Behavioral Technician - Paid Training

Cortica•Concord, CA

About The Position

Cortica is seeking dedicated, compassionate Behavior Technicians to provide naturalistic, play-based ABA services to children with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences. The role uses a strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming approach focused on helping children build skills that carry across home, school, and community settings. Technicians receive a two-week, in-person orientation with hands-on training, BCAT exam review, and exam-fee coverage, and are expected to obtain the BCAT credential within 90 days of starting. The position offers part-time scheduling options of two, three, or five days per week, with opportunities to pick up additional Saturday hours. Pay is $23.99 to $32.19 per hour, based on experience and education. Behavior Technicians work with families, supervisors, BCBAs, and professionals from other disciplines to support individualized care. They implement positive behavior strategies, document treatment data, and follow crisis protocols. The role requires reliable transportation and regular travel between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius. Cortica describes ongoing training, expert coaching, and career advancement opportunities, including progression toward a BCBA role, advancement on the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or corporate support work.

Requirements

Experience working with children; experience with autism is a plus.
High school education or equivalent; a bachelor’s or master’s degree is also listed as an education option.
Obtain the BCAT credential within 90 days of the start date; training is provided.
Ability to travel consistently between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation.
Comfort 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 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.
Travel between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius.

Benefits

Pay range of $23.99 to $32.19 per hour, based on experience and education.
Predictable schedule with a single, direct rate of pay.
Flexible part-time scheduling options of five, three, or two days per week.
Opportunities to pick up additional Saturday hours.
Fully paid two-week, in-person training and orientation, including BCAT exam review and exam-fee coverage.
Referral bonus of $250 to $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 a path toward a BCBA role, the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or corporate support roles.