Behavior Technician (Paid Training)

Cortica - Neurodevelopmental • Westlake Village, CA

2d • $21 - $28 • Onsite

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 offers fully paid, three-week in-person orientation with hands-on training and ongoing professional development. Behavior Technicians work with children and families in a strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming model, collaborating with families, supervisors, and clinicians to support skills and relationships across home, school, and community settings.

Requirements

• Experience working with children.
• High school education or equivalent.
• Ability to use EMR systems and Microsoft Office tools.
• Ability to travel consistently 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.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with children with autism.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree.

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 of $20.87 to $28.00 per hour, based on experience and education.
• Fully paid, three-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 Behavior Technicians, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors.
• Career advancement opportunities, including a BCBA role, the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or corporate support roles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED