Behavior Support Associate — IEP & Crisis Management

Kennedy Krieger Institute, Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennedy Krieger Institute, Inc. in Baltimore is looking for a Behavior Associate to support Classroom and Behavioral Services. The role involves implementing behavioral strategies, maintaining documentation, and assisting with crisis management in educational settings.

Applicants must have a high school diploma, CPR certification, and ideally an Associate’s degree in education. Experience with children with developmental disabilities is required. The position offers opportunities for professional development and certification.

Qualifications

• Must achieve and maintain certification in Professional Crisis Management (PCM).
• Possess and maintain CPR certification from an accredited organization.
• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide programmatic classroom coverage as needed.
• Respond to behavioral crises as part of management procedures.
• Implement individual behavioral goals as stated in the IEP.

Skills

Behavior management strategies

Crisis management

Documentation skills

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in education, special education, or related area

Tools

Incident reporting system

Job description

Kennedy Krieger Institute, Inc. in Baltimore is looking for a Behavior Associate to support Classroom and Behavioral Services. The role involves implementing behavioral strategies, maintaining documentation, and assisting with crisis management in educational settings.

Applicants must have a high school diploma, CPR certification, and ideally an Associate’s degree in education. Experience with children with developmental disabilities is required. The position offers opportunities for professional development and certification.