Behavior Technician (Paid Training)

Cortica•Cary, NC

About The Position

Cortica is hiring Behavior Technicians in Cary, North Carolina, and surrounding areas to provide play-based ABA therapy to children with neurodevelopmental differences in home, community, school, or clinic settings. The role delivers individualized care using a strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming model that focuses on each child’s abilities and supports skills and relationships across settings. New hires receive a comprehensive three-week, in-person orientation with hands-on training, a Board-Certified Autism Technician (BCAT) exam review, and coverage of exam fees. Technicians are expected to obtain the BCAT credential within 90 days of starting. The position includes collaboration with families and a multidisciplinary team, as well as coaching and ongoing professional development. Part-time schedule options are available for three, two, or five days per week.

Requirements

Experience working with children.
High school diploma or equivalent; a bachelor’s or master’s degree is also listed as an accepted education level.
Willingness to obtain the 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.
Technical comfort 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.

Benefits

Pay range of $20.08 to $26.94 per hour, based on experience and education.
Predictable schedules with a single, direct rate of pay; flexible part-time options are available.
Fully paid three-week in-person training and coverage of 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 and training opportunities.
Coaching and support from Lead BTs, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors.
Career advancement opportunities, including a BCBA role, the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or corporate support roles.
Opportunities to collaborate with experts in speech-language therapy, music therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, counseling, pediatrics, neurology, and nursing.