Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA)

Job Description

Job Description

Be Part of our Circle.

We empower people to live their best life. That is our mission—not only to those we serve, but to those we employ. This mutually shared sense of purpose drives our decisions and actions. Come as you are and achieve better lives as part of the St. Louis Arc family of individuals in this vital role.

The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) is a full-time (40 hours/week) role earning $75,000 annually

What you will do:

• Adhere to the St. Louis Arc’s Core Values of Respect, Collaboration and Empowerment
• Follow all Behavior Analyst Certification Board and state requirements regarding supervision and limits
• Design and implement behavior support plans that enhance adaptive behaviors and decrease challenging behaviors resulting in socially significant consequences for adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities
• Participate in person centered planning and/or treatment team meetings to develop, review and update individual plans 
• Observe individual behavior and complete initial behavioral assessments; determine individual’s progress towards goals and modify behavior support plans as needed 
• Develop and implement training programs for staff, caregivers, and family members in the implementation of behavior support plans and intervention tactics and techniques 
• Determine data needs; develop reporting mechanisms for staff use in recording and reporting individual’s behavior 
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to assess individual’s behavior, monitor individual’s progress, and adjust behavior plans as needed 
• Prepare reports on individual clients and program activity as required by program, state, and Federal requirements 
• Train primary care givers and/or Registered Behavior Technicians (RBT’s) on the implementation of BSPs in accordance with all agency, state, funder, BACB, and Federal requirements. 
• Conduct in-service training and workshops which enhance staff and caregiver understanding and ability to provide active habilitation and effective behavioral programming 
• Provide documentation in accordance with agency, funder, and professional guidelines
• Demonstrate and support all St. Louis Arc Diversity and Inclusion practices/initiatives

What you can expect from us:

We'll celebrate and empower your unique gifts and contributions.

We’ll help you help others. You’ll be embraced and uplifted in our inclusive circle of support.

• You'll have a voice and the autonomy to put into action your ideas for doing your job better—and serve others better. 
• Hands-on leadership that empowers team member innovation.
• Opportunities to learn and grow, plus benefits to support your personal and professional well-being—such as health insurance, retirement, and time off.

Work environment consists of a typical office setting using typical office equipment with standard business hours Monday through Friday.

What we expect of you:

The flexible, respectful individual we see is an innovative and quick thinker with these qualifications:

Join others with your impeccable interpersonal skills, good intentions, and compassion to help people.

• Masters Degree in Behavior Analysis or related field required
• Current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Certification
• Current Missouri Licensed Behavior Analyst
• Two years of experience working with adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities
• Experience supervising and implementing behavior plans preferred

We look forward to welcoming someone with the following knowledge and skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) and the ability to use electronic health records systems
• Proficiency in analyzing and presenting behavior and productivity data
• Comprehensive knowledge of applied behavior analysis and modification principles, theories and techniques  
• Knowledge of professional and ethical guidelines and federal and state laws and regulations
• In-depth knowledge of intellectual and developmental disabilities and their effect on individual cognitive and behavioral functioning
• Ability to communicate professionally both verbally and in writing
• Dedication to staying educated on new/novel behavior support techniques and trends
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independly
• Ability to teach and break down behavior intervention techniques so they are understandable
• Ability to work autonomously as well as in a team
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail

Join our circle. Apply today.About St. Louis Arc:

Since 1950, people with disabilities and their families have been placing their trust with the St. Louis Arc. Today, our 500+ team members serve more than 4,500 children, teens, and adults with autism spectrum disorders, Down syndrome, intellectual and other developmental disabilities.