Behavior Therapist

Cortica•Brockton, MA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Cortica is seeking dedicated and compassionate Behavior Technicians to provide naturalistic, play-based ABA services to children with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences. Behavior Interventionists provide individual and group behavior-analytic services, implement positive behavior strategies developed with a BCBA, and use evidence-based practices to support meaningful progress for children and families. The role includes documenting session data, collaborating with families and supervisors, and following crisis protocols, including de-escalation and mandated reporting. New team members complete a four-week, in-person orientation and BCAT training. Pay is $23.62 to $31.69 per hour, based on experience and education. Schedules may be full-time or part-time, with weekly hours ranging from 6 to 40 and optional Saturday hours. The position is onsite, as indicated by the job posting tags.

Requirements

Experience working with children.
A master’s degree, bachelor’s degree, high school diploma, or equivalent.
Willingness to obtain a BCAT credential within 90 days; support is provided.
Availability for weekday afternoons or evenings and optional Saturdays.
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 autistic children.

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 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.

Benefits

Referral bonus of $250–$500 for successful referrals.
Cell phone stipend.
Paid four-week in-person orientation, hands-on training, and BCAT exam review.
Paid drive time and mileage reimbursement, with toll reimbursement in select areas.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage available for full-time and part-time roles working 26–29 hours.
401(k) with company matching.
$2,000 annual continuing education reimbursement.
Up to 22 days off in the first year, increasing to 26 days after the first 12 months.
Ongoing in-person and online professional development.
Expert coaching and support from Lead BIs, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors.
Career advancement opportunities, including a BCBA role, the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or corporate support roles.