Entry Level Behavioral Specialist (Paid Training)

Cortica - Neurodevelopmental•Glendale, CA

1d•$21 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Cortica is hiring dedicated, compassionate Behavioral Interventionists to provide care for children with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences. The role delivers 1:1 and group behavior-analytic services using positive, evidence-based strategies developed with a BCBA. Behavioral Interventionists document session data, work with families and supervisors to support treatment goals, and follow crisis protocols, including de-escalation and mandated reporting. The position includes a two-week, fully paid, in-person orientation with hands-on training. Team members receive ongoing training and expert coaching, and may advance toward a BCBA role, progress along the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or move into a corporate support role. Cortica uses a strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming ABA model and a transdisciplinary approach to help children build skills that carry across home, school, and community settings.

Requirements

Experience working with children.
High school education or equivalent; a bachelor’s or master’s degree is also listed.
Ability to travel consistently between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation.
Comfort using EMR systems and Microsoft Office tools.

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 consistently 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 flexible 5-, 3-, or 2-day-per-week options.
Opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays.
Two-week, fully paid, 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 a BCBA role, the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or corporate support roles.