Play-Based Therapist

Cortica•Raleigh, NC

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 uses a strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming approach, helping children build on their unique abilities and develop skills that support positive relationships across home, school, and community settings. Care combines neuroscience and developmental models and is delivered in collaboration with families and clinicians. Behavior Technicians work with children individually and in groups, implementing positive behavior strategies developed with a BCBA. They document session data, collaborate with families and supervisors, and follow crisis protocols, including de-escalation and mandated reporting. The position requires travel between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation. Cortica provides a two-week, in-person orientation with hands-on training, BCAT exam review, and coverage of exam fees. Employees are expected to obtain a BCAT credential within 90 days of their start date. The listed pay range is $20.08–$26.94 per hour, based on experience and education. Part-time schedules are offered in 5-, 3-, or 2-day-per-week options, with opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays.

Requirements

Experience working with children.
High school diploma or equivalent; a bachelor's or master's degree is also listed as an educational background option.
Willingness to obtain a 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.
Technical proficiency with EMR systems and Microsoft Office tools.

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 crisis protocols, including de-escalation and mandated reporting.
Travel consistently between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius.

Benefits

Predictable schedules with a single, direct rate of pay.
Opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays.
Fully paid two-week in-person training and orientation, including BCAT exam review and 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 and training opportunities.
Expert coaching and support from Lead BTs, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors.
Career advancement opportunities, including pursuing a BCBA role, advancing on the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or moving to a corporate support role.