Behavior Therapist; Paid Training

Overview

Cortica is looking for a Behavior Interventionist 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 opportunity to join an innovative, growing healthcare company. We are a rapidly growing healthcare company pioneering the most effective treatment methods for children with neurodevelopmental differences, with a mission to design and deliver life-changing care for children, families, and communities.

Cortica values diversity and fosters an inclusive environment, with employment decisions based on qualifications and ability to perform the job responsibilities.

• Attend Cortica’s orientation and complete Cortica’s Board Certified Autism Technician (BCAT) training.
• Provide direct implementation of behavior-analytic services to children with autism spectrum disorder and other neurodevelopmental differences in 1:1 and group settings.
• Implement positive behavior strategies as developed and analyzed with the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
• Implement strategies with children including antecedent and consequence (reinforcement) strategies based on treatment plans and BCBA guidance.
• 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.
• Collaborate 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, and mandated reporting.
• Represent the Cortica ABA program with professionalism in written and spoken communication and maintain appropriate professional dress and demeanor.
• Demonstrate ability to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, kneel, crouch, or crawl; reasonable accommodations may be made for 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 ideally possess a bachelor’s degree (not required) in a human service (or related) field; candidates with relevant work experience will be considered; students enrolled in undergraduate studies will also be considered.
• 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 some days, 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 maintains a culture that supports growth and well-being. We offer a wide range of benefits for full-time teammates including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, 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 per week are eligible for sick time as well as medical, dental, and vision benefits, in accordance with company policies and benefit plan provisions. We value our teammates and strive to provide a compensation and benefits package designed to enhance all aspects of their lives.

$21.18 to $28.42 based on relevant experience, education level, and location.

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