Behavior Technician - BT - Full-Time

ICBD•South Hackensack, NJ

21d•$22 - $25

About The Position

ABA Centers of New Jersey is hiring Behavior Technicians and Registered Behavior Technicians to provide Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy and support meaningful outcomes for individuals with autism and their families. The role delivers services in homes, schools, communities, or clinics and implements individualized treatment plans under BCBA supervision. The organization provides paid training, mentorship, and opportunities for career advancement. 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. 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 an active certification in good standing and complete one week of paid training followed by hands-on precepting. Training availability is Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. The position requires availability during afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays. New Jersey candidates must be at least 21 and have at least one year of experience working with children, in healthcare, or in a related field. ABA Centers describes itself as a rapidly growing provider of ABA therapy focused on compassionate care, measurable results, and employee development. Full-time employees are offered paid time off and holidays, insurance and savings benefits, retirement matching, paid parental leave, reimbursement, and bonus opportunities. Additional career development includes advancement levels, an apprenticeship program, scholarship opportunities, professional development, and mentorship toward BCBA certification.

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, drug screening, and driving record review.
New Jersey candidates must be at least 21 years of age and have at least 1 year of experience working with children, in healthcare, or in a related field.
Behavior Technicians must complete a 40-hour paid training program over 2 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 1 week of paid training followed by precepting.
BT and RBT candidates must be available 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

Structured career advancement to RBT Level 2 and Level 3, with a $1 per hour pay increase per 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 increasing 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.
100% employer-paid maternity and paternity leave for up to 5 weeks.
Employee assistance program with unlimited 24/7 counseling.
Wellness and elective healthcare discounts through BeyondMed.
Brand discounts through PerkSpot.
Pet insurance through Nationwide.
On the GoGa wellbeing hub.
Mileage reimbursement.
Performance bonus potential.
Referral bonuses for BCBAs and RBTs.