Behavior Technician - BT - Full-Time

ICBD•Hackensack, NJ

21d•$25

About The Position

ABA Centers of New Jersey is hiring a full-time Behavior Technician (BT) or Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) in Hackensack, New Jersey. The role delivers Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy and supports individuals with autism and their families. Starting pay is $22.25 per hour for BTs and $24.60 per hour for RBTs; final compensation depends on experience, training, and educational credentials. Technicians provide therapy in homes, schools, communities, or clinics; teach communication, social, and daily living skills; and implement individualized treatment plans under BCBA supervision. They collect and document session data, collaborate with BCBAs, colleagues, and families, participate in meetings and ongoing training, and assist with administrative and clinical support tasks as needed. BTs complete a paid 40-hour training program over two consecutive weeks, followed by hands-on precepting, and must pass the RBT exam within 45 days. RBTs must hold active certification in good standing and complete one week of paid training followed by precepting. Both training paths require availability Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The employer offers paid training, mentorship, career advancement, and professional development.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 6 months of relevant experience, including internships or related roles.
Availability during afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and insurance.
Ability to pass background checks and drug screening and to meet the driving record review requirements.
New Jersey candidates must be at least 21 years old and have at least 1 year of experience working with children, in healthcare, or in a related field.
Behavior Technicians must complete a paid 40-hour training program over two consecutive weeks, followed by precepting, and pass the RBT exam within 45 days.
Registered Behavior Technicians must have active certification in good standing and complete one week of paid training followed by precepting.
Availability for training Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Nice To Haves

Experience in childcare, education, or related fields.
Experience working with children or adolescents.
Prior exposure to ABA services.

Responsibilities

Deliver ABA therapy in homes, schools, communities, or clinics.
Teach communication, social, and daily living skills.
Implement individualized treatment plans under BCBA supervision.
Collect, organize, and accurately document session data.
Work closely with BCBAs, team members, and families.
Participate in team meetings and ongoing training.
Assist with administrative and clinical support tasks as needed.

Benefits

Structured career advancement through the Level Up Program, with $1 per hour pay increases for each level upon competency completion.
Apprenticeship program with training and supervision hours provided.
Full-tuition scholarship opportunity at a designated university to pursue a master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis.
Professional development opportunities for certification.
Paid RBT training.
Mentorship toward BCBA certification.
21 paid days off: 15 PTO days that increase with tenure, plus 6 paid holidays.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, life, AD&D, and GAP Plan insurance.
401(k) with up to 6% employer match.
Employer-paid maternity and paternity leave for up to 5 weeks.
Employee assistance program with unlimited 24/7 counseling.
Wellness and elective healthcare service discounts through BeyondMed.
Brand discounts through PerkSpot.
Pet insurance.
On the GoGa wellbeing hub.
Mileage reimbursement.
Potential performance bonuses.
Referral bonuses for BCBAs and RBTs.