Entry-Level Behavior Technician – Paid Training

Cortica - Neurodevelopmental • Woburn, MA

1d • $24 - $32

About The Position

Cortica is hiring dedicated, compassionate Behavior Technicians to provide behavior-analytic care for children with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences. The role uses a strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming ABA therapy model, drawing on neuroscience and developmental approaches to help children build skills and positive relationships across home, school, and community settings. Behavior Technicians receive a comprehensive, fully paid, two-week in-person orientation with hands-on training and ongoing professional development. They work collaboratively with families, supervisors, BCBAs, and specialists in areas such as speech-language therapy, music therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, counseling, pediatrics, neurology, and nursing. The position requires regular travel between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation.

Requirements

• Experience working with children.
• High school education or equivalent; a bachelor’s or master’s degree is also listed.
• 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 one-to-one and group behavior-analytic services to children with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences.
• Implement positive behavior strategies developed in collaboration 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.
• Career advancement opportunities, including a BCBA role, the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or corporate support roles.
• Predictable scheduling with a single direct rate of pay.
• Part-time schedule options of five, three, or two days per week, with opportunities to pick up additional Saturday hours.

What This Job Offers

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