Teen Program Instructor

Job Description

Job Description

Teen Program Instructor

Livnas Teen Program | Empirian Therapy

Salary: $60,000–$70,000 annually

Schedule

• Monday–Wednesday: 8:30 AM–3:30 PM
• Thursday: 8:30 AM–4:00 PM (includes weekly case conferencing)
• Friday: 9:30 AM–1:00 PM (lesson planning, material preparation, ordering program supplies)

About the Role

Empirian Therapy is seeking a confident, organized, and engaging Teen Program Instructor (Behavior Technician) to lead our Livnas Teen Program, an innovative transition program that helps adolescents build independence through ABA, life skills, vocational readiness, community experiences, social development, and functional academics.

This is not a traditional 1:1 Behavior Technician position. You'll serve as the daily program facilitator, leading a small group of teens in a structured, supportive environment while implementing ABA strategies throughout the day under the supervision of a BCBA.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate daily program activities for adolescents.
• Implement individualized ABA strategies and behavior support plans.
• Create a structured, engaging, and positive learning environment.
• Integrate life skills, vocational activities, social skills, and community-based learning into daily programming.
• Prepare classrooms, lesson materials, visual supports, and reinforcement systems.
• Collect behavior data and complete required documentation.
• Collaborate with the BCBA and interdisciplinary team.
• Plan weekly lessons, organize materials, and order approved program supplies during Friday planning time.
• Adapt quickly when plans change while maintaining consistency and participant engagement.

Qualifications

Required

• RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) certification through the BACB — 40-hour training, competency assessment, and passing the RBT exam
• High school diploma or equivalent; 18+
• Ongoing supervision under the BCBA per BACB requirements (typically ~5% of monthly hours)
• Current CPR / First Aid certification
• Crisis-prevention / de-escalation certification (CPI, Safety-Care, or equivalent) — ties directly to the Safety & Incident Response Framework, Section C
• Criminal background check — also flagged as an open question for legal counsel in the GED & Regulatory Research Summary, Section 8; confirm New Jersey's specific requirement rather than assuming
• Valid driver's license, if BTs are expected to help transport/supervise during Tuesday community outings (Manual, Section E)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and time management abilities

Preferred

• Experience working with adolescents
• Experience leading small groups
• CPI, Safety-Care, or similar crisis prevention certification
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Education, Special Education, Human Services, or a related field

We're Looking For Someone Who...

• Can confidently lead a classroom and "command the room."
• Is warm, supportive, and encouraging while maintaining clear expectations and boundaries.
• Is proactive, dependable, and highly organized.
• Can think on their feet and adjust when plans change.
• Believes every adolescent can succeed with the right structure and support.
• Wants to make a meaningful difference in the lives of teens.

Why Join Empirian Therapy?

At Empirian Therapy, we're redefining what transition programming can look like. The Livnas Teen Program combines evidence-based ABA with life skills, vocational training, community integration, and social development to help adolescents build confidence and independence.

If you're passionate about helping teens thrive and are looking for a leadership role where you can make a lasting impact every day, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help shape the future of the Livnas Teen Program!