Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA)
Listed compensation
$35-$41/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
PLS has been serving children and teens with Autism Spectrum Disorder in our 5,000+ square foot area learning center since 2017. We are looking for a dedicated BCaBA to join our clinical team. You will play a vital role in supervising RBTs, refining treatment plans, and ensuring our clients receive the highest quality care. You will work closely with our BCBAs to grow your clinical skills while taking on leadership responsibilities.
Apply today and join our team of ethical and supportive professionals!
Essential Functions of the BCaBA Position
- Serve as a vital part of a treatment team to make a big difference for children and their families
- Instruct, motivate, and assist clients to learn using play and other naturalistic activities
- Work with supervising BCBAs to implement learning interventions
- Collect data for intervention analysis
- Document progress on goals and other clinical documentation for patient records
- Provide 1:1 and group supervision to RBTs to ensure treatment fidelity
- Update and modify behavior intervention plans
- Update and modify treatment plans
- Assist in performing functional assessments and skills-based assessments
- Assist in parent training sessions with the BCBA
- Service as a leader within the Clinic and in the service locations.
Qualifications
- Active BCaBA Certification in good standing with the BACB
- A Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis, or a related field
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage a caseload
- Experience working with children/individuals with disabilities
- Positive attitude, ability to work in a team and passion for making a difference
Why Work for PLS
Daytime clinic hours with ongoing training and support for professional development. We have evening and in-home opportunities as well.
- Locally owned and operated by a BCBA dedicated to a unique company culture
- Clinical support from multiple BCBAs
- Professional Development and Growth
Benefits
Manageable Caseloads- We prioritize quality of care
Fieldwork Opportunities
We encourage aspiring behavior analysts to apply as we offer support, training and a well-rounded supervision experience
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Work Location
In person- Clinic, Home, Community, and School/Daycare
Key Responsibilities
The BCaBA will supervise RBTs, refine treatment plans, and ensure high-quality care for clients with Autism Spectrum Disorder. They will also assist in functional assessments, collect intervention data, and provide leadership within the clinical team.
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor degree
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) at PLS Therapy Services a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Applied Behavior Analysis — ranked against 2,595 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.
Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context
In Florida, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$89k (54 salary observations; 164 listings), vs ~$92k nationally (1,591 salary observations; 5,623 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Of the 50 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings this role was benchmarked against, 68% are remote, 34% have no call, 74% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.6 / 10 · top 25% in applied behavior analysis | ranked against 2,595 Applied Behavior Analysis listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Florida vs national | $89k median in Florida | $92k nationally (−4%)54 state / 1,591 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$76k in purchasing power | Florida index 103.4 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Applied Behavior Analysis listings in Florida | 89 active | 2,631 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 68% remote · 34% no call · 74% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US healthcare professional listings: 43% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 16% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Oct 2026 |
| Applied Behavior Analysis pay trend | +5.7% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$79k midpoint, that is roughly $3k–$6k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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