ABA Specialist - PLBA

THE ARC OF THE OZARKS • Saint Peters, MO

5d • $55,400 - $61,160 • Onsite

About The Position

The Arc of the Ozarks is hiring a Provisionally Licensed Behavior Analyst (PLBA) for its Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) team in St. Charles, Missouri. The role is intended for someone with provisional Missouri Behavior Analyst licensure who is actively pursuing Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification. Under the guidance and supervision of experienced BCBAs, the PLBA develops behavior support plans, analyzes behavioral data, collaborates with caregivers and interdisciplinary teams, and supports individuals in building skills and independence.

The position offers supervised fieldwork opportunities toward BCBA certification, individualized feedback, paid initial and ongoing training, and a collaborative clinical environment. Training may include CPR and First Aid, MANDT verbal and physical de-escalation, Paraclete, Level One Med Aide, and other required certifications.

This is a full-time, Monday–Friday position in St. Charles, Missouri. Client sessions are scheduled between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m., and daytime availability is required for initial training during the first one to two weeks. The listed job-details salary range is $55,400–$61,160 per year, based on relevant experience.

Requirements

• At least one year of professional experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and/or psychiatric disorders.
• Current 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 fieldwork hours toward BCBA certification.
• Active pursuit of BCBA certification.
• Provisional Missouri Behavior Analyst licensure.
• Completion of the required 40-hour online Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) training.
• Eligibility to complete the RBT initial competency assessment before starting employment.
• Strong communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and data-analysis skills.
• Ability to work a full-time Monday–Friday schedule, with client sessions occurring between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.
• Daytime availability during the first one to two weeks of employment for initial training.

Responsibilities

• Develop individualized behavior goals and measurable treatment objectives.
• Collect and analyze data related to client behavior, caregiver interactions, and environmental factors.
• Create behavior support plans, skill-acquisition programs, treatment checklists, and data-collection tools.
• Train caregivers and team members to implement behavior programming accurately and consistently.
• Use Microsoft Excel to graph, monitor, and analyze behavioral data.
• Review client progress and provide data-informed treatment recommendations.
• Prepare monthly progress updates, including graphs and written summaries, for client teams.
• Adjust programming based on client progress, team feedback, and direct observation.
• Support skill generalization and the gradual fading of supports across environments.
• Participate in client meetings, interdisciplinary collaboration, and ABA training.
• Peer-review behavior programming and contribute to quality interventions across the department.
• Apply feedback and guidance from supervising BCBAs while progressing toward certification and licensure.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on relevant experience.
• Opportunities to accrue supervised fieldwork hours toward certification and BCBA supervision.
• Paid initial and ongoing professional development training.
• Consistent full-time Monday–Friday schedule.
• Potential annual wage increases and advancement within the organization.
• Employer retirement match up to 4% after one year.
• Collaborative environment with experienced behavior analysts and support professionals.
• Meaningful work supporting individuals to develop skills, increase independence, and improve quality of life.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level