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Children's Specialized ABA lists this Behavior Technician/Registered Behavior Technician opportunity in newark, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
About Children’s Specialized ABA
Children’s Specialized ABA is part of the Children’s Specialized Hospital Autism Center of Excellence. We serve children with ASD by combining clinical innovation, whole-child care, and personalized therapy.
At Children’s Specialized ABA, we envision a future where every child diagnosed with autism has access to innovative and compassionate care, empowering them to thrive and reach their full potential. Our vision is built on four core values:
Inclusivity: We celebrate the diversity within the Autism spectrum and are committed to creating an inclusive environment that respects and values each person’s individual strengths and differences.
Innovation: We foster a culture of creativity and collaboration, exploring new ideas to develop personalized solutions that enhance quality of life for all children with Autism.
Connection: We actively engage with the health systems and broader community to coordinate services and care for people with Autism.
Quality and Safety: We invest in research and training to provide cutting-edge, effective, safe, and personalized services tailored to the unique needs of those we serve.
Job Type
Full-time
Description
About Children’s Specialized ABA
Children’s Specialized ABA is part of the Children’s Specialized Hospital Autism Center of Excellence. We serve children with ASD by combining clinical innovation, whole-child care, and personalized therapy.
Join Us as a Full-time Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), 09:00-05:00 PM
As an RBT, you’ll provide one-on-one ABA therapy to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), helping them build communication, social, and daily living skills while reducing challenging behaviors. You’ll work closely with a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and a collaborative care team to deliver high-quality, compassionate care.
Not certified yet? We’ve got you covered — we provide paid training and cover the cost of your RBT exam to help you launch your career with confidence.
What You'll Do
Deliver individualized therapy sessions in-home or clinic-based
Implement behavior acquisition and reduction plans
Use electronic tools such as CentralReach to conduct preference assessments and track data.
Collaborate in clinical meetings and receive ongoing feedback and supervision
Maintain program books and develop teaching materials
Communicate progress to parents and caregivers
Provide basic care (e.g., toileting, eating) as needed
What You'll Need
Minimum age: 18 years
High school diploma or equivalent
Reliable transportation
RBT certification is preferred, but not required — if you're positive, motivated, and eager to learn, we’ll provide the training and support to help you succeed.
Prior experience working with children—ASD experience strongly preferred
Ability to commit to a consistent weekly schedule
Physically able to perform job duties (e.g., kneeling, bending, lifting up to 40 lbs., moving with children)
Work Location:
This position will provide services in a clinical setting at our Newark, NJ clinic. The role involves working on-site as part of a collaborative team, with access to supervision, peer support, and clinic-based resources in a structured environment.
Shift Hours
We are seeking candidates who are available during the 9:00–5:00 time block, 5 days per week. This role is expected to offer roughly 40 hours per week.
Benefits & Perks For All Clinic Employees
Company-sponsored, best-in-class training to support earning your Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) credential
(Includes exam cost coverage and a pay increase upon certification)
Weekly supervision and in-person BCBA support
Free CEUs and fieldwork supervision for current or aspiring BCBA students
Annual performance-based raises
Increased hourly rate for bilingual (English/Spanish) candidates
Clear pathways for advancement — whether toward Lead RBT roles or administrative opportunities (authorizations, scheduling, recruitment).
Fun fact: some of our recruiters started as RBTs!
Supportive, inclusive culture where your voice, ideas, and empathy are truly valued
Accrued paid sick time (per eligibility)
Referral bonus program — help us grow the team and get rewarded
Exclusive discounts on entertainment, travel, theme parks, and more
Benefits Available For Eligible Employees (Full-time)
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Company-paid life insurance ($50,000 coverage)
Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
A full suite of voluntary benefits to customize your coverage
9 company-paid holidays
10 days of PTO/sick time, accrued throughout the year
Compensation
The expected salary range for this role is $23–$29 per hour.
Final compensation will be based on a range of factors, such as your skills, education, experience, certifications, market conditions, and internal equity. All offers are made in alignment with applicable federal and state laws.
Children’s Specialized ABA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Salary Description
$23-$29/hour
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Worksite address
newark, NJ, 07175, US
Who can apply
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