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Quest
Orlando, Florida

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

BCBAFull-Time

Listed compensation

$50-$55/hr

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Job Description

Company Overview

Quest, Inc. makes a difference in the lives of nearly 600 people each day. For over 60 years, Quest, Inc. has been committed to enriching the lives of individuals with disabilities by providing a path to independence, community inclusion, and empowerment. We are a trusted name in offering compassionate, quality support services, and we invite you to be a part of our team. To see more of what Quest, Inc. has to offer, click here!

Company Values, Mission, and Vision

At Quest, Inc., our mission is to help people with developmental disabilities experience a full life. We are guided by the vision to provide lifelong services for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Benefits - Why You'll Love Working Here

Full-time Employees

Medical Coverage: HRA, FSA, premium discounts, wellness credits, free virtual and Minute Clinic visits, free imaging, and surgery

  • Dental and vision coverage
  • Company paid life, short- and long-term disability insurance
  • 401(k) with up to 2.5% match

Tuition assistance and reimbursement, student loan repayment assistance, employee assistance program, and more.

At Quest, we are passionate about helping children and families achieve meaningful progress through evidence-based behavioral services. We are seeking a compassionate, collaborative, and solutions-oriented Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to join our clinical team.

In this role, you will design and oversee individualized treatment programs, mentor behavior technicians, collaborate with families and interdisciplinary teams, and drive positive outcomes for children receiving ABA services.

Responsibilities/You Will

  • Conduct behavioral assessments, including VB-MAPP, ABLLS, EFL, and other clinically appropriate evaluations.
  • Develop and oversee individualized behavior intervention and skill acquisition programs.
  • Analyze client progress through data collection, graphing, and ongoing program modifications.
  • Write treatment plans, progress reports, and semiannual updates.

Collaborate with parents, caregivers, therapists, and clinical team members to ensure quality care and consistency across environments.

Provide clinical supervision and guidance related to treatment implementation and behavior management strategies.

  • Design data collection systems, graphs, and training materials to support effective service delivery.
  • Participate actively in weekly clinical meetings and case reviews.
  • Maintain compliance with BACB standards, payer requirements, and company policies and procedures.
  • Support children in developing communication, adaptive living, social, and functional skills.

Basic Qualifications/You Have

Master's degree (M.A. or M.S.) in Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis, Education, or a related field.

  • Current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification.
  • Experience developing and implementing behavioral programs for individuals with developmental disabilities.
  • Strong clinical decision-making, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience conducting functional assessments and developing behavior reduction plans.
  • Strong data analysis and graphing skills.
  • Experience training and coaching behavior technicians and caregivers.
  • Ability to manage multiple cases and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds, with or without accommodation.
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and sit for extended periods as needed.
  • Sufficient vision and hearing to observe client behavior and communicate effectively.
  • Ability to work in a variety of clinical, educational, community, and outdoor environments.

Quest, Inc. is a drug free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Quest to grant equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, veteran’s status, marital status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal statute.

Additional Benefits Information

  • Stay healthy with enhanced coverage – medical insurance includes an HRA, premium discounts, wellness credits, free virtual visits, free Minute Clinic visits, free imaging, and surgery
  • Full smile & clear vision – dental and vision plans to keep you covered head to toe
  • Security for you and your family – company-paid life and disability insurance coverage, plus long-term disability at no cost to you
  • Short-term coverage when you need it – short-term disability for life’s unexpected moments
  • Invest in your future – 401(k) with a company match to grow your retirement savings
  • Extra protection, your choice – voluntary accident and hospitalization coverage available
  • Save smarter – flexible spending accounts (FSA) to help your dollars go further
  • Support for life’s challenges – confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to help you and yours
  • Keep learning and growing- tuition assistance and tuition reimbursement to help you advance your education and career
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Key Responsibilities

The BCBA will design and oversee individualized behavior intervention programs and conduct clinical assessments to drive positive outcomes for clients. They are also responsible for providing clinical supervision to staff and collaborating with families and interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality care.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis, Education, or a related field. A current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification is required along with experience in developing behavioral programs for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Behavioral assessmentTreatment planningMentoringCollaborationCase management

Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context

In Florida, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$91k (12 salary observations; 16 listings), vs ~$91k nationally (271 salary observations; 674 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 50 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings this role was benchmarked against, 86% are remote, 28% have no call, 88% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$109k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $106k in an average-cost state. 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$109k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$8k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Behavior Analyst Jobs

46 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution46 jobs · 17 employers

11
<$95k
9
$95k-105k
9
$105k-115k
13
$115k-125k
4
$125k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks45 jobs · 17 employers

401k / retirement match
98% this job
CME allowance
93%
Sign-on bonus
87%
Loan repayment
33% this job
Relocation assistance
31%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 1.5
Below most Applied Behavior Analysis listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,397 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Orlando

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$357k
Typical market rent
$1,896/mo
Residents’ average commute
26 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
101.4
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Quest

Non-profit Organizations
Orlando, Florida
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical Coverage: HRA, FSA, premium discounts, wellness credits, free virtual and Minute Clinic visits, free imaging, and surgery
Dental and vision coverage
Company paid life, short- and long-term disability insurance
401(k) with up to 2.5% match
Tuition assistance and reimbursement
Student loan repayment assistance
Employee assistance program