Behavior Technician – Training Provided

Cortica - Neurodevelopmental•Somerville, MA

9d•$24 - $32

About The Position

Cortica is hiring compassionate Behavior Technicians to provide behavior-analytic care for children with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences. Technicians deliver one-to-one and group services, implement positive behavior strategies developed with a BCBA, and use evidence-based practices to support meaningful progress for children and families. The role includes documenting session data, collaborating with families and supervisors, and following crisis protocols, including de-escalation and mandated reporting. The position includes a two-week, in-person orientation with hands-on training. Technicians work within a transdisciplinary, strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming care model and collaborate with families, clinicians, and experts across disciplines. Career development opportunities include advancement to a BCBA role, progression on the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or corporate support roles. The employer describes predictable scheduling and part-time options of five, three, or two days per week, with opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays. The role requires travel between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation.

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.
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.
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 $23.62 to $31.69 per hour, based on experience and education.
Predictable schedule with a single, direct rate of pay.
Fully paid, two-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.