Part-Time Behavior Technician – Paid Training

Cortica•Billerica, MA

About The Position

Cortica is seeking dedicated, compassionate Behavior Technicians to provide care for children with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences. The role uses a strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming ABA therapy model and combines neuroscience and developmental models to support children’s abilities, relationships, and skills across home, school, and community settings. The position includes comprehensive, paid, in-person training and ongoing professional development, with support and coaching from experienced clinical colleagues and opportunities for career advancement. The schedule is part-time, with flexible options of two, three, or five days per week and the opportunity to pick up additional Saturday hours. The position involves travel between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation. Compensation is $23.62 to $31.69 per hour, based on experience and education.

Requirements

Experience working with children.
High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s or master’s degree also accepted.
Ability to travel consistently between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation.
Comfort using 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 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

Paid two-week in-person orientation with hands-on training.
Flexible part-time scheduling options of two, three, or five days per week.
Opportunity to pick up additional hours on Saturdays.
Referral bonus of $250–$500 for successful referrals.
Cell phone stipend.
Paid drive time and mileage reimbursement; toll reimbursement in select areas.
401(k) with company matching.
Ongoing professional development through in-person and online opportunities.
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.
Collaboration with experts in speech-language therapy, music therapy, occupational therapy, and physical therapy, as well as counselors, pediatricians, neurologists, and nurse practitioners.