Behavioral Technician
allcareers
Carlsbad, California
Posted Sep 9, 2026
- Other
- Behavioral Intervention
Job description
**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:** $20.57 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 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 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.
**Ready to make a difference? Apply today!**
*Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). For more details, visit the full job description*[***here***](https://tinyurl.com/34pm5v9y)*.*
Behavioral Health Center of Excellence (BHCOE) Accredited 2024 | America’s Greatest Midsize Workplaces 2025 Newsweek | Great Place to Work Certified 2025 | Glassdoor 4.3 Rating 2025 | Indeed 4.1 Rating 2025
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**Fair Chance Ordinance Compliance**
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, consistent with applicable federal law, the California Fair Chance Act, and local ordinances.
**Driving Requirement**
This position requires the successful completion of a post-offer background check and a motor vehicle report review.
**E-Verify Participation**
This employer participates in E-Verify. [Click here](https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf) to view the E-Verify Poster and your Right to Work.
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