BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN - IN CENTER | BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ

Step Up Family Services LLC • Brick Township, NJ

5d • $20 - $30 • Onsite

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). Services support children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other developmental disabilities and may be delivered in the home, community, or center, based on the assigned case. 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.

The position is part-time and in-center in Brick Township, New Jersey, though services for assigned cases may also be provided in client homes or community settings. Scheduling depends on assigned cases, authorized service hours, and family availability. During the school year, the stated schedule is Monday through Saturday, 3:00 PM–7:00 PM; summer service hours may be available between 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM. Compensation is $20–$30 per hour plus bonus based on relevant experience and credentialing, with a training rate of $16 per hour. Professional development, training, and supervision toward RBT certification are available.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong communication skills, reliability, and ability to follow individualized treatment plans and clinical direction consistently.
• 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.
• Ability to work with children who may exhibit challenging behaviors, including aggression, elopement, or self-injury, while following established safety procedures and clinical protocols.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position, which may include bending, kneeling, sitting on the floor for extended periods, and lifting up to 30 pounds, with reasonable accommodation as applicable.
• Must meet required background checks, fingerprinting, training, credentialing, and physical requirements.
• Behavior Technician candidates do not need RBT certification at hire but must successfully complete applicable Step Up training and competency requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Related college education.
• Previous experience working with children, individuals with developmental disabilities, behavioral health, or ABA; experience is preferred but not required and training will be provided.
• Relevant experience and credentialing may be considered in determining compensation.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

• Opportunities for professional development, training, and supervision toward RBT certification.
• Bonus in addition to hourly compensation, based on relevant experience and credentialing.

What This Job Offers

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