Play-Based Therapist

Cortica•San Marcos, CA

1d•$21 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Cortica is seeking dedicated and compassionate Behavior Technicians to join their team, focusing on designing and delivering life-changing care for children with neurodevelopmental differences. The role offers a career with purpose, growth, and support, emphasizing a strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming ABA therapy model. Behavior Technicians will help children recognize and build on their unique abilities, fostering positive relationships and skills applicable across home, school, and community settings. This progressive approach combines neuroscience and developmental models to empower each child to thrive.

Requirements

Experience working with children
High School or equivalent, bachelor’s or master’s degree
Willingness to obtain your BCAT credential within 90 days of your start date (Cortica provides all training)
Ability to consistently travel between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation
Tech-savvy with EMR systems and Microsoft Office tools

Nice To Haves

Experience 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 your BCBA.
Use evidence-based practices to create meaningful progress for families.
Document session data to track and support treatment goals.
Collaborate closely with families and supervisors to build supportive environments.
Follow Cortica's crisis protocols, including de-escalation and mandated reporting.

Benefits

Pay Range: $ 20.57 to $27.60 per hour, based on experience and education
Thoughtfully Designed Schedules: predictable schedule with a single, direct rate of pay
Part-time roles with flexible 5-, 3- or 2-day-per-week options
Opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays
Fully Paid Training & Certification: comprehensive 2-week, in-person orientation, hands-on training, BCAT exam review, and full coverage of exam fees
Referral Bonus: Earn between $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: Access continuous training through in-person and online opportunities
Supportive Environment: Collaborate with and receive expert coaching from Lead BTs, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors
Career Advancement: Opportunities to grow your career by advancing to a BCBA role, ascending the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or serving in a corporate support role
Learn from Experts in Other Fields: Partner with BCBAs and experts in speech-language therapy, music therapy, occupational therapy, and physical therapy as well as counselors, pediatricians, neurologists, and nurse practitioners