Behavior Technician - Paid Training

Cortica - Neurodevelopmental•San Rafael, CA

2d•$25 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

Cortica is seeking dedicated, compassionate Behavior Technicians to provide naturalistic, play-based ABA care to children with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences. The role uses a strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming model and a transdisciplinary approach, helping children build skills and positive relationships that translate across home, school, and community settings. Behavior Technicians provide individual and group behavior-analytic services, implement strategies developed with a BCBA, document session data, and collaborate with families and clinical supervisors. The position includes a two-week, in-person paid orientation with hands-on training, BCAT exam review, and coverage of exam fees. Candidates must be willing to obtain the BCAT credential within 90 days of their start date and travel between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation. The posting describes part-time roles with flexible schedules of two, three, or five days per week, plus opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays. Pay is $24.88–$33.37 per hour, based on experience and education.

Requirements

Experience working with children; experience with autism is a plus.
High school diploma or equivalent; the posting also lists bachelor’s or master’s degrees.
Willingness to obtain the BCAT credential within 90 days of the start date.
Ability to consistently travel between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation.
Tech-savvy, including familiarity 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

Two-week, in-person paid orientation and hands-on training.
BCAT exam review and full 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.
Support and expert coaching 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 pick up additional hours on Saturdays.