Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in St. Louis Up to $100K + $10K Sign-On Bonus

About the role

AB Spectrum is hiring BCBAs who want to do meaningful clinical work without sacrificing their quality of life. We provide specialized ReggioABA™ therapy for young children ages 2–6, combining the science of evidence-based Applied Behavior Analysis with the creativity, curiosity, and child-led principles of Reggio Emilia.

What Makes AB Spectrum Different

• Therapy Through Play: Our unique Therapy Through Play model creates a natural, preschool-like environment where children learn through play, exploration, relationships, and real-world experiences. We incorporate Natural Environment Teaching (NET) and child-led learning to provide individualized, meaningful early intervention.
• A Truly Collaborative Team: You'll work alongside BCBAs, RBTs, SLPs, and administrative professionals who believe great outcomes come from working together. Our clinics also incorporate enriching experiences such as music facilitators, pet interactions, community partnerships, and other special learning opportunities.
• Increased Compensation: We've increased our compensation range to recognize the experience, expertise, and impact our clinical team brings to the children and families we serve.

Why BCBAs Stay at AB Spectrum

• Low, sustainable caseloads with a target of approximately 6 clients
• 30 billable hours with protected time for non-billable responsibilities
• One dedicated hybrid/remote day each week for treatment planning, documentation, and focused clinical work
• Daytime hours with weekends off
• Minimal administrative burden with dedicated administrative and finance support
• No RBT shift coverage
• A highly collaborative team of BCBAs and in-house SLPs
• Ongoing mentorship, professional development, and leadership opportunities
• Annual CEU reimbursement
• Opportunities to grow from within as AB Spectrum continues expanding

What You'll Do

• Clinical Leadership:
  • Conduct comprehensive skills assessments and FBAs
  • Develop individualized, data-driven treatment plans and BIPs
  • Monitor progress and make clinically appropriate treatment adjustments
  • Ensure treatment is implemented with fidelity
  • Maintain ethical and clinical standards in accordance with BACB requirements
• Supervision & Mentorship:
  • Provide supervision and mentorship to RBTs, ABA Implementers, and practicum students
  • Provide ongoing feedback and professional development
  • Support staff in implementing individualized treatment plans
• Family & Team Collaboration:
  • Build strong partnerships with families and caregivers
  • Participate in regular caregiver collaboration
  • Collaborate daily with BCBAs and in-house SLPs
  • Provide staff training on clinical protocols and behavior plans
• Growth & Innovation: Contribute to the development of future clinics and take on leadership responsibilities as AB Spectrum continues to grow across Missouri.

Who We're Looking For

• Holds an active BCBA certification in good standing with the BACB
• Holds or is eligible for Missouri LBA licensure
• Has a Master's degree in ABA, Psychology, Education, or a related field
• Has experience working with children and families
• Is organized, collaborative, and clinically driven
• Values mentorship and continuous learning
• Believes in compassionate, child-centered care
• Wants to be hands-on with clients—not behind a laptop all day

Benefits

• $75,000–$100,000 Salary commensurate with experience
• $10,000 Sign-On Bonus (Florissant); $5,000 Sign-On Bonus (St. Peter's)
• Generous PTO accrual
• Paid holidays
• Sick time
• Two medical plan options, including HSA options
• Dental & vision insurance
• Employee-level medical coverage fully paid after one year of employment
• Dependent Care FSA
• Supplemental benefits
• 401(k)
• Employer-provided group life insurance
• Annual CEU reimbursement
• Licensure support
• Dedicated administrative & billing support
• Telehealth support and resources

Schedule

• Monday–Friday | 7:45 AM–3:45 PM
• No weekends or evening hours
• Hybrid/remote day every week