Behavior Technician (Paid Training)
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 uses a strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming approach that builds on each child’s abilities and supports skills and positive relationships across home, school, and community settings. Care is delivered through a transdisciplinary model, in collaboration with families, clinicians, and professionals in fields including speech-language therapy, music therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, counseling, pediatrics, neurology, and nursing. The position includes a comprehensive, fully paid, three-week in-person orientation with hands-on training. Behavior Technicians receive ongoing coaching from Lead BTs, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors, as well as continuing professional development through in-person and online opportunities. Career paths may include advancement to a BCBA role, the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or corporate support roles. The role requires travel between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation. Candidates must successfully complete a post-offer background check and motor vehicle report review.
Requirements
- Experience working with children.
- High school diploma or equivalent; a bachelor’s or master’s degree is also listed as an education option.
- Comfort with EMR systems and Microsoft Office tools.
- Reliable transportation and ability to travel consistently between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius.
- 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 the 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 $20.87 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 opportunities.
- Coaching and support from Lead BTs, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors.
- Career advancement opportunities, including the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, BCBA roles, and corporate support roles.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
