Play-Based Therapist – (Paid Training)

Cortica•Bedford, MA

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, combining neuroscience and developmental approaches to help children build skills and positive relationships that carry over across home, school, and community settings. The position offers paid, in-person orientation and hands-on training, predictable schedules, opportunities to take on additional Saturday hours, and support from clinical supervisors and professionals across multiple disciplines. The posting describes part-time scheduling options of five, three, or two days per week.

Requirements

Experience working with children.
Ability to travel consistently between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation.
Comfort 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 autism is a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide one-to-one and group behavior-analytic services to children with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences.
Implement positive behavior strategies developed in collaboration with a BCBA.
Use evidence-based practices to support meaningful progress for children and 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

Pay range of $23.62 to $31.69 per hour, based on experience and education.
Predictable schedules with part-time options of five, three, or two days per week.
Opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays.
Comprehensive 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, with toll reimbursement in select areas.
401(k) with company matching.
Ongoing professional development through in-person and online training.
Clinical 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.