Lead BCBA | Monett, MO

About the role

The Arc of the Ozarks invites you to join our team of value-driven professionals as a Lead Board Certified Behavior Analyst (LBCBA). You'll serve as a mentor, a clinician, and a leader, applying the science of Applied Behavior Analysis to support individuals of all ages in directing their own lives as valued members of the community.

Responsibilities

• Conduct functional behavior assessments including analogue functional analyses, descriptive analyses, preference assessments, and skills assessments tailored to each individual.
• Develop written behavior support plans and skills acquisition programs targeting both problem behavior reduction and independence-building.
• Design practical data collection systems, construct and analyze graphs in Microsoft Excel, and drive data-based treatment decisions.
• Implement programming directly and train caregivers to execute recommendations with fluency; monitor treatment fidelity and provide regular, actionable feedback.
• Distribute graphs and narrative summaries to all client teams at least monthly.
• Utilize crisis prevention and intervention skills; maintain composure and coach caregivers effectively during crisis situations.
• Modify programming based on client progress, direct observation, contextual fit, and team feedback.
• Develop plans for fading contrived supports, generalization, and transitioning clients toward greater independence.
• Peer-review programming written by agency BCBAs and ABA Specialists.
• Provide management and clinical supervision to ABA Specialists, Registered Behavior Technicians, and practicum students per BACB standards.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings alongside professionals, families, service coordinators, and management.
• Mentor new department members and lead specific programs as assigned.
• Actively continue professional development through literature review and CEU attainment.

Qualifications

• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and time management skills
• Ability to conduct individualized, experimentally validated assessments
• Strong training and supervision skills for diverse caregiver teams
• Ability to collect, graph, and apply behavioral data to treatment decisions
• Fluency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to lead and mentor team members while working collaboratively
• Crisis prevention and intervention competency
• Valid driver's license and ability to drive for work purposes
• Master's Degree (accredited institution) in Behavior Analysis, Education, or Psychology
• Current BCBA certification in good standing
• Missouri Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) licensure in good standing
• Completion of BACB-approved 8-hour Supervision Training
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience with individuals with developmental disabilities and/or psychiatric disorders
• Previous management or supervisory experience preferred

Benefits

• $5,000 Sign-On Bonus (eligible new hires)
• Competitive, experience-based pay + annual wage increases
• Health, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with up to 4% employer match at 1 year of service
• Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Flexible Scheduling

Pay

Competitive, experience-based pay + annual wage increases

Schedule

Flexible Scheduling

Additional Information

The Arc of the Ozarks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. *Sign-on bonus is not paid to rehired staff or those hired in a part-time or PRN capacity. Additional conditions apply.