Entry Level Behavior Therapist (Paid Training)

Cortica • Laguna Beach, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Cortica is hiring dedicated, compassionate Behavior Technicians to provide care to children with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences. The role uses a strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming ABA therapy model and a progressive approach combining neuroscience and developmental models to help children build skills and positive relationships across home, school, and community settings.

The position includes a fully paid, two-week in-person orientation with hands-on training. Behavior Technicians receive coaching from Lead BTs, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors, and collaborate with families, clinicians, and experts in related fields. Career-development opportunities include advancing to a BCBA role, progressing on the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or moving into a corporate support role.

The listed pay range is $21.18 to $28.42 per hour, based on experience and education. The posting describes part-time schedules with flexible options of two, three, or five days per week, as well as opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays. The role requires 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 as an education option.
• Ability to travel consistently 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 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 opportunities.
• Coaching and support from Lead BTs, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors.
• Career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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