Behavior Therapist; Paid Training

Title: Behavior Technician (Naturalistic, Play-Based ABA)

Cortica is looking for dedicated, compassionate Behavior Technicians to join our growing team and help us design and deliver life‑changing care for children with neurodevelopmental differences.

• Pay Range: $20.57 to $27.60 per hour, based on experience and education.
• Thoughtfully Designed Schedules:
  Predictable schedule with a single, direct rate of pay, including part‑time roles with flexible 5‑, 3‑ or 2‑day‑per‑week options and opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays.
• Fully Paid Training & Certification: 3‑week in‑person orientation, hands‑on training, BCAT exam review, full exam fee coverage.
• Referral Bonus:
  Earn between $250‑$500 for successful referrals.
• Cell Phone Stipend:
  Stay connected with support from us.
• Paid Drive Time and Mileage Reimbursement, including toll reimbursement in select areas.
• 401(k) with Company Matching.
• Ongoing Professional Development:
  In‑person and online training.
• Supportive Environment:
  Coaching from Lead BTs, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors.
• Career Advancement:
  Opportunities to advance to a BCBA role, ascend the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or serve in a corporate support role.
• Learn from experts in speech‑language therapy, music therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, counseling, pediatrics, neurology, and nursing.

• Provide 1:1 and group behavior‑analytic services to children with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences.
• Implement positive behavior strategies developed with your BCBA.
• Use evidence‑based practices to create meaningful progress for families.
• Document session data to track and support treatment goals.
• Collaborate closely with families and supervisors to build supportive environments.
• Follow Cortica's crisis protocols, including de‑escalation and mandated reporting.

• Experience working with children (experience with autism is a plus!).
• High School or equivalent, bachelor's or master's degree.
• Willingness to obtain your BCAT credential within 90 days of your start date (training provided).
• Ability to consistently travel between client sites within a 30–40‑minute radius using reliable transportation.
• Tech‑savvy with EMR systems and Microsoft Office tools.

• Transdisciplinary approach: collaborate with experts in various fields.
• Collaborative process: develop individualized care plans alongside families and clinicians.
• Strength‑Based, neurodiversity‑affirming model: focus on building each child's unique strengths.

Join Cortica's team and make a meaningful impact by applying a strength‑based, neurodiversity‑affirming ABA therapy model. Be part of a progressive approach that combines neuroscience and developmental models to empower each child to thrive.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today!

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). For more details, visit the full job description here.