Child Development Interventionist (Paid Training)

Cortica • Dana Point, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Cortica is hiring 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 positive relationships across home, school, and community settings. Care is developed collaboratively with families and clinicians, with opportunities to work alongside specialists from multiple disciplines.

The position includes a two-week, fully paid, in-person orientation with hands-on training. Schedules are described as predictable, with part-time options of five, three, or two days per week and opportunities to pick up Saturday hours. Pay is $21.18 to $28.42 per hour, based on experience and education.

Requirements

• Experience working with children.
• High school education or equivalent; a bachelor’s or master’s degree is also listed as an education option.
• Ability to consistently travel between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation.
• Tech-savvy, with familiarity 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.
• A bachelor’s or master’s degree.

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 between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius.

Benefits

• Fully paid, 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 a BCBA role, the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or corporate support roles.
• Opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays.

What This Job Offers

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