Lead Behavioral Interventionist Trainer - Cortica

Cortica is looking for a Lead Behavior Interventionist Trainer to join our growing team!  

In this role, you will provide direct behavior therapy services to individuals with autism and work as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team. This role presents an exciting opportunity to advance within an innovative, growing healthcare company. 

We are a rapidly growing healthcare company pioneering the most effective treatment methods for children with neurodevelopmental differences. 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. We safeguard equal rights and respect for all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, veteran status or other applicable, legally protected characteristics. All Cortica employment decisions are made based on an individual's qualifications and ability to successfully perform the job responsibilities.  

What will you do?   

• Complete Cortica's orientation and maintain Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) or Board Certified Autism Technician (BCAT) certification 

• 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 

• Work with families and supervisor to establish an environment supportive of treatment and education across all settings of care 

• Act as a role-model and mentor to other Behavior Interventionists by modeling behavior-analytic services during orientation and training of new Behavior Interventionists during session observations 

• Support orientation and training of new Behavior Interventionists by assisting in trainings and presentations 

• Assist Learning & Development team in supporting new Behavior Interventionists in obtaining their credential 

• Follow Cortica crisis and emergency procedures, including de-escalation strategies, first aid strategies, and mandated reporting. May also assist in delivery of trainings based on need 

• Serve as a representative of the Cortica ABA program, demonstrating professionalism with all families and colleagues in written and spoken communication as well as professional dress and demeanor 

• In this role you are 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. 

We'd love to hear from you if:  

• You have 2 years of experience working with children/teens/adults in the delivery of ABA services.  

• You ideally possess a bachelor's degree in a human service (or related) field; candidates with relevant work experience in lieu of bachelor's degree will be considered; students enrolled in undergraduate studies will also be considered. 

• Have worked with Cortica for at least 1 year and completed 520 hours of direct therapy work.  

• You are currently a Registered Behavior Technician or Board Certified Autism Technician 

• You are available to work Monday-Friday 8 am- 7 pm (start and end times are dependent on training needs and do not exceed more than 8 hours a day).  

• You possess a valid California Driver's license and reliable transportation.  

• You are skilled at using software and systems including electronic medical record systems and Microsoft Office products.  

• You preferably have knowledge of HIPAA regulations to safeguard patient information.   

Your Compensation & Benefits  

Cortica cares deeply about the well-being of each member of our team, and we have created a passionate, caring, and growth-minded culture that helps teammates thrive! As a Cortica teammate, we'll support your well-being through medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching and rapid vesting, paid holidays and wellness days, life insurance, disability insurance options, tuition reimbursements for professional development and continuing education, and referral bonuses. We value you and the experience you bring to your role, and are proud to provide you with a compensation and benefits package designed to enhance all aspects of your life.  

The base pay range for this opening is $23.09 to $30.98. According to your skill level, relevant experience, education level, and location, you will receive compensation that fits appropriately within the range. 

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