Behavioral Interventionist (Entry-level)

Cortica•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

Cortica is seeking 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 transdisciplinary approach informed by neuroscience and developmental models. It focuses on helping children build on their abilities and develop positive relationships and skills that carry across home, school, and community settings. The position offers a predictable schedule with part-time options of five, three, or two days per week, plus opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays. Training includes a fully paid, two-week, in-person orientation with hands-on instruction. The role involves travel between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation and requires successful completion of a post-offer background check and motor vehicle report review.

Requirements

Experience working with children; experience with autism is a plus.
High school education or equivalent; a bachelor’s or master’s degree is also listed as acceptable.
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.
Work with clinicians and experts across disciplines to support whole-child care.

Benefits

Pay range of $21.73 to $29.15 per hour, based on experience and education.
Predictable scheduling with part-time five-, three-, or two-day-per-week options and opportunities for additional Saturday hours.
Fully paid training and certification, including a 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 advancement to a BCBA role, the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or corporate support roles.