Behavioral Technician - Paid Training

About the role

At Cortica, we offer careers with purpose, growth, and support, delivering life‑changing care for children with neurodevelopmental differences through a naturalistic, play‑based ABA approach.

Pay

Pay Range: $23.99 to $32.19 per hour, based on experience and education.

Schedule

Thoughtfully Designed Schedules: predictable schedule with a single, direct rate of pay, including part‑time roles with flexible 5‑, 3‑ or 2‑day‑per‑week options and opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays.

Benefits

• Fully Paid Training & Certification: 2‑week in‑person orientation with 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 (toll reimbursement in select areas).
• 401(k) with Company Matching.
• Ongoing Professional Development: continuous in‑person and online training.
• Supportive Environment: collaborate with Lead BTs, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors who provide expert coaching.
• Career Advancement: pathways to BCBA, ascend the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or move into corporate support roles.
• Learn from Experts in Other Fields: partner with BCBAs and specialists in speech‑language, music, occupational, and physical therapy, as well as counselors, pediatricians, neurologists, and nurse practitioners.

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.