Play Based Behavioral Therapist (Paid Training)

Cortica • Thousand Oaks, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Cortica is hiring dedicated and compassionate Behavior Technicians to provide naturalistic, play-based ABA care to children with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences. The role includes fully paid, three-week in-person orientation with hands-on training. Technicians work with families and a multidisciplinary team using a strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming model that emphasizes each child’s abilities and supports skills and relationships across home, school, and community settings. The position offers opportunities for ongoing professional development and career advancement, including the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, BCBA roles, and corporate support roles. The role requires travel between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation.

Requirements

• Experience working with children; autism experience is a plus.
• High school diploma or equivalent; a bachelor’s or master’s degree is also listed as an educational option.
• Tech-savvy, including familiarity 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.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree.

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 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 team environment.
• Career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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