Behavior Technician - Paid Training

Cortica•San Francisco, CA

5d•Onsite

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 that builds on each child’s abilities and supports skills and relationships across home, school, and community settings. Technicians receive a two-week, in-person orientation with hands-on training, BCAT exam preparation, and exam fees covered. They work alongside families and clinical professionals in a transdisciplinary care model and have opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

Requirements

Experience working with children; autism experience is a plus.
High school education or equivalent; the posting also lists bachelor’s and master’s degrees.
Willingness to obtain a Board-Certified Autism Technician (BCAT) credential within 90 days of the start date.
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.
A 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.
Travel between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius.

Benefits

Pay range of $24.88 to $33.37 per hour, based on experience and education.
Predictable schedule with a single, direct rate of pay.
Flexible part-time scheduling options of five, three, or two days per week.
Opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays.
Two-week, in-person paid orientation and training, including BCAT exam review and 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.
Career advancement opportunities, including the BCBA role, the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, and corporate support roles.
Coaching and support from Lead BTs, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors.