Behavioral Interventionist - ASL Fluent

Cortica - Neurodevelopmental•Anaheim, CA

11d•$21 - $28

About The Position

Cortica is hiring compassionate Behavior Technicians fluent in American Sign Language (ASL) to provide care for children with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences. The role uses a strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming ABA therapy model and a transdisciplinary approach, partnering with families and clinicians to help children build skills and relationships that carry across home, school, and community settings. The position offers part-time schedules with flexible 5-, 3-, or 2-day-per-week options, as well as opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays. Compensation is $21.18 to $28.42 per hour, based on experience and education. Cortica provides four weeks of paid, in-person orientation and hands-on training, ongoing professional development, expert coaching, and opportunities for career advancement.

Requirements

Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL).
Experience working with children.
High school diploma or equivalent; a bachelor’s or master’s degree is also accepted.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation, with the ability to travel within a 30–40-minute drive radius.
Tech-savvy 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

Pay range of $21.18 to $28.42 per hour, based on experience and education.
Predictable schedules with a single, direct rate of pay.
Fully paid, four-week in-person orientation and 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 pursuing a BCBA role, advancing on the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or moving into a corporate support role.