Behavior Technician (Paid Training)

Cortica - Neurodevelopmental•Aurora, IL

1d•$20 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Cortica is hiring compassionate Behavior Technicians to provide naturalistic, play-based ABA care for children with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences. The role uses a strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming model and works collaboratively with families and clinicians to help children build skills and relationships that generalize across home, school, and community settings. Services are informed by neuroscience and developmental models, with support from a transdisciplinary team that includes behavioral, speech-language, music, occupational, and physical therapy professionals, as well as counselors and medical providers. The position includes a two-week, in-person orientation with hands-on training, BCAT exam review, and coverage of exam fees. Employees receive coaching from Lead Behavior Technicians, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors, along with ongoing professional development and career advancement opportunities. Schedules are described as predictable, with part-time options of two, three, or five days per week and opportunities to pick up Saturday hours. The role requires travel between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation.

Requirements

Experience working with children.
High school education or equivalent; a bachelor's or master's degree is also listed.
Willingness to obtain the BCAT credential within 90 days of the start date.
Ability to travel consistently between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation.
Tech-savviness 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.

Benefits

Pay range of $20.21 to $27.11 per hour, based on experience and education.
Predictable schedules with a single direct rate of pay.
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 a path to a BCBA role, advancement on the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or corporate support roles.