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Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)- Increased Compensation!!

Enhance your clinical career with AB Spectrum, a team proudly named a Top Workplace by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. We earned this recognition, which is based entirely on employee feedback, because we foster a culture where people feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.

AB Spectrum provides specialized ReggioABA™ (Applied Behavior Analysis) therapy for young children (ages 2-6). Our foundation is ABA, an evidence-based therapy focused on developing communication, social, and adaptive living skills.

• Our Model: Our centers utilize a unique Therapy Through Play model. We embrace the principles of Reggio Emilia by devising a Natural Environment Teaching (NET), child-led learning environment to deliver individualized, high-quality early intervention services in settings that replicate a natural preschool.
• Our Team: Join our collaborative team of BCBAs, RBTs, SLPs, and Administration. You’ll benefit from cross-disciplinary collaboration and unique special visits, including music facilitators, pet interactions, and other partnerships.
• INCREASED compensation range!

Top Workplace by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, recognized for creating safe, inspiring, and lively clinical environments. Our centers are actively expanding across Missouri and have long-term national growth goals. AB Spectrum is a leading provider of specialized Reggio ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) therapy for young children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) - HYBRID

• Job Title: Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
• Reports To: Clinical Director/Lead BCBA
• Location: St. Louis, MO
• Environment: Indoors and Outdoors: Including Outside Therapy & Play Areas
• NEWLY INCREASED Compensation: $85,000 - $101,000 (Commensurate with experience)
• Schedule: Monday - Friday | Hybrid | 7:45 a.m. - 3:45 p.m. | Day Hours and Weekends Off
• Caseload: BCBA’s have a balanced and sustainable caseload

St. Louis, MO Area Clinics: Florissant | South County | Chesterfield | St. Peters | Wright City

Job Summary

The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) serves as the primary clinical leader, responsible for the assessment, development, supervision, and ongoing evaluation of individualized Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy programs for early learners in a center-based setting. This critical role ensures clinical excellence, maintains the highest ethical standards, and works collaboratively to achieve meaningful outcomes for children with ASD. The BCBA benefits from a set day schedule (7:45 am – 3:45 pm) and one protected hybrid/remote day per week for focused treatment planning and documentation.

Key Responsibilities I. Clinical & Programmatic Ownership

• Assessment & Treatment Planning: Complete comprehensive skills assessments and functional behavior assessments (FBAs). Develop and maintain data-driven, individualized treatment plans and behavior intervention plans (BIPs).
• Supervision & Mentorship: Provide intensive supervision and mentorship to practicum students, RBTs and ABA Implementers, ensuring accurate treatment fidelity and continuous professional development.
• Data & Documentation: Track client progress using established data collection methods and complete ongoing documentation, progress reports, and authorization reports accurately and efficiently.
• Ethical Compliance: Remain in good standing with BACB guidelines for retaining licensure and supervisory requirements, ensuring all services are delivered ethically.
• Caseload Management: Effectively manage a sustainable caseload (target 6 clients) to ensure focused, high-quality clinical work.
• Family Partnership: Prepare for and facilitate weekly, high-touch collaboration with caregivers and parents to promote generalization of skills across settings.
• Multi-Disciplinary Team: Engage in daily collaboration with fellow BCBAs and in-house SLPs to enhance the child’s overall treatment plan.
• Staff Training: Prepare and facilitate staff training on clinical protocols, behavior intervention plans, and organizational policies.
• Clinic Growth: Actively assist in the development and growth of future Early Intervention Clinics across the St. Louis region and Missouri.

Essential Qualifications Who We’re Looking For

We are seeking a highly professional and effective clinical leader who is passionate about early intervention, thrives in a collaborative clinical setting, and is eager to take ownership of their caseload within a supportive structure. You will be encouraged to step away from the laptop, get hands-on, and truly play and have fun with clients! Our clinic supports this philosophy with resources like outdoor playgrounds, two acres of space in South County, and exciting learning opportunities through community-based field trips and regular clinic guests.

• The Certification: Active BCBA licensure and in good standing with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) and a Missouri Licensure (LBA).
• The Education: Master’s Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Education, Psychology, or a related field.
• The Experience: Experience in pediatric behavioral health and demonstrated ability to develop strong, professional relationships with families, staff, and clients.
• The Skillset: Strong organizational and analytical skills, with a commitment to maintaining continuing education units (CEUs) and ongoing clinical improvement. Strong documentation skills, completion of non-billable tasks, and adhering to deadlines.
• The Culture Fit: Commitment to our culture of kindness and collaborative spirit.

Compensation & Benefits - Why You’ll Love It

Joining AB Spectrum means being part of a mission-driven, supportive, and lively environment where your clinical work truly makes a difference.

Professional Benefits

• INCREASED Competitive Salary: $85,000 - $101,000 (Commensurate with experience).
• Work/Life Balance: Set Day Schedule (7:45 am – 3:45 pm) with 1 Hybrid Day/Week for documentation. Weekends off | Day hours.
• Generous PTO: PTO Accrual, Sick Days, and Paid Holidays. Almost 1 month of PTO! (when accrued).
• Health & Wellness: Choice of two high-value medical plans, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option and a $0-deductible/$0-copay plan within the Mercy network; plus comprehensive dental and vision coverage. Full company coverage of employee-level medical benefits after one year of employment.
• Dental and Vision Plans.
• Family Support: Dependent Care FSA option to help offset care costs, along with generous supplemental benefits such as accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage.
• Financial Security : 401(k) option and employer provided Group Life insurance.
• Administrative Support: Dedicated administrative and finance team to handle billing and scheduling, allowing the BCBA to focus on clinical work.
• Tele-Health: appointments, options, and support.

Clinical & Career Benefits

• Sustainable Caseload: Protected, sustainable caseload of 6 clients.
• Stable Clinical Setting: Work primarily from one dedicated clinic location, utilizing our specialized Reggio-Inspired Curriculum and collaborating closely with a supportive BCBA team.
• We Provide: CEU reimbursement annually for continuing education.
• Mentorship & Growth: High-touch onboarding, mentorship, practicum programs, and clear career pathways tied to organizational growth.
• Licensure Support & Location: Illinois BCBAs are strongly encouraged to apply! We offer payment for your Missouri license to practice in one of our Missouri clinics. Ideal candidates may reside in or near Collinsville, Glen Carbon, Edwardsville, or the surrounding Metro East communities.

The pay range for this role is:

85,000 - 101,000 USD per year (St. Louis, MO)