Senior Behavioral Technician

Senior Behavioral Technician

The Senior Behavioral Technician plays a vital leadership role within the behavioral health team. This position supports individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities, while also serving as a mentor and guide to newly hired Behavioral Technicians. The Senior Behavioral Technician ensures high-quality service delivery and helps maintain consistency and integrity in the implementation of individualized treatment plans.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct 1:1 behavioral support to clients using evidence-based practices as outlined in their Behavior Support Plans.
• Assist in onboarding new Behavioral Technicians by modeling best practices and providing real-time coaching and feedback.
• Help train new hires to clinical protocols, documentation standards, and organizational expectations.
• Serve as a point of contact for new staff with day-to-day questions or concerns during their initial training period.
• Monitor treatment data collection and support quality assurance efforts by reviewing documentation and providing constructive feedback.
• Support ongoing training efforts by facilitating peer observations, shadowing, and modeling appropriate behavior support techniques.
• Attend clinical meetings, contribute observations and suggestions, and support interdisciplinary team collaboration.
• Maintain ethical standards and client confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and BACB guidelines.
• Remain up to date on client needs, changes in programming, and continuing education in the field of ABA.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 12 years of experience as a Behavioral Technician or Registered Behavior Technician (RBT).
• Current RBT certification.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and ability to mentor and train others effectively.
• Strong understanding of ABA principles and behavior intervention strategies.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
• Must pass all required background checks and maintain certification in CPR and First Aid.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. (No visa sponsorship available).
• Must complete the NJ CSOC Behavioral Assistant Certification within 6 months of hire.
• Initiative to frequently check emails for admin communications.
• Valid New Jersey Driver's License.
• Must pass all state and federal background checks.
• A pre-employment, post conditional job offer drug screen is required for this role.
• Bilingual (Spanish-speaking) candidates are encouraged to apply.

Working Conditions:

• Work may take place in home, or our East Orange Care Center.
• Requires flexibility in scheduling, including evenings or weekends as needed.

Why Join Us?

• Supportive, mission-driven team environment.
• Opportunity to take on leadership responsibilities and grow professionally.
• Continuous training and development.
• Flexible scheduling and competitive compensation.