ABA Technician
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This posting states $20.08–$26.94 an hour. Open registered behavior technician jobs in North Carolina post a median of $25 an hour, the middle half $25–$26.50, across 227 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Registered behavior technicians employed in North Carolina earn a median of $19.54 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
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: $ 20.08 to $26.94 per hour, based on experience and education.
- Thoughtfully Designed Schedules: Our current client need is a shift of Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3:30pm-6:30pm
- 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 .
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Driving Requirement
This position requires the successful completion of a post-offer background check and a motor vehicle report review.
E-Verify Participation
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Physician-led autism care provider for children, with centers in California, Arizona, Massachusetts, Texas, Illinois, North Carolina, New Jersey and Connecticut.
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