Behavior Therapist

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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: $23.64 to $31.72 per hour, based on experience and education.
• Fully Paid Training & Certification: 3‑week, in‑person orientation that includes hands‑on training, a Board‑Certified Autism Technician (BCAT) exam review, and full coverage of exam fees.
• Referral Bonus:
  Earn between $250 and $500 for successful referrals.
• Cell Phone Stipend.
• Paid Drive Time and Mileage Reimbursement, including toll reimbursement in select areas.
• 401(k) with Company Matching.
• Ongoing Professional Development via in‑person and online opportunities.
• Supportive Environment with coaching from Lead BTs, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors.
• Career Advancement opportunities (BCBA, Clinical Ladder, corporate support).
• Collaborative work with experts in speech‑language therapy, music therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, counseling, pediatrics, neurology, and 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, especially with autism.
• High School diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s or master’s degree preferred.
• 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 with experts in various fields.
• Collaborative process developing individualized care plans with families and clinicians.
• Strength‑based, neurodiversity‑affirming model focusing on building on each child’s strengths.

Apply today and join Cortica’s team to impact children through a strength‑based, neurodiversity‑affirming ABA therapy model.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

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