Play-Based Therapist

Cortica - Neurodevelopmental•Raleigh, NC

2d•$20 - $27

About The Position

Cortica is seeking dedicated, compassionate Behavior Technicians to provide naturalistic, play-based ABA care to children with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences. The position uses a strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming approach, combining neuroscience and developmental models to help children build skills and positive relationships that carry across home, school, and community settings. Behavior Technicians provide individual and group behavior-analytic services, implement positive behavior strategies developed with a BCBA, document session data, and work closely with families and supervisors. The role includes a two-week, in-person orientation with hands-on training, BCAT exam review, and coverage of exam fees. Employees are expected to obtain the BCAT credential within 90 days of their start date. The role requires travel between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation. Schedules are described as predictable, with flexible part-time options of two, three, or five days per week and opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays.

Requirements

Experience working with children.
High school diploma or equivalent; a bachelor's or master's degree is also listed as an option.
Willingness to obtain the BCAT credential within 90 days of the start date.
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.
Successful completion of a post-offer background check and motor vehicle report review.

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 a BCBA.
Use evidence-based practices to create 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.
Travel between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius.

Benefits

Pay range of $20.08 to $26.94 per hour, based on experience and education.
Predictable schedules with flexible part-time options of five, three, or two days per week.
Opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays.
Fully paid two-week, in-person training and coverage of BCAT exam fees.
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 advancement to a BCBA role, the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or a corporate support role.
Collaboration with experts in speech-language therapy, music therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, counseling, pediatrics, neurology, and nursing.