Behavioral Therapist

Cortica • La Mesa, CA

3d

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. Care is individualized and collaborative, involving families and clinicians in developing supportive environments and plans for each child.

This position offers a predictable schedule and a single direct rate of pay. Part-time schedules are available in 5-, 3-, or 2-day-per-week options, with opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays. New team members receive a four-week, in-person orientation with hands-on training. The role involves collaboration with behavior analysts and professionals in speech-language, music, occupational, and physical therapy, as well as counselors, pediatricians, neurologists, and nurse practitioners.

Requirements

• Experience working with children.
• High school diploma or equivalent; a bachelor's or master's degree is also listed as an educational background option.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation, within a 30–40-minute drive radius.
• Comfort with 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.

Benefits

• 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 advancing to a BCBA role, the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or a corporate support role.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED