Behavioral Therapist (Paid Training!)

Cortica•Oceanside, 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 focused on helping children develop abilities, relationships, and skills that carry across home, school, and community settings. Care is informed by neuroscience and developmental models and delivered collaboratively with families and clinicians. The position includes a comprehensive, fully paid, two-week in-person orientation with hands-on training. Behavior Technicians receive ongoing coaching from Lead Behavior Technicians, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors, as well as continued professional development through in-person and online training. The role also offers potential career paths including the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, BCBA roles, and corporate support positions. Schedules are predictable and available in part-time options of five, three, or two days per week, with opportunities to pick up additional Saturday hours. The listed pay range is $20.57 to $27.60 per hour, based on experience and education. The position requires travel between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation.

Requirements

Experience working with children.
High school education or equivalent; the posting also lists bachelor’s or master’s degrees.
Ability to travel consistently between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation.
Technology proficiency 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.

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.
Expert coaching and support from Lead BTs, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors.
Career advancement opportunities, including the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, BCBA roles, and corporate support roles.
Predictable schedules with a single, direct rate of pay.
Flexible part-time schedule options of five, three, or two days per week, with opportunities to pick up additional Saturday hours.