Behavior Technician (Certification Included!)

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

$18.90 to $23.35 per hour, based on experience and education.

Schedule

Predictable schedule with flexible part-time roles:

• 5-, 3-, or 2-day-per-week options
• Single, direct rate of pay

Benefits

• Fully Paid Training & Certification: 3-week, in-person orientation including hands-on training, BCAT exam review, and full coverage of exam fees
• Referral Bonus: $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: in-person and online training opportunities
• Supportive Environment: expert coaching from Lead BTs, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors
• Career Advancement: opportunities to advance to a BCBA role, ascend the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or move into 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 BCAT credential within 90 days of 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
• Successful completion of a post-offer background check and motor vehicle report review

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.

• Transdisciplinary Approach: Collaborate with experts in various fields to care for the whole child
• Collaborative Process: Develop individualized care plans alongside families and clinicians
• Strength-Based, Neurodiversity-Affirming Model: Focus on building on each child’s unique strengths rather than emphasizing deficits
• Learn from experts in speech-language therapy, music therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, counseling, pediatrics, neurology, and nursing