Assistant Director of ABA
Company: The Arc Of The Ozarks
Location: Springfield
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Salary starting at $77,000! Are you interested in
joining a rewarding non-profit career field with opportunities to
make a difference in your community? The Arc invites you to join
our team of value-driven and independent professionals. Help us
fulfill our mission to support individuals with disabilities in
enhancing the quality of their lives! Bring Your Experience to The
Arc! Experience-based wages are available for those whose
background is above and beyond the position's requirements. What is
this job all about? Are you passionate about using Applied Behavior
Analysis (ABA) to help individuals with disabilities increase their
independence and quality of life? Join The Arc of the Ozarks as our
Assistant Director of ABA Services and become part of a
mission-driven team dedicated to empowering individuals with Autism
Spectrum Disorders, Developmental Disabilities, and Mental Illness.
As a leader in our ABA Services Department, you will oversee
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Services, mentor and supervise
ABA professionals, and ensure the highest standards of care through
data-driven interventions and training programs. What will my
day-to-day responsibilities look like? As the Assistant Director of
ABA Services, you will: Lead & Supervise: Provide oversight to
Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), ABA Specialists,
Fieldwork Students, and RBTs. Ensure Quality Care: Develop,
implement, and monitor behavior support plans (BSPs) to help
individuals achieve behavioral goals and greater independence.
Train & Develop Staff: Provide training on ABA principles, behavior
management techniques, and intervention strategies. Assess &
Analyze: Conduct functional behavior assessments (FBAs) and skills
assessments (ABLLS-R, VB-MAPP, AFLS), ensuring data-driven
interventions. Monitor & Improve: Oversee treatment integrity and
data collection to optimize outcomes for individuals receiving
services. Foster Collaboration: Work closely with families, staff,
and leadership to ensure client success and program efficiency.
What do I need to be successful in this position? To thrive in this
role, you’ll need: Education: Master’s degree in Special Education,
Early Childhood Education, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, or
Counseling. Experience: Six years of professional experience
working with individuals with intellectual disabilities or mental
illness, including individuals with psychiatric disorders.
Certifications: Must be Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
certified and hold a Missouri Licensed Behavior Analyst credential
(or be eligible to obtain them). Supervisory Training: Completion
of an 8-hour BACB-approved supervision training. Leadership Skills:
Previous management experience preferred, with the ability to
mentor and lead a diverse ABA team. Technical Expertise: Strong
analytical, communication, and data interpretation skills for
developing individualized behavior strategies. Composure Under
Pressure: The ability to remain calm, focused, and objective in
high-stress situations, ensuring logical decision-making without
being driven by emotion. Strong problem-solving skills and a
level-headed approach are essential for success in this role.
Passion for the Mission: A deep commitment to supporting
individuals with disabilities and improving their quality of life.
Please see the full job description for a complete list of duties
and requirements. If we didn’t get your attention yet - The Arc of
the Ozarks also offers competitive pay and benefits. Here’s a
little more! We offer a competitive salary, experience-based wages,
and a comprehensive benefits package, including: Comprehensive
Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance (available
after a 0-day waiting period). Employer-Paid Life Insurance &
AD&D Coverage. Retirement Savings: 403(b) plan with employer
match (up to 4% after one year). Generous Time Off: Vacation
accrual, 7 paid holidays, plus a paid day off for your birthday!
Professional Growth: Annual wage increase potential and
opportunities for advancement Wellness & Support: Employee
Assistance Program and access to a Wellness Program. Ready to Make
a Difference? If you’re passionate about creating a meaningful
impact in people’s lives, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today
and join our mission-driven team: Call us at 417-771-3700 (Ask for
the Talent Acquisition Team) Email: Jobs@thearcoftheozarks.org
(Include your name and the position/location you're interested in)
Learn more about The Arc of the Ozarks: Website:
www.thearcoftheozarks.org Videos: YouTube Channel Social Media:
Facebook | LinkedIn | Glassdoor Take the first step in an exciting
new chapter of your career and help us change lives every day. We
can’t wait to meet you! Qualifications ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF ABA
SERVICES Definition The Assistant Director (AD) of ABA Services is
responsible for coordinating the operation of the RBT Services
Program of the ABA Services Department. This position is also
responsible for developing, implementing, and training employees to
implement behavior support plans for persons served. This
individual will conduct functional assessments and skills
assessments, analyze observational and staff-collected data, and
will assist with intervention and therapeutic program evaluations.
This individual is also responsible for providing training for
staff members on implementing general and client-specific positive
behavior supports. The Assistant Director of ABA Services must have
excellent reasoning, analytical and communication skills. A strong
attention to detail, patience and perseverance are paramount, but
it is also important this individual be an empathetic, emotionally
stable leader. The Assistant Director of ABA Services must be able
to make behavioral recommendations that are data and
research-based. The Assistant Director of ABA Services will work
with clients that may have Autism Spectrum Disorders, Developmental
Disabilities, and/or Mental Illness; these individuals may exhibit
impulsive behaviors, poor decision-making, and verbal/physical
aggression. This individual will use behavioral observation and
assessment, and crisis intervention and prevention skills daily.
