Play Based Behavior Therapist

Cortica•La Jolla, CA

About The Position

Cortica is hiring compassionate Behavior Technicians to provide behavior-analytic care to children with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences. The role uses a strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming ABA model, drawing on neuroscience and developmental approaches to help children build skills and positive relationships that can generalize across home, school, and community settings. Behavior Technicians work with families, supervisors, and clinicians in a transdisciplinary environment, with coaching and opportunities for professional development and career advancement. The stated pay range is $20.57 to $27.60 per hour, based on experience and education. The posting describes part-time schedule options of five, three, or two days per week, with opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays.

Requirements

Experience working with children.
High school diploma or equivalent; a bachelor's or master's degree is also listed.
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

Predictable schedules with a single, direct rate of pay.
Four-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 Behavior Technicians, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors.
Career advancement opportunities, including a BCBA role, the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or corporate support roles.
Opportunities to collaborate with specialists in speech-language therapy, music therapy, occupational therapy, and physical therapy, as well as counselors, pediatricians, neurologists, and nurse practitioners.