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Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title

Behavior Technician (Outreach)

Posting Number

25TM0010

Department

GSAPP-Douglass Devt Disab Ctr

Overview

At the Rutgers University Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology, we provide the nation’s highest quality doctoral education and training, which develops outstanding practitioners and fosters personal leadership to advance the practice and field of professional psychology. Since the establishment of our Psychological Clinic in 1929 and the school’s founding in 1974, we have become the “gold standard” in the education and training of qualified and competent direct-service psychologists.

The mission of GSAPP is threefold: education, research/scholarship, and public service. Its goal is to prepare well-educated, qualified, and competent direct-service psychologists who have a special commitment to direct community involvement and to underserved populations—professionals who can integrate scientific knowledge with innovation in the delivery of psychological services to individuals, families, groups, and organizations. Professionals receiving a doctoral degree in psychology should be capable of extending psychological knowledge and exhibiting the high level of analytic skills and theoretical understanding needed to use existing and emerging psychological knowledge.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Behavior Technician (Outreach) for the GSAPP – Douglass Developmental Disabailities Center.

Among the key duties of the position are the following:

Implements a variety of behavior analytic strategies to support successful outcomes for children with autism across the areas of skill acquisition and/or behavior reduction in home-based settings.
Collects, interprets and, with oversight from the board certified behavior analyst (BCBA), analyzes behavioral data.
Contributes to the development of behavior analytic instructional programming under the supervision of a Behavior Analyst.

FLSA

Nonexempt

Salary Details

$17.00/hour

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:

Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
Employee and dependent educational benefits
Life insurance coverage
Employee discounts programs

For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.

Position Status

Part Time

Working Hours (per week)

19.5

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment

Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

High School diploma or equivalent, and/or up to 4 years of relevant experience.

Certifications/Licenses

Valid driver’s license and use of personal vehicle to travel to client’s home.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
High level of organization.
Ability to work independently.

Preferred Qualifications

At least 6 months of prior experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities in an ABA setting.
Current certification or willingness to become certified as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT).

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Must be physically active and be on your feet most of the day. (Duties may involve running and playing active games with individuals with autism (ages 3 1/2 – 21 years or adults).
Following training must be physically capable of safely providing crisis management techniques including restraining, lifting, and blocking individuals with challenging behaviors.

Special Conditions

Clean Driving Record.

Posting Details

Posting Open Date

01/10/2025

Posting Close Date

08/21/2025

Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus

Douglass (RU-New Brunswick)

City

New Brunswick

State

Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.