After-School Role Working with Kids (Entry-Level/Part-Time)

Cortica is seeking part-time Behavior Technicians to join our team in Irvine.

We are a team of doctors and therapists, specializing in neurodevelopmental disorders. As a BT at Cortica, you'll help children with autism build play, social, and daily life skills using ABA techniques, 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 - 8:30 AM-1:30 PM, 3:30-6:30 PM or 4-7 PM
• Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays - 3:30-6:30 PM
• Tuesdays/Thursdays - 9 AM-12 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.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience working with children (autism experience is a plus!)
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to attend the first two weeks of training: Monday through Friday between 2:30-7 PM
• Commitment to the shift selected for a minimum of 6+ months
• Reliable transportation: Able to travel up to 30-40 minutes between sessions

Compensation & Benefits:

• $21.18 to $28.42 per hour, based on experience and education
• Referral Bonus: $250-$500 for successful referrals
• Cell Phone Stipend
• Paid Sick Leave
• Mileage Reimbursement
• 401(k) with 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.