Behavior Therapist (Paid Training)

Behavior Technician (Naturalistic, Play-Based ABA) is looking for dedicated, compassionate Behavior Technicians to join our growing team and help us design and deliver life-changing care

About Cortica - Neurodevelopmental

• for children with neurodevelopmental differences. At Cortica, we don’t just offer jobs; we offer careers with purpose, growth, and support.
• Collaborate with experts in various fields to care for the whole child.

Responsibilities

• Cortica
• to

Collaborate with and receive expert coaching from

• Lead BTs, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors who champion your growth.
• Opportunities to grow your career by advancing to a BCBA role, ascending the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or serving in a corporate support role.
• Partner with BCBAs and experts in speech-language therapy, music therapy, occupational therapy, and physical therapy as well as counselors, pediatricians, neurologists, and nurse practitioners.
• Provide 1:1 and group behavior-analytic services to children with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences.
• Implement positive behavior strategies developed with your BCBA.
• Use evidence-based practices to create meaningful progress for families.
• Document session data to track and support treatment goals.
• Collaborate closely with families and supervisors to build supportive environments.
• Follow Cortica's crisis protocols, including de-escalation and mandated reporting.
• Develop individualized care plans alongside families and clinicians.

Requirements

• Experience working with children (experience with autism is a plus!).
• High School or equivalent, bachelor’s or master’s degree.
• Willingness to obtain your BCAT credential within 90 days of your start date (We provide all training!).
• A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (within a 30–40-minute drive radius).
• Tech-savvy with EMR systems and Microsoft Office tools.

Pay

• $31.69 per hour, based on experience and education.
• We offer a predictable schedule with a single, direct rate of pay, including:

Benefits

• with flexible 5-, 3- or 2-day-per-week options.
• to pick up additional hours on Saturdays
• Kickstart your career with Cortica with a comprehensive 4-week, in-person orientation that includes hands-on training, a Board-Certified Autism Technician (BCAT) exam review, and full coverage of your exam fees. We’re invested in your success from day one.

Earn between

• $250-$500
• We value your time on the road and include toll reimbursement in select areas.

401(k) with Company Matching

• Secure your future with our generous plan.
• Access continuous training through in-person and online opportunities.
• Focus on building on each child’s unique strengths rather than emphasizing deficits.

Pay Range

23.62

for successful referrals.

Join Cortica’s team and make a meaningful impact by applying a strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming ABA therapy model. Help children recognize and build on their unique abilities, fostering positive relationships and skills that translate across home, school, and community settings. Be part of a progressive approach that combines neuroscience and developmental models to empower each child to thrive.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today!

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). For more details, visit the full job description here

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