Behavioral Interventionist

Cortica • Glendale, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Cortica is seeking dedicated, compassionate Behavior Technicians to provide 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 relationships that transfer across home, school, and community settings.

The position includes a three-week, in-person orientation with hands-on training. Behavior Technicians receive coaching from Lead BTs, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors, and collaborate with professionals in fields including speech-language therapy, music therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, counseling, pediatrics, neurology, and nursing. Career pathways include advancement to a BCBA role, the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or a corporate support role.

Pay is $21.73 to $29.15 per hour, based on experience and education. Schedules are predictable and offer part-time options of five, three, or two days per week, with opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays. The position requires travel between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation. A post-offer background check and motor vehicle report review are required.

Requirements

• Experience working with children.
• High school or equivalent education; a bachelor’s or master’s degree is also accepted.
• 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 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

• Three-week, in-person orientation with hands-on training, fully paid.
• 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.
• 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