Behavior Technician - BT - Full-Time ($500 Sign on Bonus)

ICBD•Mantua Township, NJ

5d•$43,680 - $43,680

About The Position

ABA Centers of New Jersey is hiring full-time Behavior Technicians to provide Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy and support individuals with autism and their families. The role offers a starting rate of $19.35 per hour for BTs and $21.40 per hour for RBTs; final compensation depends on experience, training, and education. A limited-time $500 sign-on bonus is offered through November 22, 2026. Behavior Technicians deliver therapy in homes, schools, communities, or clinics, teaching communication, social, and daily living skills while implementing individualized treatment plans under BCBA supervision. They collect and document session data, collaborate with BCBAs, colleagues, and families, participate in team meetings and ongoing training, and assist with administrative and clinical support tasks. For candidates who are not yet certified, the company provides paid training, mentorship, and preparation for the RBT exam. 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 have active certification in good standing and complete one week of paid training followed by precepting. Training availability is Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. The role includes structured advancement opportunities, apprenticeship training and supervision hours, professional development, and potential scholarship support for a master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis. Full-time employee benefits include paid time off and holidays, insurance options, retirement matching, paid parental leave, reimbursement, and bonus opportunities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 6 months of relevant experience, including internships or related roles.
Availability during afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and insurance.
Ability to pass background checks and drug screening and to meet driving record review requirements.
New Jersey candidates must be at least 21 years old and have at least 1 year of experience working with children, in healthcare, or in a related field.
Behavior Technician candidates must complete a 40-hour paid training program over two consecutive weeks, followed by hands-on precepting, and pass the RBT exam within 45 days.
Registered Behavior Technician candidates 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

$500 sign-on bonus (limited-time offer through November 22, 2026).
Paid RBT training.
Structured career advancement through the Level Up Program, with $1 per hour pay increases 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.
Mentorship toward BCBA certification.
21 paid days off: 15 PTO days, increasing with tenure, plus 6 paid holidays.
Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account 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/paternity leave for up to 5 weeks.
Employee Assistance Program with unlimited 24/7 counseling.
BeyondMed discounts on wellness and elective healthcare services.
PerkSpot discounts on top brands.
Pet insurance.
On the GoGa wellbeing hub.
Mileage reimbursement.
Performance bonus potential.
Referral bonuses for BCBAs and RBTs.