Behavior Technician

Behavior Technician - BT - Full-Time ($500 Sign on Bonus)

ICBD · Ocean City, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-11-10

Salary: USD 40,248–47,008

Workplace: on_site

Department: Clinic Staff

Description

Behavior Technician - BT - Full-Time

ABA Centers of New Jersey

Ocean City, NJ

**$500 Sign-On Bonus. Limited-Time Offer! Expires November 22, 2026

RBT: Starting rate of $21.40 per hour.

BT: Starting rate of $19.35 per hour.

*Final compensation determined by experience, training, and education

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

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 a designated 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

• 21 paid days off (15 PTO days increasing with tenure, plus 6 paid holidays) 
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options 
• Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, life insurance, AD&D insurance, and GAP Plan (TransAmerica) 
• Generous 401(k) with up to 6% employer match 
• 100% employer-paid maternity/paternity leave for up to 5 weeks 
• EAP (unlimited counseling 24/7), BeyondMed (discounts on wellness and elective healthcare services), PerkSpot (discounts on top brands), Pet Insurance (Nationwide), and On the GoGa wellbeing hub 
• Mileage reimbursement  
• Performance bonus potential 
• Referral bonuses for BCBAs and RBTs 

Closing Statement

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.

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