Behavior Technician (Paid-training)

Cortica•Chandler, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Cortica is hiring dedicated Behavior Technicians to provide life-changing care for children with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences. The role uses a strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming ABA therapy model and combines neuroscience and developmental approaches to help children build skills and positive relationships that transfer across home, school, and community settings. Technicians provide individual and group behavior-analytic services, implement behavior strategies developed with a BCBA, collect session data, and work closely with families and supervisors. The position includes a three-week, in-person paid orientation with hands-on training. Technicians collaborate with professionals across disciplines, including speech-language, music, occupational, and physical therapy, as well as counseling and medical specialties.

Requirements

Experience working with children.
High school education or equivalent; a bachelor's or master's degree is also listed.
Ability to consistently travel between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation.
Comfort with EMR systems and Microsoft Office tools.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children 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 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 $21.73 to $29.15 per hour, based on experience and education.
Predictable schedules with a single direct rate of pay.
Fully paid, three-week in-person orientation and 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 BTs, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors.
Career advancement opportunities, including a BCBA role, the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, and corporate support roles.