Lead School Behavior Technician

<p><span data-contrast="none">Cortica is looking for a </span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Lead Behavior Technician – School Based Support</span></strong><em> </em><span data-contrast="none">to join its growing team! </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> <br><br></span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none">The Lead School Behavior Technician provides direct behavior-analytic services to students with autism spectrum disorder and other neurodevelopmental differences in school settings. In addition to delivering direct student support, the Lead BT serves as the direct supervisor, providing administrative support and performance management for School Behavior Technicians, modeling best practices and offering guidance in the implementation of behavior intervention strategies. This role is essential in ensuring consistent, high-quality, neurodiversity-affirming support for students and school teams.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> <br><br></span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">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. </span> <br><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">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. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
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<p><strong><em><span data-contrast="auto">What will you do?</span></em></strong><em><span data-contrast="auto">  </span></em><span data-ccp-props="{}"> <br><br></span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Lead by example in implementing individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and skill acquisition programs aligned with students’ IEPs and educational goals.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Support and mentor school-based BTs by modeling strategies, answering questions, and troubleshooting implementation challenges.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Substitute in schools as needed to ensure continuity of services and provide high-quality support in the absence of assigned BTs.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Collaborate with Behavior Analysts, educators, and school teams to integrate behavioral strategies into classroom routines.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Support students' growth in communication, social interaction, emotional regulation, and adaptive skills as appropriate to the school setting.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="7" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Utilize a strengths-based, neurodiversity-affirming approach to service delivery.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="8" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Collect and review data to monitor student progress and support BTs in accurate data collection practices.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="9" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Provide feedback and coaching to BTs as delegated by supervising Board Certified Behavior Analysts BCBAs).</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Participate in classroom observations, team meetings, and school-based training sessions; help facilitate training for new BTs.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="11" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Demonstrate professionalism, flexibility, and leadership in dynamic school environments. Oversee the day-to-day administrative supervision of school behavior technicians (SBTs) in the areas of performance management, nonclinical administration, clinical accountability, leave of absence and workplace accommodations support, workers’ compensation case support, separation of employment, and time and schedule management.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="12" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Establish working relationship with all direct reports throughout the teammate lifecycle from orientation through employment separation.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="13" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Complete daily administration of SBT time off management, SBT callout management in conjunction with scheduling department, approval of additional indirect time, approval and review of SBT serious incident reports (SIRs), SBT availability changes.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="14" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Complete and/or assist with audits for administrative or indirect time (weekly), meal and rest break penalties – California only (per pay period), unconverted sessions (weekly). Report findings to ABA site manager and work with SBTs to rectify any discrepancies.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="15" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Ensure SBTs have completed all compliance requirements, including required clinical training through collaboration with the site’s lead behavior technician trainers (LBTs). Responsible for ensuring that all SBTs meet compliance standards.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="16" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Responsible for the performance management of SBTs by providing and documenting timely feedback, including synthesizing clinical feedback through collaboration with the Director of School Operations.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="17" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Effectively manage and navigate electronic medical record (EMR) systems and Microsoft Office products to ensure accurate documentation, reporting, and communication.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="18" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including session notes, incident reports, and mentoring logs as assigned.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="19" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Adhere to all school safety protocols, including proactive behavior supports, de-escalation techniques, and mandated reporting.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="20" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Demonstrate professionalism, flexibility, and leadership in dynamic school environments.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> <br><br></span></li>
<li data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"·","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="21" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Travel between school sites within the designated service area.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><em><span data-contrast="auto">We’d love to hear from you if:</span></em></strong><em><span data-contrast="auto"> </span></em><span data-ccp-props="{}"> <br><br></span></p>
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<p>You hold a high school diploma or equivalent.</p>
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<p>You bring 1+ years of experience leading and managing direct reports.</p>
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<p>You bring 1+ years of experience providing ABA services in school or clinical settings.</p>
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<p>You can obtain assigned safety training certification within 30 days of employment.</p>
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<p>You can obtain and maintain Board Certified Autism Technician (BCAT) or Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) credential within 30 days of employment, where required by the district.</p>
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<p>You can maintain reliable transportation and travel between work sites.</p>
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<p>You can obtain a first aid/CPR certification and a tuberculosis (TB) clearance.</p>
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<p><strong><em><span data-contrast="none">Your Compensation & Benefits </span></em></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> <br><br></span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none">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 to thrive! We offer a wide range of benefits for full-time teammates, including 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 our teammates and the experience they bring to their roles, and are proud to provide a compensation and benefits package designed to enhance all aspects of our teammates' lives.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none">The base pay range for this opening is</span><strong><span data-contrast="none"> $21.60/hr </span></strong><span data-contrast="none">to</span><strong><span data-contrast="none"> $28.98/hr. </span></strong><span data-contrast="none">According to your relevant experience, education level, and location, you will receive compensation that fits appropriately within the range. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">EOE. This posting is not meant to be an exhaustive list of the role and its duties.</span><strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Please review the job description in the following link: </span></strong><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink"><a href="https://bit.ly/44I1lTL">https://bit.ly/44I1lTL</a></span></span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> <br><br></span></p>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Fair Chance Ordinance Compliance</span></strong> <br><span data-contrast="auto">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.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Driving Requirement</span></strong> <br><span data-contrast="auto">This position requires the successful completion of a post-offer background check and a motor vehicle report review.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">E-Verify Participation</span></strong> <br><span data-contrast="auto">This employer participates in E-Verify. </span><a href="https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">Click here</span></span></a><span data-contrast="auto"> to view the E-Verify Poster and your Right to Work.</span> <br><span data-contrast="auto">Este empleador participa en E-Verify. </span><a href="https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPosterES.pdf"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">Haga </span><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">clic</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink"> </span><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">aquí</span></span></a><span data-contrast="auto"> para ver el cartel de E-Verify y su derecho a trabajar.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>