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Kennedy Krieger Institute

Behavior Analyst (BCBA) (High School-Greenspring Campus)

Kennedy Krieger Institute, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276

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Behavior Analyst (BCBA) (High School-Greenspring Campus) Currently offering a $2,500 Hiring Incentive!

The

Behavior Analyst I

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, Director, Psychological and Behavioral Services, or Coordinator, 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.

As assigned, this position may also provide support and guidance to Therapeutic Behavioral Aide (TBA) staff and other Behavioral Services personnel, as well as fieldwork supervision to individuals seeking Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) supervision as indicated.

At the

Kennedy Krieger School Greenspring Campus High School , our mission is to empower students with diverse abilities to learn and develop lifelong skills while providing a safe and nurturing educational environment staffed by highly skilled, collaborative and dedicated professionals working in partnership with the home, workplace and community.

Our 11-month program focuses on building essential skills based on standards and curricula identified by the Maryland State Department of Education. In addition, instruction in art, music, physical education and fitness, health, life and social skills, career exploration and development and vocational skills round out the course of study.

We are a nonpublic special education day program approved by the Maryland State Department of Education.

Responsibilities

Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA), including data collection 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 IEP meetings.

Develop and update Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) for students on caseload, ensuring compliance with 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, monitoring 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 (PBIS) system.

Complete all necessary documentation of contacts with parents, transportation providers, and other agencies as required by school procedures.

Conduct in‑service trainings as needed and, when certified, conduct Professional Crisis Management (PCM) trainings.

Provide consultation to local school system transportation staff regarding behavior management on the bus when appropriate.

Under the supervision of the Manager, Behavioral Services, or Director of Psychological and Behavioral Services, provide direct support and guidance to Therapeutic Behavior Aide (TBA) staff.

Provide independent fieldwork supervision for individuals seeking BCBA certification, as assigned by the Manager or Director.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to restrain/hold/transport students during behavioral management.

Must be able to lift and carry students in braces and other adaptive equipment.

Must be able to kneel, bend, stoop, twist, run, and safely implement approved behavioral management techniques.

Must be able to lift, push, pull, or carry a minimum weight of 25 pounds.

Qualifications

Must possess and maintain certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst.

Must possess and maintain licensure in Maryland as a Licensed Behavior Analyst.

Must achieve, possess, and maintain certification in Professional Crisis Management (PCM) at the “Practitioner 2 level” within the timeline established by the department. External providers may be used if documentation is provided.

Must possess and maintain CPR certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Education Master’s degree in Psychology, Behavior Analysis, Education, or related field required.

Experience

Minimum two years of previous experience with children with developmental disabilities is required.

Experience with individuals with autism and/or behavioral challenges is preferred.

Compensation USD $42,352.00 per year; USD $91,497.00 per year.

Additional Information

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Health Care Provider

Industry: Hospitals and Health Care

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