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title: "ABA Behavior Technician (Play-Based)"
company: "Cortica - Neurodevelopmental"
company_url: "https://www.remjobs.works/companies/cortica-neurodevelopmental"
url: "https://www.remjobs.works/job/cortica-neurodevelopmental-aba-behavior-technician-play-based-76b1a7fe-f2fe-42d8-9df7-a0f0acbeab47"
apply_url: "https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/allcareers/jobs/8763470002"
workplace: onsite
location: "Clairemont Mesa, CA"
employment_type: unspecified
seniority: mid
role: other
region: united-states
date_posted: 2026-08-30T00:14:51.000Z
first_seen_by_remjobs: 2026-09-15T19:06:37.497Z
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# ABA Behavior Technician (Play-Based)

**Cortica - Neurodevelopmental** · Clairemont Mesa, CA

Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/allcareers/jobs/8763470002

## About the role

**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 & Certification: Kickstart your career with Cortica with a comprehensive 4-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.

- A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (within a 30–40-minute drive radius).

- 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!** 

 EOE. This posting is not meant to be an exhaustive list of the role and its duties. **Please review the job description in the following link: **[https://bit.ly/4fILKqj](https://bit.ly/4fILKqj)

**Privacy Notice**
Cortica is committed to protecting your personal information in compliance with applicable federal and state laws. Please review our [Privacy Notice](https://corticacare.com/privacy-policy) to understand how your data is collected, used, and protected. 

**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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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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