Entry Level Behavioral Specialist (Paid Training)

Cortica • Glendale, AZ

19h • Onsite

About The Position

Cortica is seeking dedicated, compassionate Behavioral Interventionists to provide life-changing care for children with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences. The role uses a strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming ABA therapy model, combining neuroscience and developmental approaches to help children build abilities, relationships, and skills that carry across home, school, and community settings.

Behavioral Interventionists deliver individual and group behavior-analytic services, implement positive behavior strategies developed with a BCBA, and use evidence-based practices to support meaningful progress for children and their families. They document session data, collaborate with families and supervisors, and follow crisis protocols, including de-escalation and mandated reporting. The position includes a two-week, in-person paid orientation with hands-on training and ongoing professional development. Employees can receive coaching from clinical supervisors and collaborate with professionals across disciplines.

The posting describes part-time scheduling options of two, three, or five days per week, with opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays. The pay range is $20.87–$28.00 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 diploma or equivalent; the posting also lists bachelor’s or master’s degrees.
• Ability to consistently travel 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 with autism is a plus.

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.
• Travel between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius.

Benefits

• 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 a supportive, collaborative work environment.
• Career advancement opportunities, including advancement to a BCBA role, the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or a corporate support role.

What This Job Offers

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