Behavior Technician

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. At Cortica, we don’t just offer jobs; we offer careers with purpose, growth, and support.

Pay

$21.73 to $29.15 per hour, based on experience and education.

Schedule

• Predictable schedule with a single, direct rate of pay
• Part-time roles with flexible 5-, 3- or 2-day-per-week options
• Opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays

Benefits

• Fully Paid Training & Certification: 3-week, in-person orientation including hands-on training, Board-Certified Autism Technician (BCAT) exam review, and full coverage of exam fees
• Referral Bonus: Earn between $250-$500 for successful referrals
• Cell Phone Stipend
• Paid Drive Time and Mileage Reimbursement, including toll reimbursement in select areas
• 401(k) with Company Matching
• Ongoing Professional Development through in-person and online opportunities
• Supportive Environment with expert coaching from Lead BTs, 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

• 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!)
• High School diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s or master’s degree preferred
• Willingness to obtain your BCAT credential within 90 days of your start date (training provided)
• Ability to consistently travel between client sites within a 30–40-minute radius using reliable transportation
• Tech-savvy with EMR systems and Microsoft Office tools

About the role

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.

Collaborate with experts in various fields—including BCBAs, speech-language therapists, music therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, counselors, pediatricians, neurologists, and nurse practitioners—to care for the whole child. Develop individualized care plans alongside families and clinicians using a strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming model.

This position requires the successful completion of a post-offer background check and a motor vehicle report review.