Behavior Technician (RBT) - Flexible ABA Role & Growth

Step Up Family Services; Montague Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

Step Up Family Services is hiring a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) or Behavior Technician (BT) to implement individualized ABA programs for children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder under BCBA supervision in in-home and/or center-based settings.

The role focuses on data collection, skill acquisition targeting communication, social, adaptive, and academic behaviors, and applying behavior reduction protocols while maintaining professional conduct and collaborating with families and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Education, or related field preferred.
• RBT certification preferred but not required at time of hire; required within 90 days if applicable.
• Experience working with children or individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel to client homes or centers as needed.
• Must pass background checks, including criminal history and abuse registry screenings.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds, bend, kneel, and sit on the floor for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 ABA therapy as directed by the supervising BCBA, following individualized treatment plans and behavior intervention strategies.
• Record and maintain accurate data on client progress using electronic data collection systems
• Implement skill acquisition programs targeting communication, social, adaptive, and academic behaviors
• Follow and apply behavior reduction protocols as designed by the BCBA
• Assist with the generalization of skills across environments, people, and settings
• Provide reinforcement, prompting, and other ABA techniques in accordance with the client’s treatment plan
• Maintain professional and ethical conduct in accordance with BACB guidelines (if applicable)
• Participate in ongoing training, supervision, and team meetings
• Communicate effectively with clients, families, and the clinical team
• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of clients at all times

Skills

Experience working with children

Data collection and record-keeping

Communication with families and the 1-

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Education, or related field preferred

RBT certification

Tools

Electronic data collection systems

Job description

Step Up Family Services is hiring a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) or Behavior Technician (BT) to implement individualized ABA programs for children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder under BCBA supervision in in-home and/or center-based settings.

The role focuses on data collection, skill acquisition targeting communication, social, adaptive, and academic behaviors, and applying behavior reduction protocols while maintaining professional conduct and collaborating with families and