Play Based Behavioral Therapist (Paid Training)

Cortica • Thousand Oaks, CA

1d • Onsite

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, helping children build on their unique abilities and develop positive relationships and skills that transfer across home, school, and community settings. Cortica combines neuroscience and developmental models and offers a transdisciplinary care environment where Behavior Technicians collaborate with families, clinicians, and specialists in fields including speech-language therapy, music therapy, occupational therapy, and physical therapy.

The position includes a comprehensive, fully paid, three-week in-person orientation with hands-on training, ongoing professional development, and expert coaching from Lead Behavior Technicians, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors. Career paths may include advancement to a BCBA role, progression on the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or a corporate support role. Pay is $20.87 to $28.00 per hour, based on experience and education. The role requires consistent travel between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation. Employment is subject to a post-offer background check and motor vehicle report review.

Requirements

• Experience working with children.
• High school education or equivalent; a bachelor's or master's degree is also listed as an educational background option.
• Technology proficiency with EMR systems and Microsoft Office tools.
• Ability to travel consistently between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation.
• 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 in collaboration 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 consistently between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius.

Benefits

• 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 training.
• Expert coaching and a supportive, collaborative work environment.
• Career advancement opportunities, including the BCBA role, the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, and corporate support roles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED