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Arkansas Children's

Behavioral Health Tech

Little Rock, AR · On-site

$15.30 - $19.10/hr

The Behavioral Health Technician functions as an assistant to the team in providing constant safety observations, redirection/de-escalation, and care for a patient identified to be at risk to ...

Unity Health

Behavioral Health Therapist, POOL

Jacksonville, AR · On-site

$17.75 - $22/hr

Previous healthcare experience as a Bachelor's Level Therapist in a behavioral health setting. Must ... The therapist will assist in receiving patients, working with families and placement of patients at ...

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As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for behavioral assistant in Conway, AR is $18.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.76 and $20.43 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a behavioral assistant?

Behavioral Assistants are professionals who support individuals—often children or adolescents—with behavioral, emotional, or developmental challenges. They work under the supervision of licensed clinicians to implement behavioral intervention plans, monitor progress, and help clients develop positive coping skills. Their work is typically conducted in schools, homes, or community settings, and they play a crucial role in promoting social, emotional, and behavioral growth. Behavioral Assistants often collaborate closely with families and other professionals to ensure consistent support and progress for their clients.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a behavioral assistant?

To thrive as a Behavioral Assistant, you need a background in psychology or social work, knowledge of behavioral intervention strategies, and typically a relevant certification or training in behavioral health. Familiarity with behavior tracking software, data collection tools, and therapy documentation systems is often required. Strong communication, patience, and empathy are essential soft skills for building rapport with clients and supporting diverse needs. These skills and qualities are crucial for effectively implementing treatment plans and fostering positive behavioral changes in clients.

How does a behavioral assistant collaborate with other members of a clinical team?

Behavioral Assistants work closely with licensed clinicians, such as therapists, counselors, and case managers, to support clients’ behavioral goals. They often attend team meetings to discuss individual progress, share observations, and help implement treatment plans designed by supervisors. Effective communication and regular feedback are essential, as Behavioral Assistants may need to adjust strategies based on client needs and team input. This collaborative approach ensures clients receive consistent and coordinated care across all service providers.

How do you become a behavior assistant?

To become a behavioral assistant, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, along with experience working with individuals with behavioral or developmental needs. Some positions require certification in CPR or first aid, and relevant skills include patience, communication, and understanding of behavioral strategies. Additional training or coursework in psychology or special education can improve job prospects.

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Infographic showing various Behavioral Assistant job openings in Conway, AR as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,834 per year, or $18.7 per hour.

VIRTUAL BCaBA - BOARD CERTIFIED ASSISTANT BEHAVIORAL ANALYST

Little Rock, AR • On-site, Remote

SpringHealth Behavioral Health and Integrated Care
Health Care and Social Assistance • 11 - 50 employees
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$25/hr

Temporary

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Our Company

SpringHealth Behavioral Health and Integrated Care

Overview

Virtual BCaBA Position!

At SpringHealth our therapy team executes customized treatment plans that deliver real results and exceed patients' expectations.

If you're motivated to give our clients a more positive quality of life we encourage you to apply today! 

WORK FROM HOME with a flexible schedule!

Providing compassionate, affordable, care for all individuals! 

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Training

Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (certified through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board)

Experience

  • Specialized training and/or experience in basic applied behavior principles to include understanding of plan implementation, data collection, behavior interventions/replacement behaviors, and risk identification/amelioration.
  • Two years' experience with the identified population, individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities.
  • Continuing Education Training- Documented completion of 10 hours of annual training related to behavior supports offered through courses, seminars, or conferences and/or training provided by the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities.
Responsibilities

Models and trains staff in the principles and practice of Positive Behavior Support methodology. Serves as a member of Interdisciplinary Teams (IDTs) providing expertise re: behavioral issues. Responsible for Behavior Plan assessment, design, training, monitoring, and reporting. Conducts descriptive and systematic (e.g., analogue) behavioral assessments, including functional analyses, and provides behavior analytic interpretations of the results. Provides direct behavioral treatment to clients via replacement skills training, social skills training, crisis de-escalation, group behavioral treatment, individual behavioral treatment, and/or skills coaching in all applicable settings Participates in on-call rotation for behavior issues. Monitors restraint use and provides training to reduce. Monitors challenging behavior. Participates in Behavior Intervention Committee, Human Rights Committee and other relevant committees, as assigned Shall provide individualized services to meet the treatment needs of each of the specialty intermediate care (IC) clinic patients for services in field of care. Shall meet requirements of 902 KAR 20:410 Specialty Intermediate Care Clinics as warranted. Learn and follow all policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; Ability to write simple correspondence; Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to individuals and other employees of the organization.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions; Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. Ability to make independent decisions with good judgment and attention to detail.

Physical Demands: Refer to Essential Demands. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must be able to participate and demonstrate their knowledge of approved crisis management procedures.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education: Doctoral or Master's Degree in Psychology, Counseling, or related discipline. Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification is required. 

Computer Skills/Data Entry: Must be able to record/enter data neatly, accurately, and objectively; consistent with Oakwood requirements.

About our Line of BusinessSpringHealth Behavioral Health and Integrated Care, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, offers a holistic approach and integrated care for people with cognitive, developmental, or intellectual disabilities who often need additional resources. The behavior analysts, therapists, social workers, counselors, and psychologists at SpringHealth combine their expertise to deliver high-quality behavioral services for clients to live more positive, active, and social lives. For more information, please visit www.springhealthbehavioral.com. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.Additional Job Information

Must be a Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst and licensed in Missouri.

Salary RangeUSD $25.00 / HourEmployment Type: TEMPORARY

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