Behavior Interventionalist - Paid Training

Cortica - Neurodevelopmental•Bridgewater, NJ

5d•$24 - $32

About The Position

Cortica is seeking 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 that builds on each child’s unique abilities and supports skills and relationships across home, school, and community settings. Technicians work collaboratively with families, BCBAs, and other clinicians in a transdisciplinary care model. The position offers a predictable schedule and a single direct rate of pay. Part-time schedules are available in 5-, 3-, or 2-day-per-week options, with opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays. Cortica provides a three-week, in-person orientation with hands-on training, BCAT exam review, and coverage of exam fees. Employees are expected to obtain the BCAT credential within 90 days of their start date. The role requires regular travel between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation, and successful completion of a post-offer background check and motor vehicle report review.

Requirements

Experience working with children.
High school education or equivalent; a bachelor’s or master’s degree is also accepted.
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.
Technology skills 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.

Benefits

Pay range of $23.64 to $31.72 per hour, based on experience and education.
Three-week in-person orientation, hands-on training, BCAT exam review, and coverage of 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.
Coaching and support from Lead BTs, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors.
Career advancement opportunities, including progression to a BCBA role, the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or a corporate support role.
Opportunities to collaborate with experts in speech-language therapy, music therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, counseling, pediatrics, neurology, and nursing.