Behavior Technician - BT - Part-Time

ICBD • Old Bridge, NJ

3d • $50,232 - $50,232

About The Position

ABA Centers of New Jersey is hiring a part-time Behavior Technician (BT) or Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) in Freehold, New Jersey. The role delivers Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to individuals with autism in homes, schools, communities, or clinics. Technicians teach communication, social, and daily living skills and implement individualized treatment plans under BCBA supervision.

The position requires availability Monday through Friday from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM and Saturday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Training availability is required Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. 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 hands-on precepting.

Starting pay is $22.25 per hour for BTs and $24.60 per hour for RBTs. Final compensation is determined by experience, training, and education. The employer offers paid training, mentorship, professional development, and structured career advancement opportunities.

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 old and have at least one year of experience working with children, in healthcare, or in a related field.
• BTs must complete a 40-hour paid training program over two consecutive weeks, complete hands-on precepting, and pass the RBT exam within 45 days.
• RBTs must have 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

• Structured career advancement through the Level Up Program, with a $1 per hour pay increase at each level 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.
• Paid RBT training.
• Mentorship toward BCBA certification.
• 401(k).
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Potential performance bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED