Behavior Technician

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment / Posting Title

Behavior Technician

Job Category

AFSCME 1761 (COLT)

Department

GSAPP - Center for Adult Autism Srvcs

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 for the Supporting Community Access through Leisure and Employment (SCALE) Program at the Rutgers Center for Adult Autism Services (RCAAS) within the Graduate School of Applied Professional Psychology (GSAPP).

• Among the key duties of the position are the following :
• Provides direct service to individuals with autism across the areas of behavior reduction and skill acquisition goals.
• Follows strict parameters to ensure the safety, engagement, habilitative outcomes, through basic supportive learning techniques.

FLSA

Nonexempt

Grade

15

Salary Details

Minimum Salary

42707.750

Mid Range Salary

50173.930

Maximum Salary

57953.990

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 provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include :

Position Status

Full Time

Working Hours

35

Standard Hours

35.00

Daily Work Shift

Day

Work Arrangement

Union Description

AFSCME - Local 1761 COLT

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment

Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

PERS

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Certifications / Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number

25ST2294

Posting Open Date

10 / 30 / 2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

Message to AFSCME Local 1761 (COLT) members ONLY : To apply, an application or resume must be submitted no later than 9 : 00 a.m. on Friday, 11 / 7 / 2025 . Although AFSCME Local 1761 (COLT) members have priority consideration, outside applications are accepted as well.

Regional Campus

Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus

Douglass (RU-New Brunswick)

City

New Brunswick

State

NJ

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.

Affirmative Action / Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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