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Position Title: Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Job Responsibilities
Truman State University is seeking a Behavior Analyst (BCBA) for the Greenwood Interprofessional Autism Center located on Truman’s campus in Kirksville, Missouri. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position.
The preferred candidate will work on-site at Greenwood, but candidates seeking a remote or hybrid work arrangement will also be considered. Candidate must be licensed in the state of Missouri prior to start date.
The Behavior Analysts have primary responsibility for patient treatment including supervision of the Behavior Technician(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 position, but additional responsibilities may also be assigned.
Assessment and Treatment
- 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.
- Prepares individualized treatment and behavior support plans.
- Incorporates patient and caregiver/family preferences in developing comprehensive and meaningful plan of care.
- Includes external stakeholders and other members of the treatment plan in the assessment and planning process.
- Provides ongoing guidance to caregivers to ensure they are well-versed on the patients plan of care and identified interventions.
- Modifies interventions as needed to match the pace of patient progress.
- Prepares progress reports.
- Assists with performance evaluations for Behavior Therapists.
Support and Direction of Behavior Therapists
- Provides individualized training to Behavior Therapists to ensure they are prepared to succeed.
- Provides feedback to Behavior Therapists on job performance, including strengths and areas of growth.
- Conducts competency-based evaluations as directed.
Professionalism
- Protects the privacy and security of the patient’s protected health or other personally identifiable information (PHI and PII).
- 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.
- Completes all documentation accurately and timely (e.g. session notes, treatment plans, performance evaluations, etc.)
- Demonstrates effective organizational and time management qualities to meet necessary timelines.
- 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.
- Maintains appropriate professional boundaries when working with families and other stakeholders.
The University: Truman State University is home to a vibrant educational community. Our approximately 3,000 students thrive in a challenging, yet supportive, academic environment. More than 25% engage in significant undergraduate research and creative projects. Nearly 40% gain leadership experience, and nearly half go on to graduate or professional school.
Founded in 1867, Truman focuses on student learning outcomes and emphasizes high-impact experiences such as internships, research, and study abroad opportunities. Truman has the highest overall graduation rate among the state’s public four-year colleges and universities. For nearly three 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 about our mission and values and to see additional rankings and acknowledgments, visit truman.edu/about.
Truman offers an attractive benefits package including: paid sick and vacation time; paid holidays; medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; and retirement plan. Paid parental leave and tuition discount are available for eligible employees after one year. For more information, visit https://hr.truman.edu/benefits/.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum education and experience as required by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) to obtain board certification at the master’s level.
- Board certification with the BACB.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong administrative skills.
- Proficient in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Comfortable learning new technologies such as practice management or data collection software.
- Must be able to physically assist patients during an emergency.
- Independent transportation to locations not served by public transportation.
- May be required or requested to physically assist patients with activities of daily living, personal hygiene, or self-care tasks.
Preferred Qualifications
Posting Number: S344P
Open Date: 10/29/2026
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications must be submitted electronically at http://employment.truman.edu/. For assistance with submitting an application, please contact Human Resources at 660-785-4031 or hrstaff@truman.edu. Final candidates will be expected to undergo and successfully pass a background check.
Review of applications will begin November 9, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.
Salary
The salary for this position ranges from $70,000 to $80,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
Non Discrimination Statement
Truman State University is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring, promotion, or any other employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or Missouri law. We are committed to fair and equal treatment in all aspects of employment. Inquiries about these policies may be directed to the Institutional Compliance Officer, 660-785-4354, and titleix@truman.edu.
Truman 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 hrstaff@truman.edu.
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Optional Documents
- Undergraduate Transcripts
- Additional Undergraduate Transcripts
- Other Documents
- Graduate Transcripts
- Additional Graduate Transcripts
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Registered Behavior Technician
Get your BACB certification documented early
PERM audits frequently target RBT roles because employers must prove your credentials meet the job requirements. Have your BACB certification letter, supervised hours log, and any foreign equivalency documentation ready before your employer files.
Target employers billing through Medicaid or insurance
ABA clinics and behavioral health organizations with Medicaid contracts tend to have dedicated HR and compliance infrastructure, making them far more likely to sponsor PERM than small private-pay practices that lack in-house immigration support.
Search for green card sponsoring RBT jobs on Migrate Mate
Filter specifically for employers with active EB-3 PERM filing history for behavior technician roles. Migrate Mate surfaces that DOL data directly, so you're not cold-applying to employers who've never run a green card sponsorship before.
Clarify EB-2 versus EB-3 eligibility with your employer
Most RBT positions fall under EB-3 skilled worker because the role typically requires a high school diploma plus BACB certification. If your employer writes the job description to require a bachelor's degree, EB-2 becomes available, which can shorten wait times for some nationalities.
Ask about the prevailing wage determination before accepting an offer
Your employer must pay the DOL-certified prevailing wage throughout the PERM process. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level for RBT roles in your work location before negotiations, so you can confirm the offer won't fall below what PERM requires.
Understand that PERM recruitment advertising affects your timeline
DOL requires employers to complete a mandatory recruitment period before filing PERM, typically 30 to 60 days of documented job posting. Your green card clock doesn't start until PERM is filed, so ask your employer when they plan to begin the recruitment phase.
Green Card Registered Behavior Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Do RBT jobs actually qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. Registered Behavior Technician roles qualify under the EB-3 skilled worker category when the position requires training and a specific credential, such as BACB certification. Employers file a PERM labor certification with DOL, then an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. There's no annual lottery like the H-1B visa, so your eligibility isn't subject to random selection.
How does the green card process compare to the H-1B for RBT roles?
The H-1B requires a bachelor's degree in a specialty field and subjects you to an annual lottery, which many RBT positions don't satisfy structurally. The EB-3 PERM route has no lottery and leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary status. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM and I-140 together can take one to two years before you reach the visa queue, but the outcome is a green card, not a visa that expires.
Which types of employers sponsor RBTs for green cards?
ABA therapy clinics, school districts, residential treatment facilities, and large behavioral health organizations are the most common sponsors. Employers with Medicaid billing infrastructure and dedicated HR departments are better positioned to manage the PERM process. Smaller private-pay practices rarely sponsor because they lack the compliance resources DOL requires during the recruitment and audit phase.
How can I find RBT jobs where the employer is already willing to sponsor a green card?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for employers with documented PERM filing history for behavior technician and related roles. That filters out employers who express vague interest in sponsorship but have never actually run the process, which is one of the most common frustrations for foreign RBTs entering the U.S. job market.
Does my BACB certification from outside the U.S. count toward PERM eligibility?
The BACB issues its certifications through a global credentialing process, so your RBT certificate is recognized regardless of where you obtained it. What matters for PERM is that your employer's job description lists BACB certification as a requirement and that your credential is current and verifiable on the BACB registry. Some employers also request foreign education equivalency documentation if your training occurred outside the U.S.