Behavior Technician - Paid Training & Orientation
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 model, combining neuroscience and developmental approaches to help children build skills and positive relationships that can carry across home, school, and community settings. Behavior Technicians collaborate with families and clinicians in a transdisciplinary care environment. The position includes a four-week, in-person orientation with hands-on training and covered exam fees. Cortica offers part-time schedules of five, three, or two days per week, with opportunities to pick up Saturday hours. Pay is $20.41–$27.39 per hour, based on experience and education.
Requirements
- Experience working with children.
- High school education or equivalent; a bachelor’s or master’s degree is also listed.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation within a 30–40-minute drive radius.
- Comfort with EMR systems and Microsoft Office tools.
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.
Benefits
- Four-week, in-person paid orientation and training, with exam fees covered.
- Referral bonuses of $250–$500 for successful referrals.
- Paid drive time and mileage reimbursement, with toll reimbursement in select areas.
- 401(k) with company matching.
- Ongoing in-person and online professional development.
- 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.
- Flexible part-time schedule options and opportunities to pick up additional Saturday hours.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
