Behavior Technician - BT - Full-Time
About The Position
ABA Centers of New Jersey is hiring a full-time Behavior Technician (BT) to deliver Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy and support individuals with autism and their families. The position offers a starting rate of $21.25 per hour for BTs and $23.50 per hour for Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs); final compensation depends on experience, training, and educational credentials. The role provides paid training, mentorship, and career advancement opportunities. 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 have active certification in good standing and complete one week of paid training followed by precepting. Training availability is Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Therapy may be delivered in clients’ homes, schools, communities, or clinics. The position involves implementing individualized treatment plans under BCBA supervision, teaching communication, social, and daily living skills, collecting session data, and collaborating with families and the care team. New Jersey candidates must be at least 21 years old and have at least one year of experience working with children, in healthcare, or in a related field.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Availability during afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and vehicle insurance.
- Ability to pass background checks, drug screening, and driving record review.
- New Jersey candidates must be at least 21 years of age and have at least one year of experience working with children, in healthcare, or in a related field.
- Behavior Technician candidates must complete a paid 40-hour training program over two consecutive weeks, participate in hands-on precepting, and pass the RBT exam within 45 days.
- Registered Behavior Technician candidates must hold active certification in good standing and complete one week of paid training followed by hands-on precepting.
- Availability for training Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
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
- Paid training and mentorship.
- Structured career advancement through the Level Up Program, with $1 per hour pay increases at Level 2 and Level 3 upon competency completion.
- Apprenticeship program with training and supervision hours provided.
- Full-tuition scholarship opportunity at a designated university for a Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis.
- Professional development opportunities for certification.
- Mentorship toward BCBA certification.
- 21 paid days off for full-time employees: 15 PTO days and 6 holidays, increasing with tenure.
- Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- 401(k) with up to 6% employer match.
- Mileage reimbursement.
- Performance bonus potential.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
