Behavior Technician (Play-based ABA)

Cortica•Westlake Village, CA

About The Position

Cortica is seeking dedicated, compassionate Behavior Technicians to provide naturalistic, play-based ABA services to children with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences. The role uses a strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming approach, helping children build on their unique abilities and develop skills that translate across home, school, and community settings. Care is informed by neuroscience and developmental models and delivered in collaboration with families and a transdisciplinary team. The position includes a two-week, in-person orientation with hands-on training and certification preparation. Behavior Technicians receive coaching from Lead Behavior Technicians, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors, and can pursue career growth through the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, a BCBA role, or corporate support roles. The position requires travel between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation.

Requirements

Experience working with children.
High school diploma or equivalent; a bachelor’s or master’s degree is also listed as an education option.
Ability to travel consistently between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation.
Technology skills, 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

Pay range of $20.87 to $28.00 per hour, based on experience and education.
Fully paid training and certification, including a comprehensive 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 opportunities.
Coaching and support from Lead BTs, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors.
Career advancement opportunities, including the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, a BCBA role, or corporate support roles.
Opportunity to collaborate with experts in speech-language therapy, music therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, counseling, pediatrics, neurology, and nursing.