This individual must be able to provide support to such individuals
by developing effective positive behavior support plans and
consequential training on such interventions. This is a salaried,
exempt position. Essential Job Functions Mission and Core Values
Serves as an ambassador of the mission and purpose of The Arc of
the Ozarks. Will utilize the principles of Applied Behavioral
Analysis to support clients in meeting behavioral goals and
increasing levels of independence. Personnel Management Supervises
Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA), Board Certified Associate
Behavior Analyst (BCaBA), ABA Specialists, Fieldwork students, and
Registered Behavior Technicians (RBT). Evaluates work performance
and attendance in RBT Services with Lead RBT. Supervision duties
also include utilization of the least restrictive effective
interventions and monitoring all client data for recipients of RBT
services. Program Oversight, Design and Development Develop
training and systems for RBT services and ensure RBTs are trained
on policies with Lead RBT. Develop objective behavioral
definitions, team wide data collection systems and client specific
data collection systems. Develop and help implement individualized
behavior support plans (BSPs). Develop treatment integrity
checklists and monitor staff member’s use of skills. Monitor
treatment integrity with which BSPs and general positive behavior
supports are implemented. Quality Assurance and Compliance Maintain
client behavior databases and provide information to the
appropriate Management Personnel as needed. Graphically represent
behavioral data and provide the necessary graphs to Program
Supervisors and Program Directors as needed. Maintain treatment
integrity databases and provide feedback to supervisors as needed.
Modify and update BSPs based on client changes, behavioral
observations, staff observations, and behavioral data. Leadership
and Communication Provide leadership and direction to all aspects
of the RBT Services Department and employees. Effectively
communicates and provides training to all levels of organizational
staff on the principles and techniques of ABA. Program Operations
and Training Provide staff training on applied behavior analysis
and consequential treatment interventions. Perform functional
behavior assessments. Conduct skills assessments (ABLLS-R, VB-MAPP,
AFLS) Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to exercise
good judgment and discretion. Ability to work with and respect
persons with intellectual disabilities and other developmental
disabilities. Ability to work varied and flexible hours and to
accept and adapt to changes in assignments, methods, policies, etc.
Considerable knowledge of modern positive behavior support
principles and practices, and cognitive behavior management
techniques as they apply to habilitation programming for those with
intellectual disabilities and other developmental disabilities.
Considerable knowledge of the behavioral sciences and allied
disciplines involved in the evaluation, care, and habilitation of
persons with intellectual disabilities and other developmental
disabilities. Considerable knowledge of the principles of
supervision and training as applied to habilitational programming.
Ability to plan, coordinate, and adapt a variety of habilitation
program activities to meet the specialized needs, abilities, and
conditions of each program participant. Considerable knowledge of
community-based programs of all disciplines for the care and the
treatment of individuals with intellectual and other developmental
disabilities. Ability to direct, coordinate, and supervise
harmoniously the work of professional and non-professional
employees. Ability to assign, direct, and review the work of
subordinate staff involved in the implementation of habilitation
programs. Ability to collect and analyze information in making
decisions concerning treatment for each individual resident.
Ability to evaluate the progress of individuals served and the
quality of a variety of habilitation programs. Ability to develop
effective and practical individual habilitation plans and related
program procedures. Ability to communicate effectively in oral and
written form. Ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationships with program participants, subordinates, and other
facility staff. Ability to work as a direct contact staff with
individuals served, to demonstrate needed behavior for direct
contact staff. Knowledge of and ability to adhere to the Behavior
Analyst Certification Board’s standards and the Missouri Behavior
Analyst Advisory Board’s regulations. Actively participates as a
member of a committee and all associated responsibilities; or
teaches a class as designated by the training department. A
licensed and insured driver with ability to drive for work
purposes. Minimum Experience and Training Qualifications Six years
of professional experience in working with persons with
intellectual disabilities or mental illness. Specific experience
with individuals with psychiatric disorders is required. Graduation
from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree
with a specialization in one of the following: special education,
early childhood education, psychology, social work, sociology, or
counseling. Ability to obtain and maintain certification as a Board
Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and licensure as a Missouri
Licensed Behavior Analyst. Completion of an 8-hour Supervision
training approved by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
Previous management experience preferred. Traits and
Characteristics Desired The Assistant Director will be a person who
is passionate about working with individuals with disabilities and
increasing their independence as a valued member of the community.
A sincere dedication to the mission and the people served by The
Arc of the Ozarks is crucial. The Assistant Director should have
outstanding critical thinking skills and effective communication
qualities as demonstrated by success in prior experience in an ABA
services role. Must have the capacity to cultivate and maximize
individual and team relationships through the providing of ABA
services. The Assistant Director must have strong interpersonal
skills and the ability to build authentic relationships with
clients, guardians, staff, and all internal and external
stakeholders is valued. The Assistant Director must be adaptable
and able to work successfully in a fast-paced environment with a
strong work ethic. They are able to delegate effectively and
demonstrate solid time management skills. The Assistant Director
should be open to feedback, possess a growth mindset, and a
willingness to share information in regard to services provided
with the ABA department to all involved parties.
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