Play-Based Therapist (Paid Training)

Cortica•Billerica, 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 abilities and skills that carry across home, school, and community settings. The position includes a four-week, fully paid, in-person orientation with hands-on training and ongoing professional development. Candidates must be willing to obtain a BCAT credential within 90 days of starting.

Requirements

Experience working with children.
High school diploma or equivalent; a bachelor’s or master’s degree is also accepted.
Willingness to obtain a BCAT credential within 90 days of the start date; training is provided.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation within a 30–40-minute drive radius.
Comfort using EMR systems and Microsoft Office tools.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with autistic children.

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 clinicians and specialists across disciplines to support individualized care.

Benefits

Pay of $23.62–$31.69 per hour, based on experience and education.
Predictable schedules with a single, direct rate of pay.
Flexible part-time options of five, three, or two days per week.
Opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays.
Fully paid, four-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 support from Lead BTs, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors.
Career advancement opportunities, including a BCBA role, the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or corporate support roles.
Opportunity to work with experts in speech-language therapy, music therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, counseling, pediatrics, neurology, and nursing.