Lead Behavior Technician Administrator

Cortica•Carlsbad, CA

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

Cortica is seeking a Lead Behavior Technician Administrator to support its expanding team. This position involves providing administrative assistance and performance management to Behavior Technicians, as well as delivering direct behavior-analytic services to children with autism spectrum disorder and other neurodevelopmental differences. The role operates within a transdisciplinary treatment team across various settings, including homes, clinics, schools, and community environments. Cortica is a fast-growing healthcare company dedicated to pioneering effective treatment methods for children with neurodevelopmental differences, with a mission to provide life-changing care and foster the full potential of every child. The company culture emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and respect for all individuals, with employment decisions based on qualifications and ability to perform job responsibilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
1+ years of experience leading and managing direct reports
2+ years of experience working with children/teens/adults in the delivery of ABA services
Currently hold a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) or Board Certified Autism Technician (BCAT) credential or can obtain a BCAT credential within 90 days of employment
Can obtain safety training certification within 90 days of employment
Possess and can maintain reliable and insured transportation (vehicle) and travel between 30-45 minutes per drive to provide therapy in client’s home, school, clinic or community locations.
First aid/CPR certified, or can become so
Have or can acquire a Tuberculosis (TB) clearance

Responsibilities

Oversee the day-to-day administrative supervision of behavior technicians (BTs) in performance management, non-clinical administration, clinical accountability, leave of absence and workplace accommodations support, workers’ compensation case support, separation of employment, and time and schedule management.
Establish working relationships with all direct reports throughout the teammate lifecycle.
Complete daily administration of BT time off management, BT callout management in conjunction with scheduling department, approval of additional indirect time, approval and review of BT serious incident reports (SIRs), and BT availability changes.
Complete and/or assist with audits for administrative or indirect time (weekly), meal and rest break penalties – California only (per pay period), unconverted sessions (weekly).
Report audit findings to ABA site manager and work with BTs to rectify discrepancies.
Ensure BTs have completed all compliance requirements, including required clinical training, through collaboration with the site’s lead behavior technician trainers (LBTs).
Ensure all BTs meet compliance standards.
Manage performance of behavior technicians by providing and documenting timely feedback, including synthesizing clinical feedback through collaboration with the site’s LBT and Clinical Excellence Supervisor (CES).
Work in collaboration with the ABA site manager/ABA associate site manager as appropriate.
Effectively manage and navigate electronic medical record (EMR) systems and Microsoft Office products for accurate documentation, reporting, and communication.
Execute all responsibilities and skills associated with the Board-Certified Autism Technician (BCAT) certification (required within 90 days of hire).
Provide direct implementation of holistic, neurodiversity-affirming behavior-analytic services to children with autism spectrum disorder and other neurodevelopmental differences in one-on-one and group settings.
Implement Cortica’s Whole Child Approach according to treatment plans and strategies provided and overseen by the assigned Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
Utilize a strengths-based treatment approach developed in collaboration with the BCBA and the transdisciplinary team.
Provide client self-care skill development in collaboration with caregivers, including toilet training, personal hygiene, and dressing.
Deliver behavior-analytic care in various settings including home, community, school, clinic, or other designated settings.
Complete all documentation requirements, including data collection and session notes, during the session.
Assist with individualized assessment procedures through preference assessments and data collection.
Follow Cortica crisis and emergency procedures, including safety and de-escalation strategies, first aid strategies, and mandated reporting.
Maintain consistent attendance and punctuality in alignment with Cortica policies.
Adapt to various situations and remain calm in unpredictable or stressful situations.