Play-Based Therapist (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 don’t just offer jobs; we offer careers with purpose, growth, and support.

Compensation

Pay range: $23.62 to $31.69 per hour, based on experience and education.

Schedule

• Full-time roles with 5-day-per-week commitments
• Part-time roles with flexible 5-, 3-, or 2-day-per-week options
• Opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays
• Weekly hours range from 6 to 40
• Predictable schedules with a single, direct rate of pay

Benefits

• Referral bonus: $250–$500 for successful referrals
• Cell phone stipend
• Paid training and onboarding: comprehensive 4-week, in-person, hands-on orientation and BCAT exam review
• Paid drive time and mileage reimbursement (including toll reimbursement in select areas)
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (available for full-time and part-time roles at 26–29 hours)
• 401(k) with company matching
• Continuing education reimbursement: $2,000 annually
• Generous time off: up to 22 days off in first year, increasing to 26 days after 12 months
• Ongoing professional development through in-person and online opportunities
• Supportive environment with expert coaching from Lead BIs, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors
• Career advancement: pathways to BCBA role, Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or corporate support roles
• Transdisciplinary collaboration: work alongside BCBAs, speech-language therapists, music therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, counselors, pediatricians, neurologists, and nurse practitioners

Responsibilities

• Complete Cortica’s orientation and BCAT training
• 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)
• Master’s degree, bachelor’s degree, high school diploma, or equivalent
• Willingness to obtain BCAT credential within 90 days (support provided)
• Availability for weekday afternoons/evenings and optional Saturdays
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (within a 30–40 minute drive radius)
• Tech-savvy with EMR systems and Microsoft Office tools

What Makes Cortica Different

• Transdisciplinary approach: care for the whole child alongside experts in occupational therapy, speech-language therapy, pediatrics, and more
• Collaboration first: individualized care plans created with families and clinicians working together
• Quality over quantity: focus on clinical outcomes, not just session counts