Part-time Work with Kids

Cortica is seeking energetic, passionate part-time
Behavior Technicians
to join our team in Irvine. In this role, you'll help children with autism (and other developmental differences) build communication, play, social, and daily life skills using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) techniques.

We are a unified team of doctors and therapists, specializing in neurodevelopmental disorders. Our Behavior Technicians can make a difference while gaining hands-on experience in psychology, education, and healthcare.
All experience Levels are welcome to apply.
We'll train you and cover all certification costs.

At its core, ABA is based on the idea that behavior can be studied and improved. By identifying what motivates behavior, we can teach new skills, encourage helpful behaviors, and reduce maladaptive behaviors.

Choose from the following shifts:

• Monday through Friday
• Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays
• Tuesdays/Thursdays
• Hours: 3:30-6:30 or 4-7 pm.

What you'll do:

• Provide 1:1 and group ABA services to children in clients homes/in-clinic
• 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.

Your Qualifications:

• Experience working with children (experience with autism is a plus)
• High School Diploma 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

Compensation & Benefits:

• $20.87-$28.00 per hour, based on experience and education
• Referral Bonus: Earn between $250-$500 for successful referrals
• Cell Phone Stipend
• Paid Sick Leave
• Mileage Reimbursement
• 401(k) with Company Matching

Learning/Advancement Opportunities:

• Comprehensive 3-week orientation and hands-on continuous training
• BCAT exam review, and full coverage of your exam fees
• Expert coaching from Behavior Analysts and mentors
• Ascend within our Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder
• Chance to explore new roles as our team grows
• Partner with BCBAs and speech, music and occupational therapists, counselors, pediatricians, neurologists, and nurse practitioners

Apply today to learn more

EOE. This posting is not meant to be an exhaustive list of the role and its duties. You are occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, kneel, crouch, or crawl; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Team members must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

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