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Behavior Technician (Paid Training)

Cortica · Naperville, IL · 1 wk ago
On-siteHealthcare$20.21–$27.11/hrPart-time

What We Offer

  • Pay Range: $20.21 to $27.11 per hour, based on experience and education.
  • Thoughtfully Designed Schedules: Predictable schedules with flexible options, including part-time roles with 5-, 3-, or 2-day-per-week options, and opportunities to work Saturdays.
  • Comprehensive Training & Certification: 2-week, in-person orientation covering hands-on training, BCAT exam review, and full exam fee coverage.
  • Referral Bonus: Earn up to $500 for successful referrals.
  • Cell Phone Stipend: Support during your commute.
  • Paid Drive Time and Mileage Reimbursement: Reimbursements for tolls in select areas.
  • 401(k) with Company Matching: Secure your financial future with a matching plan.
  • Ongoing Professional Development: Continuous training through in-person and online opportunities.
  • Supportive Environment: Collaborate with and receive expert coaching from experienced professionals.
  • Career Advancement: Opportunities to advance to a BCBA role, ascend the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or serve in corporate support roles.
  • Collaborative Process: Develop individualized care plans alongside families and clinicians.
  • Strength-Based, Neurodiversity-Affirming Model: Focus on building on each child’s unique strengths.

Your Impact & 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.

Who We’re Looking For

  • 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!)
  • 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

Inclusive Culture

  • 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.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

  • We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Additional Information

  • Behavioral Health Center of Excellence (BHCOE) Accredited 2024 | America’s Greatest Midsize Workplaces 2025 | Newsweek | Great Place to Work Certified 2025 | Glassdoor 4.3 Rating 2025 | Indeed 4.1 Rating 2025
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