Behavioral Interventionist

Cortica • Cary, NC

6d

About The Position

Cortica is hiring dedicated, compassionate Behavior Technicians to provide naturalistic, play-based ABA care for children with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences. The role uses a strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming approach, helping children build on their abilities and develop relationships and skills that carry across home, school, and community settings. Care is informed by neuroscience and developmental models and delivered in collaboration with families and clinicians.

This position offers part-time schedules with flexible two-, three-, or five-day-per-week options, as well as opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays. Pay is $20.08 to $26.94 per hour, based on experience and education. Cortica provides a two-week, in-person orientation with hands-on training, BCAT exam review, and coverage of exam fees. Employees receive coaching from Lead Behavior Technicians and ABA Assistant Supervisors and Supervisors, and can pursue professional development and career advancement opportunities.

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.
• Willingness to obtain a Board-Certified Autism Technician (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.
• 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.

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 using reliable transportation.

Benefits

• Fully paid two-week in-person training and BCAT 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 through in-person and online training.
• Expert coaching and support from Lead Behavior Technicians, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors.
• Career advancement opportunities, including a Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, BCBA role, or corporate support role.
• Opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays.

What This Job Offers

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