Entry Level Behavioral Specialist (Paid Training)

Cortica - Neurodevelopmental•Glendale, CA

8d•$21 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Cortica is hiring a dedicated, compassionate Behavioral Specialist to provide 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 skills and positive relationships across home, school, and community settings. The position includes a two-week, in-person paid orientation with hands-on training and ongoing professional development. The schedule is predictable and part-time options are offered for 5, 3, or 2 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.

Requirements

Experience working with children; autism experience is a plus.
High school education or equivalent; a bachelor's or master's degree is also listed as acceptable.
Ability to consistently travel between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation.
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 crisis protocols, including de-escalation and mandated reporting.
Travel between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius.

Benefits

Pay range of $20.87–$28.00 per hour, based on experience and education.
Predictable schedules with a single, direct rate of pay.
Two-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.
Expert coaching and support from Lead BTs, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors.
Career advancement opportunities, including a BCBA role, the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or corporate support roles.
Opportunity to collaborate with experts in speech-language therapy, music therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, counseling, pediatrics, neurology, and nursing.