Entry-Level Behavior Technician – Play-Based Therapy

Cortica • Burlington, MA

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About The Position

Cortica is hiring dedicated, compassionate Behavior Technicians to provide play-based, behavior-analytic care for children with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences. The role uses a strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming ABA therapy model and evidence-based practices to support children’s development and meaningful progress across home, school, and community settings. Behavior Technicians work with families and a transdisciplinary clinical team, including BCBAs and experts in speech-language, music, occupational, and physical therapy, as well as counselors, pediatricians, neurologists, and nurse practitioners.

The role offers a predictable schedule with 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. New hires receive a fully paid, two-week, in-person orientation with hands-on training. Ongoing coaching and professional development are available, along with career advancement opportunities, including the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, BCBA roles, and corporate support roles.

Pay is $23.62 to $31.69 per hour, based on experience and education. This position requires consistent 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 listed as an option.
• Ability to consistently travel 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 with autism is a plus.

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, two-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 training.
• Expert 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 a 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