Behavior Specialist (Powder Mill Campus-Beltsville, MD)

Kennedy Krieger Institute; Beltsville (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring incentive

Job summary

Kennedy Krieger Institute seeks a Behavior Specialist at the Powder Mill campus in Beltsville, MD. You will act as a case manager for student behavioral programming, develop and implement BIPs, and conduct FBAs with data-driven monitoring.

You will train staff, monitor progress, and participate in IEP meetings, while coordinating crisis responses and school-wide supports. Requires PCM and CPR certifications; BCBA/RBT preferred; bachelor's in related field.

Qualifications

• PCM certification within the designated timeline.
• CPR certification from AHA or Red Cross is required.
• Bachelor's degree in psychology, behavior analysis, special education or related field.
• Minimum two years of experience with children with developmental disabilities.
• Experience with autism or behavioral challenges preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA) with data collection and observation.
• Develop and update Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) on caseload and ensure compliance.
• Collect, graph, and summarize behavioral data; share with teams quarterly.
• Train staff on BIPs and data collection; monitor fidelity of implementation.
• Prepare progress reports, IEP-related documentation, and attend IEP meetings.
• Coordinate crisis management responses and school-wide positive supports.
• Provide consultation to school staff on behavior management.
• Complete required documentation of contacts with parents and agencies.

Skills

PCM certification

CPR certification

RBT certification (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology or related field

Job description

Currently offering a $1,000 hiring incentive!

The Behavior Specialist works in coordination with classroom, Mental Health/Clinical, and Related Services staff to provide Behavioral Services to students. Under the supervision of the Manager, Behavioral Services or Director, Psychological and Behavioral Services, the incumbent will serve as case manager for the behavioral programming of individual students and will have primary responsibility in the development and implementation of Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIP). This position will facilitate and document the development of the BIP, as well as conduct and document Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA), provide staff training, and monitor the efficacy of the BIP through data collection and graphing. The incumbent will also develop and implement crisis management procedures and the provision of behavioral support in the classroom.

The Powder Mill (Beltsville, MD) campus of Kennedy Krieger School serves students in grades 2-8 who are working toward a high school diploma, and students aged 7-21 who are seeking a certificate of completion.

• Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA). This includes the collection of data through interview, logs, and direct observation. Act as Behavior Resource Case Manager to coordinate team input on FBA. Write FBA reports and present at teams, including Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meetings.
• Develop Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) for students on caseload. Update BIPs as needed to ensure compliance with all regulations and school procedures.
• Initiate and monitor data collection systems related to student behavior. Summarize, graph, and analyze data. Share data with classroom teams.
• Train classroom staff in the implementation of BIPs and data collection systems. Monitor fidelity of implementation.
• Provide ongoing monitoring of progress on behavioral goals. Produce quarterly progress reports, annual summaries, aide justifications/fade plans, FBA reports and BIPs. Attend and present at IEP meetings.
• Coordinate and implement responses to behavioral crises as part of school-wide crisis management procedures.
• Facilitate and implement the school-wide positive behavioral interventions and supports system.
• As required by school procedures, complete all necessary documentation of contacts with parents, transportation providers, and other agencies.
• Conduct in-service trainings as needed. When certified, conduct Professional Crisis Management (PCM)
• Where appropriate, provide consultation to local school system transportation staff regarding behavior management on the bus.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must achieve, possess, and maintain certification in Professional Crisis Management (PCM) within the timeline established by the department. The department will provide a limited amount of certification opportunities. Individuals may obtain and provide documented evidence of required certification from an external provider.
• Must possess and maintain cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst or Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification preferred.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, behavior analysis, special education or related field required.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum two years of experience with children with developmental disabilities is required.
• Experience with individuals with autism and/or behavioral challenges is preferred.

USD $21.66/Hr.

USD $29.07/Hr.