Play-Based Therapist

Cortica - Neurodevelopmental•San Marcos, CA

7h•Onsite

About The Position

Cortica is seeking dedicated, compassionate Behavior Technicians to join their growing team. This role involves designing and delivering life-changing care for children with neurodevelopmental differences through naturalistic, play-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Cortica offers careers focused on purpose, growth, and support, including comprehensive training, professional development, and opportunities for career advancement. Behavior Technicians will collaborate with a transdisciplinary team of experts in various fields, such as speech-language therapy, occupational therapy, and pediatrics, to provide individualized, strength-based, and neurodiversity-affirming care. The goal is to empower children to build on their unique abilities and foster positive relationships and skills across home, school, and community settings, utilizing a progressive approach that combines neuroscience and developmental models.

Requirements

Experience working with children.
High School or equivalent, bachelor’s or master’s degree.
Willingness to obtain your BCAT credential within 90 days of your start date (Cortica provides all training).
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 a motor vehicle report review.

Nice To Haves

Experience with autism.

Responsibilities

Provide 1:1 and group behavior-analytic services to children with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences.
Implement positive behavior strategies developed with your BCBA.
Use evidence-based practices to create meaningful progress for families.
Document session data to track and support treatment goals.
Collaborate closely with families and supervisors to build supportive environments.
Follow Cortica's crisis protocols, including de-escalation and mandated reporting.

Benefits

Pay Range: $20.57 to $27.60 per hour, based on experience and education.
Thoughtfully Designed Schedules: predictable schedule with a single, direct rate of pay.
Part-time roles with flexible 5-, 3- or 2-day-per-week options.
Opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays.
Fully Paid Training & Certification: comprehensive 2-week, in-person orientation, hands-on training, a Board-Certified Autism Technician (BCAT) exam review, and full coverage of your exam fees.
Referral Bonus: Earn between $250-$500 for successful referrals.
Cell Phone Stipend.
Paid Drive Time and Mileage Reimbursement, including toll reimbursement in select areas.
401(k) with Company Matching.
Ongoing Professional Development: Access continuous training through in-person and online opportunities.
Supportive Environment: Collaborate with and receive expert coaching from Lead BTs, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors who champion your growth.
Career Advancement: Opportunities to grow your career by advancing to a BCBA role, ascending the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or serving in a corporate support role.
Learn from Experts in Other Fields: Partner with BCBAs and experts in speech-language therapy, music therapy, occupational therapy, and physical therapy as well as counselors, pediatricians, neurologists, and nurse practitioners.