Play Based Behavior Therapist

Cortica•La Jolla, CA

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, combining neuroscience and developmental approaches to help children build on their abilities and develop skills that carry across home, school, and community settings. Care is individualized and developed collaboratively with families and clinicians as part of a transdisciplinary team. The position includes a four-week, in-person orientation with hands-on training, ongoing professional development, and coaching from experienced clinical staff. The posting describes part-time scheduling options of two, three, or five days per week, with opportunities to pick up Saturday hours. Pay is $20.57 to $27.60 per hour, based on experience and education. This posting notes that it is not an exhaustive list of the role’s duties.

Requirements

Experience working with children.
High school education or equivalent; bachelor’s or master’s degree also listed as an education option.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation, with a stated 30–40-minute drive radius.
Comfort using 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.

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.
Collaborate with professionals across disciplines, including speech-language therapy, music therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, counseling, pediatrics, neurology, and nursing.

Benefits

Pay of $20.57 to $27.60 per hour, based on experience and education.
Predictable schedules with a single, direct rate of pay and flexible part-time options of five, three, or two days per week.
Opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays.
Four-week, fully paid, in-person orientation with hands-on training.
Referral bonus of $250 to $500 for successful referrals.
Cell phone stipend.
Paid drive time and mileage reimbursement; 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 pursuing a BCBA role, advancing on the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or moving into a corporate support role.