ABA Therapist

Cortica is looking for dedicated, compassionate Behavior Technicians to join our growing team and help us design and deliver life-changing care for children with neurodevelopmental differences. We offer careers with purpose, growth, and support.

Pay

Pay Range: $23.62 to $31.69 per hour, based on experience and education.

Schedule

We offer a range of predictable schedules with a single, direct rate of pay, including:

• Full-time roles with 5-day-per-week commitments.
• Part-time roles with flexible 5-, 3-, or 2-day-per-week options.
• Opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays.
• Weekly hours range from 6 to 40.
• Availability for weekday afternoons/evenings and optional Saturdays.

Benefits

• Referral Bonus: Earn between $250-$500 for successful referrals.
• Cell Phone Stipend: Stay connected with support from us.
• Paid Training and Onboarding: Comprehensive 4-week, in-person, hands-on orientation and BCAT exam review.
• Paid Drive Time and Mileage Reimbursement: Includes toll reimbursement in select areas.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage: Available for full-time and part-time roles (26-29 hours).
• 401(k) with Company Matching: Secure your future with our generous plan.
• Continuing Education Reimbursement: $2,000 annually to support your continued professional development.
• Generous Time Off: Up to 22 days off in your first year, increasing to 26 days after your first 12 months.
• Ongoing Professional Development: Access continuous training through in-person and online opportunities.
• Supportive Environment: Collaborate with and receive expert coaching from Lead BIs, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors.
• Career Advancement: Opportunities to grow into a BCBA role, ascend the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or serve in a corporate support role.

Responsibilities

• Complete Cortica’s orientation and BCAT training.
• 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.

Requirements

• Experience working with children (experience with autism is a plus).
• Masters, bachelor’s degree, high school diploma, or equivalent.
• Willingness to obtain your BCAT credential within 90 days (we’ll help!).
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (within a 30-40 minute drive radius).
• Tech-savvy with EMR systems and Microsoft Office tools.

About the Role

At Cortica, we redefine ABA therapy with a transdisciplinary approach, collaborating with experts in occupational therapy, speech-language therapy, pediatrics, and more to care for the whole child. Our focus is on quality over quantity, prioritizing clinical outcomes and individualized care plans created with families and clinicians working together.