Paraprofessional Technician

RWJBarnabas Health

New Jersey

On-site

USD 30,000 - 39,000

Full time

31 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical and Prescription DrugInsurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Short & Long Term Disability

Life & Accidental Death Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Sp

Wellness Programs

Discounts Through Partners

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health seeks a Paraprofessional Technician to support pediatric ABA services at Children\'s Specialized Hospital in Somerset, NJ. Under supervision of BCBA and licensed psychologists, you will help deliver therapy and collect data in a collaborative care team.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED; a Bachelor\'s degree is a plus, and current BLS certification. You will engage with families and school staff to ensure treatment continuity and demonstrate compassionate,

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree in child development, psychology, or related field is a plus
Current American Heart Association BLS certification is required
Experience with developmental disabilities or pediatric feeding disorders in educational, instructional, or therapeutic settings preferred

Responsibilities

Conduct dedicated therapy sessions with patients under direct guidance of a BCBA.
Assist with development and deployment of skill-acquisition and behavior-reduction programs.
Organize, maintain, and enter treatment data into spreadsheets to graph and report progress.
Assist in training parents, school personnel, and caregivers for treatment continuity.
Prepare initial drafts of session materials, progress notes, and behavioral observations in measurable terms.
Maintain organization and cleanliness of department materials and support clinical research activities.

Skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in child development or psychology (plus)

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Pay Transparency

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

Req #: 0000266676

Category: Behavioral and Mental Health

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Facility: Childrens Specialized Hosp

Department: RU Cares

Pay Range: $21.96 - $27.28 per hour

Location: 888 Easton Ave, Somerset, NJ 08873

Job Title: Paraprofessional Technician

Location: Easton (EAS)

Department Name: RU Cares

Req #: 0000266676

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $21.96 - $27.28 per hour

Pay Transparency

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Our Paraprofessional Technicians work collaboratively to deliver life-changing applied behavior analytic (ABA) services for pediatric patients diagnosed with developmental disabilities, pediatric feeding disorders, or other complex behavioral needs. Working directly under the guidance of our professional behavior analysts (BCBAs) and licensed psychologists, our technicians assist with vital patient assessments and hands-on clinical program implementation. We view our clinical support staff as a critical component of the care team and recognize the incredibly positive impact they have on the developmental journeys and healthcare outcomes of our patients and their families. We hope you are excited by the opportunity to deliver specialized pediatric care in a way that redefines the patient experience through teamwork, compassion, and excellence within the RWJBarnabas Health network!

A Typical Day

Clinical Therapy Execution: Conducting dedicated therapy sessions with patients using standard ABA procedures under the direct guidance of a BCBA.
Program Implementation: Assisting with the development and deployment of crucial skill-acquisition and behavior-reduction programs.
Data & Optimization: Organizing, maintaining, and entering treatment data into spreadsheets to accurately graph and report progress.
Caregiver Partnership: Assisting in the training of parents, school personnel, and caregivers to ensure treatment continuity.
Clinical Collaboration: Preparing initial drafts of session materials, progress notes, and reporting behavioral observations in measurable terms.
Auxiliary Support: Assisting with clinical research activities and maintaining the overall organization and cleanliness of department materials.

This Role Might Be For You If

You Are Patient-Centric: You are deeply passionate about creating and delivering a differentiated healthcare experience for children and adolescents with unique developmental needs.
You Are Resilient: You maintain a calm, structured, and positive demeanor when working through challenging clinical behaviors such as aggression, self-injury, or feeding issues.
You Have High Standards: You set a high bar for yourself and others to maintain a safe, welcoming, and highly therapeutic environment for your patients.
You Value Teamwork: You believe that true healing is optimized and strengthened through kindness, empathy, and collaborative multidisciplinary communication.
You Are High-Energy: You possess the stamina, coordination, and physical ability to lift or transfer up to 50 pounds independently to support active pediatric patients.

To Be Considered

Education: High School Diploma or GED required. (A Bachelor's degree in child development, psychology, or a related field is a plus!)
Certifications: Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
Experience: Preference is given to individuals with prior experience working with individuals diagnosed with developmental disabilities or pediatric feeding disorders in an educational, instructional, or therapeutic setting.

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.