Behavioral Therapist (Paid Training and Certification)

Cortica; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate individuals to join their team as Behavioral Therapists. This role involves providing play-based ABA therapy to children with autism in various settings, including homes and schools. With a commitment to professional growth and a supportive environment, this innovative firm offers paid training and flexible scheduling. Team members are encouraged to collaborate with multidisciplinary professionals, ensuring a holistic approach to care. If you love working with children and want to make a difference in their lives, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Referral Bonus ($250 - $500)

Paid Training & Amazing Onboarding Experience

Flexible Scheduling

Paid Drive Time

Mileage reimbursement

Toll Reimbursement

Continuing Education Reimbursement

Continuous Training for Professional Growth

Team Building Events

Supportive Environment

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in various settings.
• Willingness to obtain BCAT credential within 45 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct ABA therapy to children with autism in multiple settings.
• Implement behavior strategies developed with BCBA.
• Fulfill documentation and data collection requirements.

Skills

Experience with children

Behavioral Interventionist skills

Positive behavior strategies

Data collection and documentation

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Bachelor's in human services or related field

Master's degree

Tools

Schoox (Online Learning System)

Job description

Behavioral Therapist (Paid Training and Certification)

Worcester, MA

We are immediately hiring a Behavior Interventionist near Shrewsbury and surrounding areas to provide play-based ABA therapy to our families in the home, community, school, or clinic.

At Cortica, our mission is to design and deliver life-changing care – one child, one family, one community at a time. Ultimately, we envision a world that cultivates the full potential of every child. At Cortica, every team member is instrumental in helping us achieve our mission. Our culture and values guide how we work and treat one another. Cortica celebrates diversity and fosters an inclusive environment, seeking ideas and opinions from everyone on the team.

Starting Pay Range: $22.80 - $30.59 per hour

Why Cortica
Referral Bonus ($250 - $500)
Paid Training & Amazing Onboarding Experience
Paid Training & Review BCAT Exam
Flexible Scheduling
Paid Drive Time
Mileage reimbursement
Toll Reimbursement (*select areas)
Continuing Education Reimbursement
Continuous Training for Professional Growth (Online Learning System Schoox)
Supportive Environment (Lead BIs, ABA Assistant Supervisors, ABA Supervisors)
Advancement w/ internal Career Pathways
Monthly (Team Building Events)
Work with multidisciplinary teams including BCBAs, Speech, OT, MT, LMFTs, LCSWs, Pediatricians, Pediatric Neurologists

What You'll Do

• Provide direct implementation of behavior-analytic services to children with autism spectrum disorder and other neurodevelopmental differences in both 1:1 and group settings
• Implement positive behavior strategies as developed and analyzed with the Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
• Implement strategies with children including antecedent and consequence (reinforcement) strategies, based on developed treatment plans and strategies with their BCBA
• Work in the home, community, school, clinic or other designated settings with children and their families providing direct behavior-analytic care as determined in the child's assessment and treatment plan
• Fulfill all documentation requirements including the use of data collection of strategies and goals, completion of session notes during the session
• Assist with individualized assessment procedures through preference assessments and data collection

What You Know

• You have experience working with children (Child Development, Camp Counselor, Paraprofessional, Behavioral Interventionist, ABA Therapist, Behavior Technician)
• You love to play
• You have a High School Diploma / GED or bachelor's in human services (or related) or Masters
• You possess a valid Driver's license (within the state you are working) and reliable transportation, and are located within Burlington, MA
• You are available in the early and late afternoons (2pm-7pm) (maybe an occasional Saturday)
• You are currently a Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) or Board Certified Autism Technician (BCAT) or are willing to obtain the BCAT credential via Cortica's training program within the first 45 days (will be paid training)

We are not just an ABA company; we are so much more…. Apply today to speak to the recruiter team about joining the team.

The base direct pay range for this opening is $23.62 - $31.69 per hour. According to your relevant experience, education level, and location, you will receive compensation that fits appropriately within the range.

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.