Play Based Behavioral Therapist (Paid Training)
About The Position
Cortica is hiring dedicated, compassionate Behavior Technicians to provide naturalistic, play-based applied behavior analysis (ABA) care for children with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences. The role focuses on helping children build on their strengths and develop skills that support positive relationships and participation across home, school, and community settings. Cortica uses a strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming approach informed by neuroscience and developmental models. Behavior Technicians provide one-to-one and group behavior-analytic services, implement positive behavior strategies developed with a BCBA, and document session data to support treatment goals. They collaborate with families, supervisors, and a transdisciplinary team that includes professionals in fields such as speech-language therapy, music therapy, occupational therapy, and physical therapy. Cortica provides a three-week, in-person orientation with hands-on training, ongoing development opportunities, and coaching from Lead Behavior Technicians, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors. The position includes travel between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius and requires reliable transportation. Compensation is $20.87–$28.00 per hour, based on experience and education.
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.
- Tech-savvy with EMR systems and Microsoft Office tools.
- Ability to consistently travel 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 opportunities.
- Coaching and support from Lead Behavior Technicians, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors.
- Career advancement opportunities, including advancement to 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
