Play Based Therapist

Cortica - Neurodevelopmental • Plano, TX

5d • $19 - $25

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 and combines neuroscience and developmental approaches to help children build on their abilities, relationships, and skills across home, school, and community settings. The position involves collaboration with families and clinicians and a transdisciplinary approach to caring for the whole child.

The listed pay range is $18.90 to $25.35 per hour, based on experience and education. Schedules are predictable and offer part-time options of five, three, or two days per week. Cortica provides two weeks of in-person orientation with hands-on training, ongoing professional development, and coaching from Lead BTs, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors. The role requires travel between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation. A post-offer background check and motor vehicle report review are required.

Requirements

• Experience working with children.
• High school education or equivalent; a bachelor's or master's degree is also listed.
• Ability to travel consistently between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation.
• Tech-savviness 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.
• Collaborate with families and clinicians in developing individualized care plans.

Benefits

• Fully paid, two-week 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 career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED