Therapeutic Behavior Aide ($250) Sign-On Bonus)

Linwood Center; Ellicott City (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, and Dental coverage

401(k) with company contributions

Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays

Company-paid Life & Disability Insurn

Job summary

Linwood Center in Ellicott City, MD is seeking Therapeutic Behavior Aides who are patient, motivated, and ready to support students throughout their day.

This full-time role offers hands-on experience in education and behavior support, opportunities to implement IEPs, collaborate with teachers, and grow skills within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience working with individuals with autism preferred, but not required.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills expected.

Responsibilities

• Support students in the classroom and during daily activities.
• Help implement IEPs and behavior plans.
• Assist with academic tasks and engagement.
• Support students during transitions throughout the day.
• Collect basic academic and behavior data.
• Help students build daily living and social skills.
• Support vocational and community-based learning activities.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and the classroom team.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Patience

Flexibility

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Ellicott City, MD 21043

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $20.50 - $20.50 Hourly

Looking for a meaningful role where you can make an impact every day? Interested in working with students and gaining hands‑on experience in education and behavior support?

At Linwood Center, we’re looking for Therapeutic Behavior Aides who are patient, motivated, and ready to support students throughout their day. This is a great opportunity to grow your skills, be part of a supportive team, and make a real difference in students’ lives.

What You’ll Do

• Support students in the classroom and during daily activities
• Help implement IEPs and behavior plans
• Assist with academic tasks and engagement
• Support students during transitions throughout the day
• Collect basic academic and behavior data
• Help students build daily living and social skills
• Support vocational and community-based learning activities
• Work collaboratively with teachers and the classroom team

Training & Support

• We provide CPR certification
• We provide Professional Crisis Management (PCM) training
• Ongoing support and guidance from supervisors and teachers

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least 18 years old
• Experience working with individuals with autism preferred, but not required
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Patience, flexibility, and a willingness to learn

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental coverage
• 401(k) with company contributions
• Generous Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays
• Company-paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program

Eligibility to participate in Linwood’s Health, Vision, and Dental benefits program begins on the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Per company policy, some other company-sponsored benefits may have various eligibility dates.

The company benefits offering and employee contributions are determined annually and are subject to change.

Linwood Center is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.