Behavior Technician - BT - Full-Time
About The Position
ABA Centers of New Jersey is hiring a full-time Behavior Technician (BT) in Hoboken, New Jersey, to provide Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy and support individuals with autism and their families. The role delivers therapy in homes, schools, communities, or clinics and implements individualized treatment plans under BCBA supervision. Starting pay is $22.25 per hour for BTs and $24.60 per hour for RBTs; final compensation depends on experience, training, and educational credentials. BTs complete a paid 40-hour training program over two consecutive weeks at the same rate of pay, followed by hands-on precepting, and must pass the RBT exam within 45 days. The position includes mentorship, ongoing training, and opportunities for career advancement, including progression to higher RBT levels. 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.
- 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, drug screening, and driving record review.
- For New Jersey candidates: at least 21 years of age and at least 1 year of experience working with children, in healthcare, or in a related field.
- For BTs: complete a 40-hour paid training program over two consecutive weeks, followed by hands-on precepting, and pass the RBT exam within 45 days.
- For RBTs: active certification in good standing; 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
- Paid training and mentorship.
- Structured career advancement through the Level Up Program, with a $1 per hour increase per level upon competency completion.
- Professional development opportunities for certification.
- Full-tuition scholarship opportunity at a designated university to pursue a master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis.
- 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.
- 100% employer-paid maternity/paternity leave for up to 5 weeks.
- EAP with unlimited 24/7 counseling.
- BeyondMed discounts on wellness and elective healthcare services.
- PerkSpot discounts on top brands.
- Pet insurance through Nationwide.
- On the GoGa wellbeing hub.
- Mileage reimbursement.
- Performance bonus potential.
- Referral bonuses for BCBAs and RBTs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
