Therapeutic Aide

RCM Healthcare Services; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid Life/AD&D

Long-Term Disability

Paid sick leave

401(k) Savings Plan

Job summary

RCM Healthcare Services seeks a Therapeutic Aide to provide academic, behavioral, and personal support to students in Baltimore City Schools. You will implement FBAs/BIPs, assist with classroom engagement, and collaborate with teachers and school staff to promote student safety and success.

The role emphasizes behavioral and developmental support, with duties including data collection, safety interventions, and providing essential personal care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Support students to achieve academic, behavioral, and social goals in the classroom.
• Assist with FBAs and BIPs under supervision.
• Use behavior management techniques to ensure student safety.
• Provide personal care support (toileting, hygiene, dressing, snack).
• Collaborate with teachers, behavior staff, and school personnel.
• Assist with classroom organization and instructional support.
• Collect behavioral and academic data for education teams.
• Ensure safe transitions between classes and environments.
• Support transportation and bus supervision as needed.
• Participate in trainings, meetings, and assigned duties.

Skills

Follow directions

Communication (written)

Student support

Emotional maturity

Physical assistance

Training readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Must be 18+

Job description

$15.0 - $23.0/hourly Posted 3 days ago Less than 10 applies

Therapeutic Aides

Hourly Rate: $15.00 – $23.00 per hour

Position Summary

As a Therapeutic Aide, you will provide academic, behavioral, and personal support services to students within Baltimore City Schools in a structured school-based setting. This role supports students with behavioral, emotional, and developmental needs by assisting with classroom engagement, behavior management, social integration, and daily living support. Therapeutic Aides may also assist with implementing Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) while collaborating closely with teachers, behavior teams, and school staff to promote student success and safety. At RCM Healthcare Services, we're passionate about connecting talented professionals with the right opportunities - join our network and be supported every step of the way.

Schedule / Shift

• Hours per week: Full-time and part-time opportunities available
• Contract length: School-based assignment

Key Duties

• Support students in achieving academic, behavioral, and social goals within the classroom environment
• Assist with implementation of Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
• Utilize behavior management techniques and physical intervention strategies when necessary for student safety
• Provide personal care support including toileting, hygiene assistance, clothing changes, and snack support as needed
• Collaborate with teachers, behavior supervisors, related service providers, and school staff
• Assist with classroom organization, instructional support, and student supervision throughout the school day
• Collect behavioral and academic data and share observations with educational teams
• Facilitate safe transitions between classrooms and school environments
• Support transportation and bus supervision as needed
• Participate in professional development, trainings, meetings, and additional duties as assigned

Education

• Required: High school diploma or GED
• Required: Must be at least 18 years of age

Licenses & Certifications

• Required: Successful completion of CPI training
• Required: Ability to complete fingerprinting and district clearance requirements

Skills

• Ability to follow direction from teachers, principals, and educational staff
• Strong communication skills in speaking, reading, and writing Standard English
• Ability to support students with behavioral, emotional, and developmental needs
• Emotional maturity and a compassionate, student-centered approach
• Ability to physically assist students, including lifting, standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and participating in physical interventions when necessary
• Willingness to complete required RCM training programs related to behavior management and classroom procedures

Per Diem / Temporary (Hourly) Roles

• Comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, and vision
• Company-paid Basic Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability for employees working 30+ hours/week
• Paid sick leave may be available based on hours worked and state laws
• Benefit offerings are subject to legal requirements, eligibility status, and work location
• Employees 21+ can participate in the 401(k) Savings Plan

About Us

RCM Healthcare Services works with professionals across schools, healthcare, and community-based settings nationwide. We support both contract and direct hire opportunities, connecting people early in their careers and experienced professionals to roles that align with their experience and preferences.

With more than 50 years of staffing experience, our team understands the environments you’re stepping into and what it takes to be successful in them. We stay closely involved from first conversation through placement, with consistent communication, a reliable point of contact, and follow-through at every step. We’re committed to caring for the professionals we work with and the communities they support, and offer competitive pay and benefits designed to support your well-being.

RCM Healthcare Services is Joint Commission certified, reflecting a commitment to quality, compliance, and a consistent experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation

RCM Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for or perform this role, please contact us and we will engage in an interactive process to support your needs.

$15.0 - $23.0/hourly Posted 3 days ago Less than 10 applies