Registered Behavior Technician - RBT/BT - Full-Time

ABA Centers of New Jersey; South Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 46,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temple University scholarship toward a

Paid RBT training

Mentorship toward BCBA certification

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Mileage reimbursement

Performance bonus potential

21 paid days off (PTO + holidays)

Job summary

ABA Centers of New Jersey is hiring for a full-time Autism ABA support role in Hackensack, NJ. The position offers on-site work with paid training and clear opportunities for career advancement through our ABA Academy and supervision pathways.

Starting pay is provided as hourly rates: BTs at $22.25/hr and RBTs at $24.60/hr, with final compensation based on experience, training, and credentials. We support your growth with mentorship and a structured ladder toward BCBA certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 6+ months of relevant experience within healthcare, education, or related fields.
• Availability during afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Reliable transportation with valid driver's license and insurance.
• Ability to pass background checks, drug screening, and driving record review.
• NJ candidates: minimum age 21 with at least 1 year experience with children or in healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Direct client support and delivery of ABA therapy in homes, schools, communities, or clinics.
• Teach communication, social, and daily living skills under BCBA supervision.
• Implement individualized treatment plans and track progress with accurate data.
• Collaborate with BCBAs, team members, and families; participate in meetings and training.
• Provide administrative and clinical support as needed to the team.
• Maintain quality and documentation for sessions and outcomes.

Skills

Reliability

Flexible schedule

Communication with families

Team collaboration

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

ABA Centers of New Jersey

Hackensack, NJ

Starting rate of $22.25/hour for BTs

Starting rate of $24.60/hour for RBTs

Final compensation will be determined by a candidate's experience, training, and educational credentials*

Grow Your Career in ABA

Join one of the nation's fastest-growing providers of autism care and make a meaningful impact every day. At ABA Centers, we're committed to delivering high-quality Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy while investing in our team's growth and success.

Whether you're already a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) or just starting your journey, we provide paid training, mentorship, and a clear path for career advancement. If you're not yet certified, we'll support you through our ABA Academy of Excellence to help you prepare for and pass the RBT exam, required by the BACB.

Who We Are

We are a leading and rapidly growing provider of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, committed to delivering life-changing outcomes for individuals with autism and their families.

Our mission is to expand access to high-quality, compassionate care while driving measurable results. We are guided by core values that define how we work every day, People First, The Joy Effect, Data-Driven Excellence, Disrupt with Purpose, Celebrate Uniqueness, and Resilient and Responsible, ensuring we prioritize those we serve, create meaningful connections, continuously improve outcomes, challenge the status quo, and hold ourselves accountable to the highest standards.

What You'll Do

• Direct Client Support
• Deliver ABA therapy in homes, schools, communities, or clinics
• Teach communication, social, and daily living skills
• Implement individualized treatment plans under BCBA supervision
• Track Progress & Maintain Quality
• Collect, organize, and document session data accurately
• Work closely with BCBAs, team members, and families
• Participating in team meetings and ongoing training

Collaborate & Communicate

• Work closely with BCBAs, team members, and families
• Participating in team meetings and ongoing training

Support Operations

• Assist with administrative and clinical support tasks as needed

Registered Behavior Technician - RBT/BT - Full-Time

ABA Centers of New Jersey

Hackensack, NJ

Starting rate of $22.25/hour for BTs

Starting rate of $24.60/hour for RBTs

Final compensation will be determined by a candidate's experience, training, and educational credentials*

Grow Your Career in ABA

Join one of the nation's fastest-growing providers of autism care and make a meaningful impact every day. At ABA Centers, we're committed to delivering high-quality Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy while investing in our team's growth and success.

Whether you're already a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) or just starting your journey, we provide paid training, mentorship, and a clear path for career advancement. If you're not yet certified, we'll support you through our ABA Academy of Excellence to help you prepare for and pass the RBT exam, required by the BACB.

Who We Are

We are a leading and rapidly growing provider of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, committed to delivering life-changing outcomes for individuals with autism and their families.

Our mission is to expand access to high-quality, compassionate care while driving measurable results. We are guided by core values that define how we work every day, People First, The Joy Effect, Data-Driven Excellence, Disrupt with Purpose, Celebrate Uniqueness, and Resilient and Responsible, ensuring we prioritize those we serve, create meaningful connections, continuously improve outcomes, challenge the status quo, and hold ourselves accountable to the highest standards.

What You'll Do

• Direct Client Support
• Deliver ABA therapy in homes, schools, communities, or clinics
• Teach communication, social, and daily living skills
• Implement individualized treatment plans under BCBA supervision
• Track Progress & Maintain Quality
• Collect, organize, and document session data accurately
• Work closely with BCBAs, team members, and families
• Participating in team meetings and ongoing training

Collaborate & Communicate

• Work closely with BCBAs, team members, and families
• Participating in team meetings and ongoing training

Support Operations

• Assist with administrative and clinical support tasks as needed

Requirements

What We're Looking For

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 6+ months of relevant experience (including internships or related roles)
• Availability during afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Reliable transportation with valid driver's license and insurance
• Ability to pass background checks, drug screening, and driving record review
• NJ candidates must be at least 21 years of age and have a minimum of 1 year of experience working with children, in healthcare, or in a related field.

Position-Specific

• Behavior Technician (BT): Complete a 40-hour paid training program over 2 consecutive weeks (at the same rate of pay), followed by precepting (hands-on supervision), and pass the RBT exam within 45 days (up to 3 weeks total)
• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT): Active certification in good standing; 1 week of paid training followed by precepting (hands-on supervision) (up to 2 weeks total)
• Training availability (BT / RBT): Must be available Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM

Preferred

• Experience in childcare, education, or related fields
• Experience working with children or adolescents
• Prior exposure to ABA services

Benefits

Benefits & Career Growth

• Career Advancement - Level Up Program
• Structured growth to RBT Level 2 and Level 3 ($1/hour pay increase per level upon competency completion)
• Apprenticeship program: training and supervision hours provided.
• Full-tuition scholarship opportunity at Temple University to pursue a Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
• Professional development opportunities for certification
• Paid RBT training
• Mentorship toward BCBA certification

Other Benefits (FT Employees)

• 21 paid days off (15 PTO + 6 holidays, increasing with tenure)
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• 401(k) with up to 6% employer match
• Mileage reimbursement
• Performance bonus potential

ABA Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building an inclusive workplace free from discrimination. We make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

ABA Centers participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process and employment. If you require assistance or accommodation, please let us know.