Behavioral Technician
About The Position
Cortica is seeking 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, drawing on neuroscience and developmental models to help children build abilities, relationships, and skills that carry across home, school, and community settings. Behavior Technicians work with families and clinicians to develop individualized care plans and collaborate with professionals across disciplines to support the whole child. The position offers a predictable schedule with a single direct rate of pay. Part-time schedules are available for 5, 3, or 2 days per week, with opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays. New hires receive a two-week, in-person orientation with hands-on training and ongoing development opportunities. The role requires travel between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation.
Requirements
- Experience working with children.
- High school diploma or equivalent; a bachelor’s or master’s degree is also accepted.
- Ability to consistently travel between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation.
- Technology proficiency 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.
- Interest in career advancement to a BCBA role, the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or a corporate support role.
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
- Fully paid, two-week in-person orientation and 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.
- Expert coaching and support from Lead BTs, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors.
- Career advancement opportunities.
- Opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
