Behavior Therapist (Paid Training)
About The Position
Cortica is seeking dedicated and compassionate Behavior Technicians to provide naturalistic, play-based ABA care to children with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences. The role provides paid, in-person training and support toward obtaining a Board-Certified Autism Technician (BCAT) credential within 90 days of the start date. Technicians work with families and a transdisciplinary team to deliver individualized, strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming care that helps children build skills and positive relationships across home, school, and community settings. The position offers part-time schedule options of two, three, or five days per week, with opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays. Pay ranges from $20.21 to $27.11 per hour, based on experience and education. Technicians receive support and coaching from clinical supervisors and collaborate with professionals across behavioral health and related disciplines. 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; bachelor’s or master’s degree also listed.
- 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.
- 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.
- Travel between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius.
Benefits
- Pay range of $20.21 to $27.11 per hour, based on experience and education.
- Predictable schedules with part-time options of five, three, or two days per week.
- Opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays.
- Two-week, in-person paid orientation and training, including BCAT exam review and exam fee coverage.
- Referral bonus of $250–$500 for successful referrals.
- Cell phone stipend.
- Paid drive time, mileage reimbursement, and 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 the BCBA role, the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or corporate support roles.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
