Position Title: BCBA Therapist - Board Certified Behavior Analyst - Children's Behavioral Health Center (Fall 2026)

Department: BHC Care Management: Mental Health Integration/Behavioral Health

Job Description: BCBA Therapist positions are available at levels I, II, or III, depending on experience and education. Our NEW Pediatric Behavioral Health Center is scheduled to open in December 2026. Candidates applying for this position should expect a start date after November 1, 2026. All applicants must be 21 years of age or older and provide three professional references as part of the hiring process.

General Description

Under general supervision, performs assessment, development, implementation and oversight of behavior analytic interventions. This role functions within an interdisciplinary medical team and BCBA ensures treatment is evidence-based, individualized, and aligned with best practices in applied behavior analysis (ABA), regulatory standards, and OU Health policies. They model the OU Health Way, as evident in their work output and interactions with employees and patients, through living OU Health’s core values of putting Patients First, pursuing Relentless Excellence, showing Integrity, seeking Inclusion for all staff and patients, always Learning, and valuing Teamwork.

Essential Job Duties

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities, with or without an accommodation, may result in disqualification from the position.

• Aligns behaviors with OU Health values and maintains professional practice standards.
• Conduct comprehensive behavioral and functional assessments and interpret findings to inform individualized, data-driven treatment plans.
• Develop, implement, and oversee behavior intervention plans using evidence-based applied behavior analysis (ABA) strategies to reduce maladaptive behaviors and increase adaptive functioning.
• Monitor patient progress through ongoing data collection and analysis; modify interventions as clinically indicated to optimize outcomes.
• Provide behavioral skills training and clinical supervision to behavior technicians and interdisciplinary staff to ensure treatment fidelity and competency.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members (e.g., physicians, nursing, therapists, dietitians) to support coordinated, patient-centered care and treatment planning.
• Deliver caregiver training and education to promote generalization and sustainment of behavioral interventions across settings.
• Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation in accordance with OU Health policies, regulatory requirements, and accreditation standards including medical necessity, active treatment, and linkage to treatment goals.
• Ensure adherence to the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) Ethics Code, state licensure requirements, and organizational policies and procedures.
• Participate in program development, quality improvement initiatives, and survey readiness activities to support safe, effective care delivery.
• Provide consultation on behavior analytic strategies and environmental modifications to improve patient care and staff response.

General Job Duties

Performs other duties as assigned.

Level I Minimum Requirements

• Education: Master’s degree or higher in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, or related field.
• Experience: 0-3 years.
• Certifications/License/Registration: Current Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification. State licensure as required. BLS Certification (American Heart Association) within the first 90 days. De-escalation training within the first 90 days.

Level II Minimum Requirements

• Education: Master’s degree or higher in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, or related field.
• Experience: 3-5 years.
• Certifications/License/Registration: Current Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification. State licensure as required. BLS Certification (American Heart Association) within the first 90 days. De-escalation training within the first 90 days.

Level III Minimum Requirements

• Education: Master’s degree or higher in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, or related field.
• Experience: 5+ years.
• Certifications/License/Registration: Current Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification. State licensure as required. BLS Certification (American Heart Association) within the first 90 days. De-escalation training within the first 90 days.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Excellent interpersonal, collaboration, and communication skills. Strong knowledge of applied behavior analysis (ABA) principles, methodologies, and evidence-based interventions, including functional behavior assessment and behavior intervention plan development. Ability to assess, design, implement, and evaluate individualized, data-driven behavioral health interventions across a continuum of care. Ability to organize, plan, coordinate, and evaluate behavioral health services and training initiatives to ensure quality and consistency of care. Ability to maintain constructive and collaborative working relationships with interdisciplinary team members and staff. Ability to respond effectively to diverse patient, family, and cultural needs and provide inclusive, patient-centered care. Skilled in data collection, measurement, analysis, and interpretation to support clinical decision-making and performance improvement. Ability to train, coach, and supervise staff to ensure competency and fidelity in behavioral interventions. Ability to establish trust and maintain therapeutic rapport with patients and families while advocating for patient safety and best outcomes. Ability to manage conflict, provide constructive feedback, and support behavioral change in both patients and staff. Ability to maintain compliance with BACB ethical standards, state licensure requirements, and local, state, and federal regulatory and accreditation standards. Ability to foster an inclusive and psychologically safe work environment that supports diversity, equity, and team engagement. Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to present clinical information clearly and collaborate effectively across disciplines. Ability to contribute to program development, quality improvement, and survey readiness activities within a healthcare setting. Ability to work independently, prioritize competing demands, and demonstrate sound clinical judgment in dynamic environments. Ability to review, interpret, and apply current research and best practices to clinical care and program development.

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