Behavior Technician (Entry-Level)

Cortica - Neurodevelopmental•Mesa, AZ

2d•$22 - $29•Onsite

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 and a progressive approach that combines neuroscience and developmental models to help children build on their abilities, relationships, and skills across home, school, and community settings. Behavior Technicians receive a three-week, in-person orientation with hands-on training and certification support. They work collaboratively with families and supervisors, with coaching from Lead BTs, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors. The role also offers opportunities for ongoing development and career advancement, including the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, a BCBA role, or corporate support positions. The position requires travel between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation. Successful completion of a post-offer background check and motor vehicle report review is required.

Requirements

Experience working with children.
High school diploma or equivalent; a bachelor’s or master’s degree is also listed as an acceptable education level.
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.
Successfully complete 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.

Benefits

Pay range of $21.73 to $29.15 per hour, based on experience and education.
Predictable schedules with flexible 5-, 3-, or 2-day-per-week options for part-time roles.
Opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays.
Three-week, in-person orientation with hands-on training and certification support, provided at no cost.
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 a BCBA role, the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or corporate support roles.