Behavior Analyst - SEMORS Poplar Bluff

Job Summary - Why you’ll love this position

This position is located at Southeast Missouri Residential Services, 2351 Kanell Blvd., Poplar Bluff, Mo 63901. Working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with Saturday/Sunday/Holidays off. You may work non-traditional schedule to allow for 24-hour care.

Why you'll love this position: 

We are professional, agile and innovative.

Our work environment includes:

• Modern Office Setting
• Growth Opportunities
• Wellness Programs

We're looking for a Behavioral Analyst to join our team.  A successful candidate has previous experience working with the developmentally disabled, a strong work ethic and an active interest in helping to care for our consumers.  It is often said that there is no greater satisfaction than working directly with our consumers, and this is absolutely true.  It's extremely rewarding, since many of our consumers are living well.

WHY DMH?

The Missouri Department of Mental Health is dedicated to the prevention, treatment and public understanding of mental illness and developmental disabilities.  By joining our team, YOU can make a difference in the lives of those impacted by mental illness and developmental disability, so they have the opportunity to pursue their dreams, live their lives to the fullest, and be a valued member of their communities.

Responsibilities - What you’ll do

What you'll do: This is a professional level position accountable for preparing and administering behavior support plans for the residential crisis program, to enhance adaptive behaviors and diminish challenging behaviors resulting in restrictive interventions or placements for individuals with mental illness and/or developmental disabilities. 

Responsibilities will include:

• Designs and implements behavior support plans for individuals enrolled in crisis program.
• Observes consumer behavior and completes initial behavioral assessments
• Develops and implements training program for staff in the implementation of behavior support plans
• Participates in joint behavioral support plan team meetings and provides professional feedback on behavioral support plans submitted by collogues.
• Participates in consumer crisis team meetings.
• Provides behavioral support training and assistance to external stakeholders involved in the transition of crisis consumer to community residential settings.

Qualifications - All you need for success

All you need for success as a Lead Behavior Analyst:

Possession of a current professional license to practice as a Behavior Analyst in Missouri.

Board Certified by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BCBA).

Strong observation skills.

Demonstrate professional collaboration skills.

Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Job Details - More reasons to love this position

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

Contact Details - If you have questions or require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please contact:

[email protected] or call (573) 840-9068

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing and maintaining a talented workforce.