Play-Based Behavioral Technician

About the role

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.

We offer a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development and career advancement, including the potential to advance to a BCBA role, ascend the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or serve in a corporate support role.

We are committed to a transdisciplinary approach, collaborating with experts in various fields to care for the whole child, and we strive to foster positive relationships and skills that translate across home, school, and community settings.

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!)
• A High School diploma or equivalent.
• A bachelor’s or master’s degree.
• The 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.
• Willingness to obtain your BCAT credential within 90 days of your start date (We provide all training!).

Qualifications

• High School or equivalent, bachelor’s or master’s degree.
• Experience working with children (experience with autism is a plus!)
• 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.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of behavior analysis principles and techniques.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and EMR systems.

Benefits

• Comprehensive 2-week, in-person orientation that includes hands-on training, a Board-Certified Autism Technician (BCAT) exam review, and full coverage of your exam fees.
• Opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays.
• Part-time roles with flexible 5-, 3- or 2-day-per-week options.
• Full coverage of your BCAT exam fees.
• Cell Phone Stipend.
• Paid drive time and mileage reimbursement in select areas.
• 401(k) with company matching.
• Ongoing professional development through in-person and online opportunities.

Pay

Pay Range: $20.21 to $27.11 per hour, based on experience and education.

Schedule

Thoughtfully Designed Schedules: We offer a predictable schedule with a single, direct rate of pay, including: Part-time roles with flexible 5-, 3- or 2-day-per-week options. Opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays.

Qualifications

• A High School diploma or equivalent.
• A bachelor’s or master’s degree.
• The 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.
• Willingness to obtain your BCAT credential within 90 days of your start date (We provide all training!).

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.