Youth Behavior Support Specialist (Entry-level)
About the role
Cortica is seeking energetic, passionate part-time Behavior Technicians to join our team in Irvine. In this role, you’ll help children with autism (and other developmental differences) build communication, play, social, and daily life skills using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) techniques. We are a unified team of doctors and therapists, specializing in neurodevelopmental disorders. Our Behavior Technicians can make a difference while gaining hands-on experience in psychology, education, and healthcare.
Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 and group ABA services to children in clients' homes/in-clinic.
- 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.
Qualifications
- Experience working with children (experience with autism is a plus!)
- High School Diploma 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
Benefits
- Compensation: $23.62 - $31.69 per hour, based on experience and education
- Referral Bonus: Earn between $250-$500 for successful referrals
- Cell Phone Stipend
- Paid Sick Leave
- Mileage Reimbursement
- 401(k) with Company Matching
Learning/Advancement Opportunities
- Comprehensive 3-week orientation and hands-on continuous training
- BCAT exam review, and full coverage of your exam fees
- Expert coaching from Behavior Analysts and mentors
- Ascend within our Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder
- Explore new roles as our team grows
- Partner with BCBAs and speech, music and occupational therapists, counselors, pediatricians, neurologists, and nurse practitioners
What You'll Do
Provide 1:1 and group ABA services to children in clients' homes/in-clinic.
Duplicate 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.
Qualifications
- Experience working with children (experience with autism is a plus!)
- High School Diploma 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
Benefits
- Compensation: $23.62 - $31.69 per hour, based on experience and education
- Referral Bonus: Earn between $250-$500 for successful referrals
- Cell Phone Stipend
- Paid Sick Leave
- Mileage Reimbursement
- 401(k) with Company Matching
Learning/Advancement Opportunities
- Comprehensive 3-week orientation and hands-on continuous training
- BCAT exam review, and full coverage of your exam fees
- Expert coaching from Behavior Analysts and mentors
- Ascend within our Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder
- Explore new roles as our team grows
- Partner with BCBAs and speech, music and occupational therapists, counselors, pediatricians, neurologists, and nurse practitioners
What You'll Do
Provide 1:1 and group ABA services to children in clients' homes/in-clinic.
Duplicate 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.
Application Instructions
To apply, please visit our website and submit your resume and cover letter. For more information about Cortica and our team, please visit our About Us page.