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Center for Human Services
Sedalia, Missouri

Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA)

BCBANo weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$38/hour

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Job Description

Job Details:

Job Location: Center for Human Services-Ewing Center - Sedalia, MO 65301, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst), Salary Range: $37.98 Hourly, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services, Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) Full-time Springfield, MO Greene County (Remote/Hybrid) The Center for Human Services (CHS) has provided exceptional opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities since 1955.

Currently, CHS provides programs and services to assist individuals with disabilities, low income, at-risk children, and their families to meet their goals, and experience their best lives while living, working, playing, and becoming a part of their communities.

As an organization, we are leaders in excellence, we have a steadfast commitment to solutions, we respect all differences, abilities, and similarities in our employees and clients, and we advocate autonomy!

POSITION SUMMARY The BCaBA designs, implements, oversees, and supervises therapy programs to support our people in services needing applied behavior analysis and related supports to improve their daily functioning and autonomy under the direction of a BCBA.

This position utilizes ABA techniques such as positive reinforcement, shaping, prompt fading, and task analysis to create individualized plans for clients, families, and teams to implement.

Additionally, they are responsible for designing and monitoring data collection to support the evaluation of behaviors and monitor progress. This position is responsible for monitoring the services delivered to the client and family and managing personnel issues with the support of the BCBA.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Able to lead cross-functional teams in support of the client’s treatment plan Administer assessments (e. g., ABLS-RR, AFLS) and create goals based on the assessments.

Assesses the individual’s performance and implements treatment based on established goals, including but not limited to the FBA (i. e., Functional Behavior Assessment, Behavior Support Plans, Behavior Reduction Plans). Serves, communicates, and consults as a member of an interdisciplinary team.

Provides training and education to staff, caregivers, and other stakeholders.

Provides feedback and ongoing support to Registered Behavior Technicians Participates in ongoing treatment meetings, as well as staff meetings and professional development opportunities Supervises Registered Behavior Technicians and ensures the maintenance of their credentials.

Responsible for promoting a positive Safety Culture is expected and necessary to make CHS a safe workplace. This position's safe work practices and policies shall be reviewed and strictly followed.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to complete the essential duties and responsibilities of the job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Accountability Accurate listening Attention to detail Compassion and kindness Courtesy and friendliness Ethical behavior and decision making Initiative Leadership and mentorship Management Organizational COMPETENCIES Able to follow directions Capable of passing the required training, including (but not limited to) CPR/First Aid.

Medication Administration (Med Aide) and Universal Precautions Able to document electronically in proprietary systems Comfortable with providing personal care Computer, and electronic communication literate Learning-focused Responsible and reliable Person-centered Policy-supportive Respectful and professional in communications Team builder QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: BCaBA Certifications, but will consider applicants who will become certified within three months.

Has met Supervisor Requirements through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Must be able to lift 10 pounds at times and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Travel as needed, with overnight stays.

Shifts

FT (35 hrs.) Mon-Fri: 8am-4pm BENEFITS: CHS offers best-in-industry benefits.

Click here to view our Benefits guide for more details EEO STATEMENT Center for Human Services/Chariton Valley Association provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This statement applies throughout the life cycle of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at 660-826-4400 or 660-665-1111 ask for HR.

Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

The BCaBA designs, implements, and supervises therapy programs using ABA techniques to improve client autonomy and daily functioning. They are also responsible for monitoring data collection, providing staff training, and supervising Registered Behavior Technicians.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a BCaBA certification or be eligible to become certified within three months. They must also meet the supervisor requirements set by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Treatment PlanningSupervisionInterdisciplinary CollaborationElectronic Documentation

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) at Center for Human Services a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Applied Behavior Analysis — ranked against 2,588 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context

Of the 50 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings this role was benchmarked against, 78% are remote, 20% have no call, 92% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Missouri is 90.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.1% of Missouri clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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  • No weekends
  • No nights

Living in Sedalia

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$213k
Typical market rent
$1,167/mo
Residents’ average commute
16 min
State income tax
Up to 5.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Center for Human Services

Non-profit Organizations
Sedalia, MO
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Best-in-industry benefits
Full-time schedule