Play Based Therapist

Cortica•Plano, TX

About The Position

Cortica is seeking dedicated, compassionate Behavior Technicians to provide behavior-analytic services to children with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences. The role uses a strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming ABA therapy model, combining neuroscience and developmental models to help children build on their abilities and develop skills that generalize across home, school, and community settings. Staff collaborate with families and clinicians to develop individualized care plans and receive coaching from Lead Behavior Technicians, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors. The position requires travel between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation, and successful completion of a post-offer background check and motor vehicle report review.

Requirements

Experience working with children.
High school diploma or equivalent; the posting also lists bachelor’s or master’s degrees.
Ability to travel consistently between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation.
Tech-savvy 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.

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

Benefits

Pay of $18.90 to $25.35 per hour, based on experience and education.
Predictable schedules, with part-time options of five, three, or two days per week.
Two-week, in-person orientation with hands-on training, fully paid.
Referral bonus of $250–$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.
Coaching and support from Lead Behavior Technicians, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors.
Career advancement opportunities, including pursuing a BCBA role, advancing on the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or moving into corporate support roles.
Collaboration with professionals in speech-language therapy, music therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, counseling, pediatrics, neurology, and nursing.