Behavior Technician (Paid Training)

Cortica - Neurodevelopmental•Poway, CA

8d•$21 - $28

About The Position

Cortica is seeking dedicated, compassionate Behavior Technicians to provide care for children with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences. The role uses a strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming ABA therapy model, combining neuroscience and developmental approaches to help children build skills and relationships that transfer across home, school, and community settings. Behavior Technicians deliver individual and group behavior-analytic services, implement strategies developed with a BCBA, record session data, and collaborate with families and supervisors. The role includes a fully paid, four-week in-person orientation with hands-on training, predictable scheduling, and opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Work is part-time, with flexible options of two, three, or five days per week and opportunities to pick up additional Saturday hours.

Requirements

Experience working with children.
High school education or equivalent; a bachelor's or master's degree is also listed as an educational background.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation, with the ability to travel within a 30–40-minute drive radius.
Comfort using 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.
Interest in career advancement to a BCBA role, the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or a corporate support role.

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 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.
Collaborate with clinicians and experts across disciplines as part of individualized, transdisciplinary care.

Benefits

Hourly pay of $20.57 to $27.60, based on experience and education.
Predictable schedules with flexible two-, three-, or five-day-per-week options.
Opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays.
Fully paid, four-week in-person orientation with hands-on 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.