Behavioral Therapist

• Pay Range: $20.57 to $27.60 per hour, based on experience and education.  
• Thoughtfully Designed Schedules: We offer a predictable schedule with a single, direct rate of pay, including: 
• Part-time roles with flexible 5-, 3- or 2-day-per-week options. 
• Opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays  
• Fully Paid Training: Kickstart your career with Cortica with a comprehensive 4-week, in-person orientation that includes hands-on training.
• 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. 

• 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. 
• A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (within a 30–40-minute drive radius). 
• Tech-savvy with EMR systems and Microsoft Office tools. 

• 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 on building on each child’s unique strengths rather than emphasizing deficits. 
   

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