Lead Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

Description CHILDREN'S SPECIALIZED ABA - Autism Center of Excellence Lead the Team. Empower Every Child. Love What You Do. Now Hiring: Lead Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) 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. We envision a future where every child diagnosed with autism has access to innovative and compassionate whole-child autism care, guided by a dedicated child autism specialist, empowering them to thrive and reach their full potential. 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. Our services are designed to be accessible and welcoming to people of all backgrounds, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, religion, or socioeconomic status. 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. By leveraging the latest research and technology, we remain at the forefront of ABA therapy, transforming challenges into opportunities for a brighter future. Connection : We actively engage with health systems and the broader community to coordinate services and care for people with Autism. We advocate for inclusivity, understanding, and support in all aspects of their lives to ensure that no child or family ever feels alone. Quality & Safety : Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our use of evidence-based practices. We continuously invest in research and stay informed of newly published, peer-reviewed methods of treatment in the field. This dedication allows us to provide cutting-edge, effective, safe, and personalized services tailored to the unique needs of those we serve. The Opportunity Ready to take the next step in your ABA career? As a Lead RBT, you're the glue that holds a classroom together — and the go-to person newer BTs/RBTs look up to. You'll support the structure, consistency, and quality of care across your assigned classrooms while stepping into real leadership: mentoring teammates, sharpening classroom systems, and partnering closely with BCBAs to move kids toward their goals. This is a role built for someone ready to lead by example, not just by title. What You'll Do Clinical Leadership & Direct Care Provide hands-on ABA therapy one-on-one or in group sessions, bringing energy and consistency to every child you work with. Bring BCBA-designed goals to life — reinforcement, teaching, and behavior-reduction procedures, discrete trial teaching, and more. Use your judgment (within BCBA-approved frameworks) to adapt strategies in the moment while partnering with BCBAs on treatment integrity. Conduct and help interpret stimulus preference assessments, and collaborate with BCBAs on client goals, skill assessments, and checklists. Keep documentation sharp — accurate data collection, session notes, and program books, with sessions converted in Central Reach within 24 hours. Design creative teaching and therapeutic materials that make learning click Program & Classroom Leadership Own classroom organization, weekly schedules, and craft/activity programming that keeps every day running smoothly. Forecast and manage supplies and inventory so the team always has what they need. Design and send out monthly newsletters that keep families and staff in the loop. Champion employee engagement — shout-out boards, gift cards, pizza parties, and other ways to celebrate the team. Team Leadership & Mentorship Be the first friendly face and go-to resource for new BTs/RBTs — especially on Central Reach and day-to-day workflows. Train, coach, and give real-time, constructive feedback to teammates. Step in to provide clinic-level coverage when the team needs it most, working confidently with kids across all levels of the spectrum. Hit and hold your competency benchmarks, modeling the standard you expect from others. Family Partnership & Professionalism Talk through daily progress with parents and caregivers with warmth and clarity. Protect client well-being, dignity, and confidentiality in every interaction. Show up prepared, on time, and ready — and keep growing through continuing education. Comply with all BACB and company policies, procedures, and ethical guidelines. What You'll Need High school diploma Active, unexpired RBT Certification — required, and must be maintained throughout your tenure Minimum of 6 months of experience as an RBT in a center-based service setting BCBA student status strongly preferred A detail-oriented approach to reports and session notes Excellent verbal and written communication skills Comfort learning new systems like Central Reach Internal candidates: must meet 80% on competencies and be in good standing Work Location & Hours This is a full-time position on-site in our Clifton EI center. The core hours for this position are M-F 8:45am-5:15pm Why You'll Love Working Here We're an amazing ABA provider that takes a whole-child, whole-caregiver approach — combining ABA therapy with speech, occupational therapy, and behavioral health support. You'll join a deeply collaborative, mission-driven team where leadership is noticed and rewarded. Up to 19 paid days off in your first year (PTO, sick time, and holidays) — accrual increases with tenure Comprehensive benefits: medical, voluntary dental, vision, short-term disability, critical illness coverage, and more Free $50,000 life insurance policy Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 401(k) retirement savings plan Company discount program — amusement parks, memberships, cruises, movie tickets, spas, sports tickets, and more Compensation The expected salary range for this role is $52k-$55k/year 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Children's Specialized ABA