Behavior Technician (Paid Training)

Title: Behavior Technician (Naturalistic, Play-Based ABA)  

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. 

What We Offer:

• Pay Range: $20.08 to $26.94 per hour, based on experience and education.  
• Thoughtfully Designed Schedules: Our current client need is a shift of Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3:30pm-6:30pm 
• Opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays  

• Fully Paid Training: Kickstart your career with Cortica with a comprehensive 2-week, in-person orientation that includes hands-on training. We’re invested in your success from day one. 

• Referral Bonus: Earn between $250-$500 for successful referrals. 

• Cell Phone Stipend: Stay connected with support from us. 

• Paid Drive Time and Mileage Reimbursement: We value your time on the road and include toll reimbursement in select areas. 

• 401(k) with Company Matching: Secure your future with our generous plan. 

• Ongoing Professional Development: Access continuous training through in-person and online opportunities. 

• Supportive Environment: Collaborate with and receive expert coaching from Lead BTs, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors who champion your growth. 

• Career Advancement: Opportunities to grow your career by advancing to a BCBA role, ascending the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or serving in a corporate support role.  

• Learn from Experts in Other Fields: Partner with BCBAs and experts in speech-language therapy, music therapy, occupational therapy, and physical therapy as well as counselors, pediatricians, neurologists, and nurse practitioners. 

 

Your Impact & 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. 

 

Who We’re Looking For:

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

 

Our Inclusive Culture: 

• 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