Lead Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) - Social Connections Program

Children's Specialized ABA•North Brunswick Township, NJ

7d•$53,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

Children's Specialized ABA, part of the Children's Specialized Hospital Autism Center of Excellence, is hiring a Lead Registered Behavior Technician for its Social Connections Program. The role combines direct ABA therapy with program and team leadership, supporting children as they develop social skills and work toward individualized goals. The Lead RBT mentors newer BTs/RBTs, strengthens program systems, and partners closely with BCBAs while modeling consistent, high-quality care. The position provides one-on-one and group therapy using BCBA-designed goals and approved procedures. It also supports program organization, schedules, activities, inventory, family communications, staff engagement, and onboarding and coaching of teammates. The Lead RBT works on-site at the North Brunswick center, full-time, with core hours of 10:45 a.m. to 7:15 p.m. The expected salary range is $53,000–$60,000 per year.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Active, unexpired RBT certification, which must be maintained throughout employment.
At least 6 months of experience as an RBT in a center-based service setting.
Detail-oriented approach to reports and session notes.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Comfort learning systems such as Central Reach.
Internal candidates must meet 80% on competencies and be in good standing.

Nice To Haves

BCBA student status is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide one-on-one and group ABA therapy within the Social Connections Program.
Implement BCBA-designed goals and procedures, including reinforcement, teaching, behavior-reduction procedures, and discrete trial teaching.
Adapt strategies within BCBA-approved frameworks and partner with BCBAs on treatment integrity.
Conduct and help interpret stimulus preference assessments; collaborate with BCBAs on client goals, skill assessments, and checklists.
Collect accurate data and complete session notes and program books; convert sessions in Central Reach within 24 hours.
Design teaching and therapeutic materials.
Manage program organization, weekly schedules, and activity programming.
Forecast and manage supplies and inventory.
Design and distribute monthly newsletters for families and staff.
Support employee engagement through team recognition and activities.
Welcome clients and families and support daily arrival and dismissal procedures.
Discuss daily progress with parents and caregivers.
Serve as a resource for new BTs/RBTs, particularly on Central Reach and day-to-day workflows.
Train, coach, and provide constructive real-time feedback to teammates.
Provide clinic-level coverage and work with children across all levels of the spectrum as needed.
Meet competency benchmarks and model expected standards.
Protect client well-being, dignity, and confidentiality.
Arrive prepared and on time, participate in continuing education, and comply with BACB and company policies, procedures, and ethical guidelines.

Benefits

Up to 19 paid days off in the first year, including PTO, sick time, and holidays, with accrual increasing with tenure.
Medical insurance.
Voluntary dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Short-term disability coverage.
Critical illness coverage.
Free $50,000 life insurance policy.
Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
401(k) retirement savings plan.
Company discount program for amusement parks, memberships, cruises, movie tickets, spas, and sports tickets.