Behavior Technician - BT - Part-Time
About The Position
ABA Centers of New Jersey is hiring part-time Behavior Technicians and Registered Behavior Technicians to provide Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy in homes, schools, communities, or clinics. The role focuses on supporting individuals with autism by teaching communication, social, and daily living skills and implementing individualized treatment plans under BCBA supervision. Technicians collect and document session data, collaborate with BCBAs, coworkers, and families, participate in meetings and ongoing training, and assist with administrative and clinical support tasks as needed. BT candidates 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. RBT candidates must hold active certification in good standing and complete one week of paid training followed by hands-on precepting. Both paths require availability for training Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. The stated regular availability is Monday through Friday, 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and Saturday, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Starting rates are $22.25 per hour for BTs and $24.60 per hour for RBTs. Final compensation is determined by experience, training, and education. Career development includes structured advancement to RBT Levels 2 and 3, an apprenticeship program, a full-tuition scholarship opportunity for a master's degree in ABA at a designated university, professional development for certification, paid RBT training, and mentorship toward BCBA certification.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Availability during afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and insurance.
- Ability to pass background checks, drug screening, and a 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.
- BT candidates must complete a paid 40-hour training program over two consecutive weeks, complete hands-on precepting, and pass the RBT exam within 45 days.
- RBT candidates must have active certification in good standing and complete one week of paid training followed by hands-on 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
- 401(k).
- Mileage reimbursement.
- Performance bonus potential.
- 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 for a master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis.
- Professional development opportunities for certification.
- Paid RBT training.
- Mentorship toward BCBA certification.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
