Behavior Technician - BT - Full-Time

ICBD•Union City, NJ

21d•$22 - $25

About The Position

ABA Centers of New Jersey is hiring a full-time Behavior Technician (BT) or Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) in Hoboken, New Jersey. The role delivers Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to individuals with autism in homes, schools, communities, or clinics. Technicians teach communication, social, and daily living skills and implement individualized treatment plans under BCBA supervision. The work also includes collecting and documenting session data, coordinating with BCBAs, team members, and families, participating in 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 at the same rate of pay, followed by hands-on precepting, and must pass the RBT exam within 45 days. RBTs must hold active certification in good standing and complete one week of paid training followed by hands-on precepting. Training availability is Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Starting rates are $22.25 per hour for BTs and $24.60 per hour for RBTs. 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.
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.
For New Jersey candidates: at least 21 years of age and a minimum of 1 year of experience working with children, in healthcare, or in a related field.
BT candidates must complete a 40-hour paid training program over two consecutive weeks, followed by 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 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.
For BTs, complete the paid 40-hour training program, hands-on precepting, and RBT exam within 45 days.
For RBTs, complete one week of paid training followed by hands-on precepting.

Benefits

Paid BT and RBT training.
Structured career advancement through the Level Up Program, with a $1 per hour increase at each of RBT Level 2 and Level 3 upon competency completion.
Professional development opportunities for certification.
Full-tuition scholarship opportunity at a designated university for a Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis.
Mentorship toward BCBA certification.
For full-time employees: 21 paid days off, consisting of 15 PTO days that increase with tenure and 6 paid holidays.
Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account options.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Long-term disability and life insurance, AD&D insurance, and GAP Plan through TransAmerica.
401(k) with up to 6% employer match.
100% employer-paid maternity and 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 through Nationwide.
On the GoGa wellbeing hub.
Mileage reimbursement.
Performance bonus potential.
Referral bonuses for BCBAs and RBTs.