Behavior Technician - Paid Training!

Cortica • Chicopee, MA

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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 focused on building on each child’s abilities and developing skills that carry across home, school, and community settings. Care is delivered through a transdisciplinary approach that brings together families, clinicians, and experts in fields including speech-language therapy, music therapy, occupational therapy, counseling, pediatrics, neurology, and nursing.

The position includes a two-week, in-person orientation with hands-on training, ongoing professional development, and coaching from Lead Behavior Technicians, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors. The posting offers part-time schedules of five, three, or two days per week, with opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays. Pay is $20.87 to $28.00 per hour, based on experience and education.

Requirements

• Experience working with children.
• High school education or equivalent; the posting also lists bachelor’s or master’s degrees.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation within a 30–40-minute drive radius.
• Comfort with EMR systems and Microsoft Office tools.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with children with autism.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree.

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

• 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 Behavior Technicians, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors.
• Career advancement opportunities, including a BCBA role, the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or corporate support roles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED