Play Based Behavioral Therapist (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, emphasizing each child’s unique abilities and supporting skills and relationships that transfer across home, school, and community settings. Care is informed by neuroscience and developmental models and delivered collaboratively with families and clinicians. The position includes a three-week, fully paid, in-person orientation with hands-on training. Behavior Technicians receive ongoing professional development and coaching from Lead Behavior Technicians, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors. They also collaborate with professionals in fields including speech-language therapy, music therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, counseling, pediatrics, neurology, and nursing. The role requires travel between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation. The position requires successful completion of a post-offer background check and motor vehicle report review.
Requirements
- Experience working with children.
- High school diploma or equivalent; the posting also lists bachelor’s or master’s degrees.
- Technology skills 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.
Benefits
- Pay 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.
- Expert coaching and support from Lead Behavior Technicians, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors.
- Career advancement opportunities, including a BCBA role, the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or 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
