Play-Based Therapist (Paid Training)

Cortica•Weymouth, MA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Cortica is hiring dedicated, compassionate Behavior Technicians to provide naturalistic, play-based ABA services to children with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences. The role includes a four-week, in-person, hands-on orientation and BCAT exam review, and requires obtaining the BCAT credential within 90 days. Behavior Interventionists provide individual and group services, implement positive behavior strategies developed with a BCBA, document session data, and collaborate with families and supervisors to support treatment goals and create supportive environments. The position follows Cortica’s crisis protocols, including de-escalation and mandated reporting. Schedules include full-time roles with five-day-per-week commitments and part-time options of five, three, or two days per week. Weekly hours range from 6 to 40, with opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays. Availability for weekday afternoons and evenings is required; Saturdays are optional. Pay is $23.62 to $31.69 per hour, based on experience and education. The role involves working alongside clinicians and specialists across disciplines, with ongoing coaching, training, and career-development opportunities.

Requirements

Experience working with children.
A master’s degree, bachelor’s degree, high school diploma, or equivalent.
Willingness to obtain the BCAT credential within 90 days.
Availability for weekday afternoons and evenings; Saturday work is optional.
A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation within a 30–40-minute drive radius.
Comfort with EMR systems and Microsoft Office tools.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children with autism.

Responsibilities

Complete Cortica’s orientation and BCAT training.
Provide one-to-one and group behavior-analytic services to children with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences.
Implement positive behavior strategies developed with a 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.

Benefits

Referral bonus of $250–$500 for successful referrals.
Cell phone stipend.
Paid four-week in-person, hands-on training and onboarding, including BCAT exam review.
Paid drive time and mileage reimbursement, with toll reimbursement in select areas.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage available for full-time roles and part-time roles of 26–29 hours.
401(k) with company matching.
Continuing education reimbursement of $2,000 annually.
Up to 22 days off in the first year, increasing to 26 days after the first 12 months.
Ongoing professional development through in-person and online training.
Expert coaching and support from Lead BIs, 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.