BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN

Step Up Family Services LLC•Newark, NJ

47d•$20 - $30•Hybrid

About The Position

Behavior Technicians (BTs) and Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) provide direct Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services to children and families under the direction and supervision of a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). The BT/RBT implements individualized treatment and behavior support plans, collects accurate data, and collaborates with families and the clinical team to support each client’s goals and progress.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required
Previous experience working with children, individuals with developmental disabilities, behavioral health, or ABA is preferred but not required; training will be provided.
Strong communication, reliability, and ability to consistently follow individualized treatment plans and clinical direction.
Ability to work collaboratively with clients, families, BCBAs, and the clinical team.
Reliable transportation and ability to travel to assigned client homes, community settings, or Step Up centers as required.
Must meet all required background checks, fingerprinting, training, credentialing, and physical requirements of the position.
RBT certification is not required at the time of hire. Candidates must successfully complete all Step Up training and competency requirements applicable to the position.

Nice To Haves

related college education preferred

Responsibilities

Provide 1:1 ABA services in accordance with each client’s individualized treatment plan and Behavior Support Plan (BSP), under the direction and supervision of the BCBA.
Implement skill-acquisition and behavior-reduction programs, including reinforcement, prompting, and other ABA strategies as outlined in the treatment plan.
Collect and accurately document client data, progress, observations, and session notes using required electronic systems.
Monitor client response to interventions and promptly communicate progress, concerns, changes, or safety issues to the supervising BCBA.
Support the generalization of skills across environments, people, and settings, including communication, social, adaptive, and other individualized goals.
Collaborate professionally with clients, families, BCBAs, and other members of the clinical team while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
Maintain consistent attendance, punctuality, and reliability for assigned cases and communicate scheduling concerns proactively.
Participate in required training, supervision, competency development, and team meetings.
Utilize required systems for documentation, data collection, scheduling, and billing, ensuring all records are accurate and completed within required timeframes.
Maintain client safety, confidentiality, ethical standards, and compliance with Step Up policies, treatment protocols, and all applicable professional and regulatory requirements.