Job Overview
Please do not apply unless you currently have an active BACB RBT certification number that can be verified through the BACB Registry.
Echo Care ABA is hiring Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) to provide compassionate, high-quality ABA therapy to children with autism and developmental needs in Elizabeth, Newark, Union, Linden, Roselle, Hillside, Rahway, Irvington, Roselle Park, Maplewood, East Orange, and nearby New Jersey communities.
Active BACB RBT certification is required. Applicants who only completed the 40-hour RBT training, are waiting to take the exam, or are still in the certification process are not eligible at this time.
We are a growing ABA agency looking for dependable, caring, and professional RBTs who want to be part of building a strong clinical team from the beginning. This is a part-time position to start, with the opportunity for additional hours as our caseload grows.
This role is a good fit for someone who enjoys working directly with children, can follow a BCBA’s treatment plan, collects accurate data, communicates well with families, and takes pride in providing consistent, meaningful support.
Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 ABA therapy to children under the supervision of a BCBA
- Implement individualized skill-acquisition and behavior-reduction goals
- Support communication, social, play, adaptive, and daily-living skills
- Collect accurate session data and document client progress
- Follow treatment plans, behavior plans, and clinical instructions
- Communicate professionally with families, supervisors, and team members
- Participate in supervision, feedback, and required training
- Maintain client confidentiality and follow HIPAA requirements
- Report safety concerns, schedule changes, and client updates promptly
- Represent Echo Care ABA professionally in home, school, clinic, or community settings
Required Qualifications
- Active BACB Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience providing ABA therapy or working with children with autism
- Ability to follow a BCBA’s treatment plan and collect accurate data
- Reliable transportation to client locations
- Professional communication and documentation skills
- Dependable, punctual, and comfortable working independently with supervision
- Willingness to complete Echo Care ABA onboarding, background checks, exclusion checks, and required trainings
Preferred Qualifications
- 6+ months of ABA experience
- Bilingual English/Spanish
- Experience with CentralReach or another ABA data-collection system
- CPR/First Aid certification
- Experience with home-based ABA services
- Experience supporting children with challenging behaviors, including tantrums, aggression, noncompliance, elopement, or communication delays
- Availability in Elizabeth, Newark, Union, Linden, Roselle, Hillside, Rahway, Irvington, Roselle Park, Maplewood, East Orange, and nearby areas
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is patient, reliable, organized, and genuinely enjoys helping children make progress. We are looking for someone who can build positive relationships with families, respond well to clinical feedback, and provide consistent care while Echo Care ABA continues to grow.
This is a strong opportunity for an RBT who wants to join a new ABA agency early and help create a professional, supportive clinical culture.
Application Requirement
To be considered, applicants must include their BACB RBT certification number in their application or screening response. Certification status will be verified through the BACB Registry before an interview is scheduled.
Applications without a verifiable active BACB RBT certification number may not receive a response.
Schedule
- Part-time to start
- Approximately 10–25 hours per week, depending on client needs and availability
- Hours may increase as client cases become available
- Schedule will depend on client needs, location, authorization, and availability
Compensation
$25–$30 per hour, depending on experience, availability, location, and qualifications.
Benefits
- Flexible schedule
- Paid training, as applicable
- Mileage reimbursement, when applicable and approved
- Paid time off/ sick leave, as applicable
- Supportive BCBA supervision
- Opportunity for additional hours as caseload grows
- Opportunity to grow with a new ABA agencyApplication Requirement
Please submit a current résumé and answer the screening questions.
Proof of active BACB RBT certification will be required before hire.
Applicants without an active RBT certification are not eligible for this position at this time.
Please note: This is not a Behavior Technician trainee position. Echo Care ABA is only hiring applicants with active, verifiable BACB RBT certification at this time.
Work Location
In person/ client locations
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- Do you currently have an active BACB Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification? Please include your BACB RBT certification number. Applicants who only completed the 40-hour training or are still in process are not eligible at this time.
- How much ABA/RBT experience do you have?
Example: 6 months, 1 year, 2+ years.
- What cities or areas are you available to work in?
Example: Elizabeth, Newark, Union, Linden, Roselle, Hillside, Rahway.
- What is your general availability?
Example: mornings, afternoons, after-school, evenings, weekends
Work Location: In person
