Behavior Technician - BT - Full-Time
About The Position
ABA Centers of New Jersey is hiring a full-time Behavior Technician to provide Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to individuals with autism. Services may take place in homes, schools, communities, or clinics. The role teaches communication, social, and daily living skills and implements individualized treatment plans under BCBA supervision. Technicians collect and document session data, collaborate with BCBAs, colleagues, and families, participate in team meetings and training, and assist with administrative and clinical support tasks as needed. Behavior Technicians complete a paid 40-hour training program over two consecutive weeks at the same rate of pay, followed by hands-on precepting, and are expected to pass the RBT exam within 45 days. The organization provides mentorship, paid training, and career advancement opportunities. 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. Starting pay is $21.25 per hour for BTs and $23.50 per hour for RBTs. Final compensation depends on experience, training, and educational credentials. Training availability is required Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM; the role also requires availability during afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Availability during afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Availability for training Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
- Reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and insurance.
- Ability to pass background checks, drug screening, and a driving record review.
- For New Jersey candidates: at least 21 years of age and a minimum of one year of experience working with children, in healthcare, or in a related field.
- For Behavior Technicians: complete a paid 40-hour training program over two consecutive weeks, complete hands-on precepting, and pass the RBT exam within 45 days.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in childcare, education, or related fields.
- Experience working with children or adolescents.
- Prior exposure to ABA services.
- For candidates applying as Registered Behavior Technicians: active RBT certification in good standing.
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
- 21 paid days off (15 PTO days and 6 holidays), increasing with tenure.
- Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- 401(k) with up to 6% employer match.
- Mileage reimbursement.
- Potential performance bonus.
- Structured career advancement through the Level Up Program, with a $1 per hour 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
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
