Behavior Analyst (Multiple Positions)

Behavior Analyst (Multiple Positions) - Greenwood Interprofessional Autism Center
This is a unique leadership and professional development opportunity to be part of a mission-driven autism center at a public university.
Truman State University is seeking Behavior Analysts (BCBA) for the Greenwood Interprofessional Autism Center which is scheduled to begin providing services September 1, 2023. The start date of these positions would be July 5, 2023, to allow adequate time for training and orientation. These positions are located on Truman’s campus in Kirksville, Missouri; remote options are not available.
The Behavior Analysts have primary responsibility for patient treatment including supervision of the Behavior Therapist(s) and coordination of care with other members of the treatment team for their assigned caseload.
The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the duties and responsibilities that will be required of the position, but additional responsibilities may be required.
Unique Career Development Opportunities
Truman encourages professional development and will work with employees at the Greenwood Autism Center to further their education and career goals. We will meet with candidates during the interview process to discuss their professional goals and see how we might be able to best support them toward those outcomes.
Eligible employees may receive a 75 percent tuition discount after one year of employment when enrolling in Truman courses. Check out our available graduate and undergraduate offerings HERE.
Expertise from Truman’s faculty in accountancy, data science and storytelling, leadership, business administration, economics, exercise science, health science, and information systems can provide unique opportunities and a competitive edge in the changing professional climate of ABA and autism services.
Opportunities for adjunct teaching and additional assignments are also available, subject to need and qualifications. This position will also work with the University to help develop and implement policies for our traditional Truman students who can benefit from these supports.
Essential Functions And Responsibilities
Assessment and Treatment

• Provides ongoing guidance to caregivers to ensure they are well-versed on the patient’s plan of care and identified interventions
• Includes external stakeholders and other members of the treatment plan in the assessment and planning process
• Modifies interventions as needed to match the pace of patient progress
• Prepares individualized treatment and behavior support plans
• Assists with performance evaluations for behavior therapists
• Incorporates patient and caregiver/family preferences in developing comprehensive and meaningful plan of care
• Prepares progress reports
• Conducts skill-based, preference and reinforcer, and behavioral assessments as indicated by the presentation of the patient and makes appropriate recommendations for treatment based on results

Support and Direction of Behavior Therapists

• Provides feedback to Behavior Therapists on job performance, including strengths and areas of growth
• Conducts competency-based evaluations as directed
• Provides individualized training to behavior therapists to ensure they are prepared to succeed

Professionalism

• Maintains appropriate professional boundaries when working with families and other stakeholders
• Demonstrates effective organizational and time management qualities to meet necessary timelines
• Maintains licensure or certification or makes adequate progress towards completion of the requirements for licensure or certification
• Maintains ongoing communication with supervisor and colleagues. Discusses problems or concerns with supervisor as appropriate. Attends regularly scheduled staff meetings
• Protects the privacy and security of the patient’s protected health or other personally identifiable information (PHI and PII)
• Completes all documentation accurately and timely (e.g., session notes, treatment plans, performance evaluations, etc.)
• Maintains positive communication with families, members of the treatment team, external stakeholders, and supervisor by returning phone calls and emails within 24 hours; informing supervisor as soon as possible when unable to keep a scheduled appointment or other change of plans; informing supervisor immediately of any important concerns pertaining to assigned caseload

Required Qualifications

• Comfortable to learn new technologies (such as practice management or data collection software)
• Minimum education and experience as required by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) to obtain board certification at the master’s level
• Strong administrative skills
• May be required or requested to physically assist patients with activities of daily living, personal hygiene, or self-care tasks
• Must be able to physically assist patients during an emergency
• Board certification with the BACB
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Independent transportation to locations not served by public transportation
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint

To Apply: Submit a cover letter, resume, academic transcripts and contact information for three professional references. Applications must be submitted electronically at http://employment.truman.edu. For assistance with the application process, contact Human Resources at 660-785-4031 or [email protected].
Review of applications will begin April 17, 2023, and continue until all positions are filled. Final candidates are required to undergo and successfully pass a background check.
Compensation: The annual salary for this position is $70,000 to $80,000, commensurate with experience. Truman offers an attractive benefits package including life, health, and disability insurance, retirement contributions, and stipend for moving expenses. Tuition discounts and paid parental leave is also offered to eligible employees after one year.
The University: Truman State University is home to a vibrant educational community. The approximately 4,000 students who make up its student body are well prepared for the challenging academics in a supportive environment. More than 20 percent engage in significant undergraduate research and creative projects. Most gain leadership experience and nearly half go on to graduate or professional school within a year of earning a degree. Founded in 1867, Truman is known for its focus on student learning and outcomes and places an emphasis on high-impact experiences such as internships, research and study abroad opportunities. Truman has the highest overall graduation rate among the state’s public colleges and universities. For more than two decades, Truman has been recognized as the No. 1 public university in the Midwest regional category by U.S. News & World Report, and Washington Monthly consistently ranks Truman as one of the best master’s universities in the nation. For more information regarding additional rankings and acknowledgments, visit truman.edu/about.
About Greenwood Interprofessional Autism Center: The former Greenwood Elementary School, a treasured community building in Kirksville, has been converted to a facility dedicated to serving those with autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders. This comprehensive health services center will be staffed with licensed professionals in addition to supervised graduate and undergraduate students enrolled in health-related, academic programs. The center will serve as a much-needed practicum site for a number of the health-related programs. It will also provide a valuable opportunity for students to engage in “hands-on” high-impact learning experiences. For more information, visit http://greenwood.truman.edu.
The Community: Located in northeast Missouri, Kirksville is a cultural and economic hub in the region. In addition to being the home of Truman, Kirksville is the birthplace of osteopathic medicine and features a medical school, dental school and community college, and the Kirksville School District is consistently recognized for academic excellence. The community takes pride in several annual events including the Round Barn Blues Festival and the FLATS Trail Half-Marathon. The charming downtown area features an arts center, as well as several local shops and restaurants. It is also the site of numerous community events including the Red, White and Blue Festival in the summer and the Red Barn Arts and Craft Festival each fall. Just a few minutes outside of town is beautiful Thousand Hills State Park with hiking and biking opportunities surrounding the 700-acre Forest Lake. Kirksville offers easy access by car to Kansas City, St. Louis, Chicago and Des Moines. Daily flights from Kirksville Regional Airport to St. Louis provide quick access to one of the Midwest’s major metropolitan areas. More information about Kirksville can be found at visitkirksville.com.
Truman State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, Truman State does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its program or activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs. Direct inquiries to the Institutional Compliance Officer, 660-785-4354 and [email protected].
Truman State is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate form or to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources, McClain Hall 101, 100 E. Normal, Kirksville, MO 63501, 660-785-4031 or [email protected].
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