ABA Behavior Technician (Play-Based)
About The Position
Cortica is seeking a dedicated, compassionate Behavior Technician to provide play-based, behavior-analytic care to children with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences. The role uses a strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming model that builds on each child’s unique abilities and supports skills and relationships across home, school, and community settings. The position involves collaboration with families, supervisors, and professionals across disciplines, including behavior analysis, speech-language therapy, music therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, counseling, medicine, and nursing. The role offers a predictable schedule with a single direct rate of pay. Part-time schedules are available in 5-, 3-, or 2-day-per-week options, with opportunities to pick up additional Saturday hours. Cortica provides a four-week, in-person orientation with hands-on training and ongoing professional development, coaching, and career advancement opportunities.
Requirements
- Experience working with children.
- High school diploma or equivalent; a bachelor’s or master’s degree is also listed as acceptable.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation within a 30–40-minute drive radius.
- Comfort using EMR systems and Microsoft Office tools.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with children with autism.
Responsibilities
- Provide one-to-one and group behavior-analytic services to children with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences.
- Implement positive behavior strategies developed with the BCBA.
- Use evidence-based practices to support meaningful progress for families.
- Document session data to track and support treatment goals.
- Collaborate with families and supervisors to build supportive environments.
- Follow Cortica’s crisis protocols, including de-escalation and mandated reporting.
- Work collaboratively with families and clinicians to develop individualized care plans.
Benefits
- Pay range of $20.57 to $27.60 per hour, based on experience and education.
- Fully paid four-week, in-person orientation and training.
- Referral bonus of $250–$500 for successful referrals.
- Cell phone stipend.
- Paid drive time and mileage reimbursement, with toll reimbursement in select areas.
- 401(k) with company matching.
- Ongoing professional development through in-person and online training.
- Expert coaching and support from Lead BTs, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors.
- Career advancement opportunities, including pursuing a BCBA role, advancing on the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or moving into a corporate support role.
- Predictable schedules and flexible part-time schedule options.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
