ABA Behavior Interventionist (Part-time)

Behavioral Interventionist
Title: Behavior Technician (Naturalistic, Play-Based ABA) Location: Laguna Niguel, CA and the surrounding areas
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. Pay Range: $21.18 to $28.42 per hour, based on experience and education.
Part-time roles with flexible 5-, 3-, or 2-day-per-week options.
Opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays

• Fully Paid Training & Certification: Kickstart your career with Cortica with a comprehensive 3-week, in-person orientation that includes hands-on training, a Board-Certified Autism Technician (BCAT) exam review, and full coverage of your exam fees. Referral Bonus: Earn between $250-$500 for successful referrals.
• Cell Phone Stipend: Paid Drive Time and Mileage Reimbursement: We value your time on the road and include toll reimbursement in select areas.
• 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.
• 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.

Provide 1:1 and group behavior-analytic services to children with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences.
Implement positive behavior strategies developed with your BCBA.
Document session data to track and support treatment goals.
Experience working with children (experience with autism is a plus!).
High School 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.
Transdisciplinary Approach: Collaborate with experts in various fields to care for the whole child.
Focus on building on each child's unique strengths rather than emphasizing deficits.
Join Cortica's team and make a meaningful impact by applying a strength-based, neurodiversity-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.
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