ABA Behavior Technician - Middlesex County

Abcachieve; Middlesex (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

An established agency dedicated to supporting children with autism spectrum disorder is looking for compassionate ABA Behavioral Technicians. This role involves applying ABA principles in real-world settings to help children improve their communication and adaptability. You will work closely with Board-Certified Behavioral Analysts and have the opportunity to pursue further professional credentials like Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). With flexible part-time schedules available, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and their families while developing their skills in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Flexible part-time schedules

Opportunities for professional credentials

Training provided

Qualifications

• Candidates should have a degree in ABA, psychology, or education.
• Active RBT certification is preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Apply ABA principles to study and respond to patient behavior.
• Provide thorough documentation of each student's progress.

Skills

Stakeholder communication skills

Adaptability under stress

Behavioral redirection techniques

Documentation skills

Play skills

Education

Degree in ABA, psychology, or education

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certificate

Job description

Achievement Behavior Services is an agency that was founded ten years ago, in 2015, by the joint efforts of dedicated BCBAs and LCSWs. We have a successful history of supporting children with a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and their families with direct, in-home/in-community ABA therapeutic services. Our approach uses the principles and practices of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to mentor and support these children towards increasing their communication, adaptability, resilience, and independence. Presently, we are seeking ABA Behavioral Technicians (BTs) to join our network of dedicated ABA professionals, to provide direct ABA services to children with ASD, in collaboration with one of our many esteemed Board-Certified Behavioral Analysts (BCBAs).

Day-to-day Behavior Technician Tasks:

• Study patient behavior and apply ABA principles
• Respond appropriately to different situations common among Autism patients and others with behavioral and developmental challenges
• Utilize key communication skills to provide effective feedback to patients
• Effectively communicate positive feedback to patients
• Be able to recognize and respond to critical improvements in patient behaviors
• Become familiar with and use behavioral redirection techniques
• Know how to respond to negative behaviors appropriately
• Provide thorough and accurate written documentation on each student

What we offer:

• A competitive hourly starting rate (based on qualifications)
• Flexible PART-TIME schedules: after school & potential for weekends
• Work collaboratively with leaders in our ABA Professionals Network
• Opportunities to pursue further professional credentials: Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
• Willing to train

The Qualifications:

• Applicable fields of studies in ABA, psychology, education, or related field of study
• Preferred: Active Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certificate from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board
• Strong stakeholder communication skills required
• Ability to be adaptable under high-stress situations
• Exhibits professional administrative reliability: punctuality and responsiveness
• Proven experience working with pre-school and elementary school-aged children
• Additional evidence of successful work with patients suffering from Autism and developmental issues
• Other experience, certificates, or qualifications as required by NY State
• Intuitive, engaging, compassionate, and person-centered approaches
• Proven experience with documenting progress notes and data points aligning with individualized treatment plans and goals
• Play Skills