuals who may have significant behavioral needs, including aggression or other high-intensity behaviors
- Use calm, consistent, and respectful approaches to help maintain safety
- Collect and document behavior data accurately
- Communicate updates with supervisors, BCBAs, and team members
- Build respectful relationships that support independence, choice, and quality of life
This position is based in Springfield, MO.
We are considering candidates interested in part-time schedules. Hours are available Monday-Friday between 3:00 PM-7:00 PM, with possible weekend options depending on program needs.
Pay is $23-$28/hour, based on experience and qualifications.
Training, Certification, and SupportThis position requires a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification. Sponsorship for the certification may be considered.
You will receive role-specific training, team support, and supervision as you learn the individuals, behavior plans, documentation expectations, and safety procedures for this program.
What We’re Looking ForMust-have qualifications:
- Current Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification
- Ability to work in Springfield, MO
- Ability to work scheduled hours within the Monday-Friday 3:00 PM-7:00 PM timeframe
- Comfort supporting adults with significant behavioral support needs
- Ability to remain calm, professional, and consistent during high-intensity situations
- Strong communication, teamwork, and documentation skills
- Commitment to person-centered and trauma-informed support
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience supporting adults with developmental disabilities
- Experience implementing behavior support plans
- Experience supporting individuals with aggression or other high behavioral needs
- Experience collecting behavior data
At The Arc of the Ozarks, our mission is to support individuals with disabilities in enhancing the quality of their lives. In this role, your work directly supports safety, independence, dignity, and meaningful progress for the people we serve.
If you are an RBT looking for strong hourly pay, meaningful work, and a team that values respectful behavior support, we would like to connect with you.
Apply TodayApply today to be considered for a Registered Behavior Technician position in Springfield.
A member of our Talent Acquisition Team will review your application and follow up with qualified candidates.
Skills Required
- Current Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification
- Ability to work in Springfield, MO
- Ability to work scheduled hours Monday-Friday between 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM
- Comfort supporting adults with significant behavioral support needs
- Ability to remain calm, professional, and consistent during high-intensity situations
- Strong communication, teamwork, and documentation skills
- Commitment to person-centered and trauma-informed support
- Experience supporting adults with developmental disabilities
- Experience implementing behavior support plans
- Experience supporting individuals with aggression or other high behavioral needs
- Experience collecting behavior data
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.
