Child Development Interventionist (Paid Training)
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 offer careers with purpose, growth, and support.
Pay
$22.80 to $30.59 per hour, based on experience and education.
Schedule
Predictable schedule with flexible part-time roles:
- 5-, 3-, or 2-day-per-week options
- Opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays
Benefits
- Fully Paid Training & Certification: 2-week, in-person orientation including hands-on training, Board-Certified Autism Technician (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 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
- Collaboration with experts in speech-language therapy, music therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, 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
- 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.
Our inclusive culture features:
- 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