Play-Based Therapist (Paid Training)

Cortica•Plainfield, NJ

4d•Onsite

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 position uses a strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming approach, drawing on neuroscience and developmental models to help children build on their abilities and develop skills that carry 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 work with families and supervisors to support treatment goals. The role includes a two-week, in-person orientation with hands-on training, BCAT exam review, and exam-fee coverage. Candidates must be willing to obtain the BCAT credential within 90 days of starting and travel reliably between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius. The position requires successful completion of a post-offer background check and motor vehicle report review.

Requirements

Experience working with children; autism experience is a plus.
High school education or equivalent; bachelor’s or master’s degree also listed.
Willingness to obtain the BCAT credential within 90 days of the start date; training is provided.
Ability to travel consistently between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation.
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 1:1 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 $20.21 to $27.11 per hour, based on experience and education.
Predictable schedules with flexible part-time options of 5, 3, or 2 days per week.
Opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays.
Fully paid two-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; 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 a Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder and BCBA or corporate support roles.