Behavior Technician (Outreach)

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Rutgers University is seeking a Behavior Technician (Outreach) to support children with autism through behavior analytic strategies. This part-time position requires a high school diploma and offers the opportunity to work in home-based settings, contributing to meaningful outcomes for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits program

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent, and/or up to 4 years of relevant experience.
• At least 6 months of prior experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities in an ABA setting.
• Current certification or willingness to become certified as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT).

Responsibilities

• Implements behavior analytic strategies for children with autism.
• Collects and analyzes behavioral data under BCBA supervision.
• Contributes to behavior analytic instructional programming.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Independence

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

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At the Rutgers University Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology, we provide the nation’s highest quality doctoral education and training, which develops outstanding practitioners and fosters personal leadership to advance the practice and field of professional psychology. Since the establishment of our Psychological Clinic in 1929 and the school’s founding in 1974, we have become the “gold standard” in the education and training of qualified and competent direct-service psychologists.

The mission of GSAPP is threefold: education, research/scholarship, and public service. Its goal is to prepare well-educated, qualified, and competent direct-service psychologists who have a special commitment to direct community involvement and to underserved populations—professionals who can integrate scientific knowledge with innovation in the delivery of psychological services to individuals, families, groups, and organizations. Professionals receiving a doctoral degree in psychology should be capable of extending psychological knowledge and exhibiting the high level of analytic skills and theoretical understanding needed to use existing and emerging psychological knowledge.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Behavior Technician (Outreach) for the GSAPP – Douglass Developmental Disabailities Center.

Among the key duties of the position are the following:

• Implements a variety of behavior analytic strategies to support successful outcomes for children with autism across the areas of skill acquisition and/or behavior reduction in home-based settings.
• Collects, interprets and, with oversight from the board certified behavior analyst ( BCBA ), analyzes behavioral data.
• Contributes to the development of behavior analytic instructional programming under the supervision of a Behavior Analyst.
• High School diploma or equivalent, and/or up to 4 years of relevant experience.

Certifications/Licenses

• Valid driver’s license and use of personal vehicle to travel to client’s home.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 6 months of prior experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities in an ABA setting.
• Current certification or willingness to become certified as a Registered Behavior Technician ( RBT ).

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of organization.
• Ability to work independently.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Must be physically active and be on your feet most of the day. (Duties may involve running and playing active games with individuals with autism (ages 3 1/2 – 21 years or adults).
• Following training must be physically capable of safely providing crisis management techniques including restraining, lifting, and blocking individuals with challenging behaviors.

Special Conditions

• Clean Driving Record.

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 01/10/2025

Posting Close Date

Posting Close Date 06/19/2025

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Home Location Campus

City

State

State NJ

Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Behavior Technician (Outreach) Posting Number 25TM0010 Department GSAPP-Douglass Devt Disab Ctr Overview At the Rutgers University Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology, we provide the nation’s highest quality doctoral education and training, which develops outstanding practitioners and fosters personal leadership to advance the practice and field of professional psychology. Since the establishment of our Psychological Clinic in 1929 and the school’s founding in 1974, we have become the “gold standard” in the education and training of qualified and competent direct-service psychologists.

The mission of GSAPP is threefold: education, research/scholarship, and public service. Its goal is to prepare well-educated, qualified, and competent direct-service psychologists who have a special commitment to direct community involvement and to underserved populations—professionals who can integrate scientific knowledge with innovation in the delivery of psychological services to individuals, families, groups, and organizations. Professionals receiving a doctoral degree in psychology should be capable of extending psychological knowledge and exhibiting the high level of analytic skills and theoretical understanding needed to use existing and emerging psychological knowledge. Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Behavior Technician (Outreach) for the GSAPP – Douglass Developmental Disabailities Center.

Among the key duties of the position are the following:

• Implements a variety of behavior analytic strategies to support successful outcomes for children with autism across the areas of skill acquisition and/or behavior reduction in home-based settings.
• Collects, interprets and, with oversight from the board certified behavior analyst ( BCBA ), analyzes behavioral data.
• Contributes to the development of behavior analytic instructional programming under the supervision of a Behavior Analyst.

Position Status Part Time Hours Per Week 19.5 Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement FLSA Nonexempt Position Salary 17.00/hourly Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview . Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent, and/or up to 4 years of relevant experience.

Certifications/Licenses

• Valid driver’s license and use of personal vehicle to travel to client’s home.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 6 months of prior experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities in an ABA setting.
• Current certification or willingness to become certified as a Registered Behavior Technician ( RBT ).

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of organization.
• Ability to work independently.

Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Must be physically active and be on your feet most of the day. (Duties may involve running and playing active games with individuals with autism (ages 3 1/2 – 21 years or adults).
• Following training must be physically capable of safely providing crisis management techniques including restraining, lifting, and blocking individuals with challenging behaviors.

Special Conditions

• Clean Driving Record.

Posting Details Posting Open Date 01/10/2025 Posting Close Date 06/19/2025 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Douglass (RU-New Brunswick) City New Brunswick State NJ Location Details Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals , if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a High School diploma or equivalent, and/or up to 4 years of relevant experience?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have experience working with individuals with autism or other developmental disabilities?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have experience working with children?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

Resume/CV

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

List of Professional References (contact Info)

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