ABA Behavior Technician; Play- therapy

ABA Behavior Technician (Play-based therapy)

Inglewood, CA

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.

• Pay Range: $20.87 to $28.00 per hour, based on experience and education.
• Thoughtfully Designed Schedules: Predictable schedule with a single, direct rate of pay, including part-time roles with flexible 5-, 3-, or 2-day-per-week options, and opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays.
• Fully Paid Training & Certification: 2-week in-person orientation with hands‑on training, BCAT exam review, and full coverage of exam fees.
• Referral Bonus: Earn $250–$500 for successful referrals.
• Cell Phone Stipend: Stay connected.
• Paid Drive Time and Mileage Reimbursement: Toll reimbursement in select areas.
• 401(k) with Company Matching.
• Ongoing Professional Development: Continuous training in-person and online.
• Supportive Environment: Coaching from Lead BTs, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors.
• Career Advancement: Path to BCBA, climb the Clinical Ladder, or corporate roles.
• Learn from Experts: Collaboration with BCBAs, speech‑language, music, occupational, physical therapy, counselors, pediatricians, neurologists, nurse practitioners.

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

• Transdisciplinary Approach: Collaborate with experts across 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 each child’s strengths rather than deficits.

Join Cortica’s team and make a meaningful impact by applying a strength‑based, neuro‑diversity‑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.

Successful completion of a post‑offer background check and motor vehicle report review is required.

Cortica is committed to fair hiring practices. Qualified candidates with criminal histories and/or driving violations will be considered and are not automatically disqualified from employment.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today!

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). For more details, visit the full job description.