Behavior Technician - BT - Full-Time

ICBD•Lodi, NJ

21d•$22 - $25

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. Services may be provided in homes, schools, communities, or clinics. BTs teach communication, social, and daily living skills and implement individualized treatment plans under BCBA supervision. The role includes collecting, organizing, and accurately documenting session data; collaborating with BCBAs, colleagues, and families; participating in team meetings and ongoing training; and assisting with administrative and clinical support tasks as needed. 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. The starting rate for BTs is $22.25 per hour; final compensation depends on experience, training, and educational credentials.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 6 months of relevant experience, including internships or related roles.
For New Jersey candidates, be at least 21 years old and have at least 1 year of experience working with children, in healthcare, or in a related field.
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.
Complete a 40-hour paid training program over two consecutive weeks, followed by precepting, and pass the RBT exam within 45 days.
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 BT training.
Structured career advancement through the Level Up Program, with $1 per hour pay increases at Levels 2 and 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: 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.
Employer-paid maternity and paternity leave for up to 5 weeks.
Employee assistance program with unlimited 24/7 counseling.
Wellness and elective healthcare service discounts, brand discounts, pet insurance, and access to a wellbeing hub.
Mileage reimbursement.
Performance bonus potential.
Referral bonuses for BCBAs and RBTs.