Job Summary - Why you’ll love this position
The primary domicile for this position is Bellefontaine Habilitation Center, 10695 Bellefontaine Rd., St. Louis, MO 63137. This position serves as the day-to-day clinical lead and direct supervisor for the Behavior Services Department and acts as the BHC primary liaison to the Executive Behavior Team Committee participating in Joint Behavior Support Committee and Due Process Committee Member. The Lead will maintain a limited caseload and provide consultation, training and program oversight. This person will report directly to the Superintendent. Working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with Saturday/Sunday/Holidays off; however, you may need to flex hours for oversight of the various shifts to meet the needs of the facility.
Responsibilities - What you’ll do
What you’ll do:
- Observe consumer behaviors, complete annual and quarterly evaluations and behavior support plans, monitor consumer progress, analyze behavioral data, identify trends and recommend program improvements to support quality improvement initiatives. Most work will be completed using the Electronic Health Records.
- Provide clinical leadership and direct supervision for the Behavior Services Department by coordinating behavioral services, supporting department operations and providing consultation and guidance to Behavior Analysts, Behavior Technicians, interdisciplinary team members, physicians, nurses, and direct support professionals regarding behavioral assessment, intervention strategies, and best practices.
- Provide behavioral consultation and support across BHC. Maintain a limited caseload of individuals with developmental disabilities by conducting functional behavior assessments and developing, implementing, and monitoring behavior support plans.
- Act as the primary liaison between the Behavior Services Department and the Executive Behavior Team Committee by communicating recommendations, coordinating initiatives and assisting with implementation of department goals.
- Serve as a committee member of the Joint Behavior Support Committee and Due Process Committee.
- Train staff in the implementation of Behavior Support Plans, Basic Safety Care, Advanced Safety Care, Mental Health First Aid, and other behavioral or crisis intervention topics.
- Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, incident reviews, leadership meetings, and committee activities as assigned.
- Travel as necessary to support consumers, staff, and program operations.
Qualifications - All you need for success
Eligibility:
- Possession of a current license to practice as a Behavior Analyst in Missouri.
- Board Certified by the Behavior Analyst Board (BCBA).
- Strong observation, communication, consultation and collaboration skills.
- Experience providing clinical leadership, mentoring, or supervision of behavior staff is strongly prefeed.
Lack of post‐secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.
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:
Current DMH employees will not be eligible to apply if they have a disciplinary action within the last 6 months.
Apply by July 31, 2026, at: mocareers.mo.gov
If you have questions about this position, please contact Human Resources: Damon Collins at (314) 264-9117 – [email protected]
The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing and maintaining a talented workforce.
