Behavior Technician; -training

Overview

Cortica is looking for a Behavior Technician
to join its growing team. In this role, you will provide direct behavior therapy services to individuals with autism and work as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team. This role presents an exciting opportunity to join an innovative, growing healthcare company dedicated to pioneering effective treatment methods for children with neurodevelopmental differences. Our mission is to design and deliver life-changing care – one child, one family, one community at a time.

At Cortica, every team member is instrumental in helping us achieve our mission.

• Attend Cortica's paid orientation and complete Cortica's BCAT training
• Provide direct implementation of behavior-analytic services to children with autism spectrum disorder and other neurodevelopmental differences in both 1:1 and group settings
• Implement positive behavior strategies as developed and analyzed with the BCBA
• Implement strategies with children including antecedent and consequence (reinforcement) strategies, based on developed treatment plans and strategies with their BCBA
• Work in the home, community, school, clinic or other designated settings with children and their families providing direct behavior-analytic care as determined in the child s assessment and treatment plan
• Fulfill all documentation requirements including data collection of strategies and goals, and completion of session notes during the session
• Assist with individualized assessment procedures through preference assessments and data collection
• Work with families and supervisor to establish an environment supportive of treatment and education across all settings of care
• Follow Cortica crisis and emergency procedures, including de-escalation strategies, first aid strategies, and mandated reporting
• Represent the Cortica ABA program, demonstrating professionalism with all families and colleagues in written and spoken communication as well as professional dress and demeanor
• This role requires standing, walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• Team members may occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds

• You have experience working with children, preferably children with autism
• You are currently a Registered Behavior Technician or Board-Certified Autism Technician (BCAT) or are willing to obtain the BCAT credential via Cortica s training program within the first 45 days
• You are available to work in the late afternoons and evenings
• You possess a valid California Driver s license and reliable transportation
• You are skilled at using software and systems including electronic medical record systems and Microsoft Office products
• You preferably have knowledge of HIPAA regulations to safeguard patient information

Cortica cares deeply about the well-being of each member of our team, and we offer a wide range of benefits for full-time teammates including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching and rapid vesting, paid holidays and wellness days, life insurance, disability insurance options, tuition reimbursements for professional development and continuing education, and referral bonuses. Part-time employees who average between 26 and 29 hours during the week are eligible for sick time as well as medical, dental and vision benefits, in accordance with company policies, the employee handbook, and benefit plan provisions.

We value our teammates and the experience they bring to their roles, and are proud to provide a compensation and benefits package designed to enhance all aspects of our teammates  lives.

The base direct pay range for this opening is $21.18 to $28.42
. According to your relevant experience, education level, and location, you will receive compensation that fits appropriately within the range.

EOE. This posting is not meant to be an exhaustive list of the role and its duties.

Privacy Notice and Fair Chance Ordinance compliance information is provided to outline Cortica s commitment to fair hiring practices and protecting personal information in accordance with applicable laws.

E-Verify participation:
Cortica participates in E-Verify. Verification rights are provided where applicable.

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