Kennedy Krieger Institute·California, Maryland
The Behavior Associate supports classroom and clinical staff by implementing crisis management strategies and behavioral intervention plans. They are responsible for documenting student progress, assisting with functional behavioral assessments, and maintaining a safe, orderly environment.
Overview The Behavior Associate will support Classroom, Behavioral Services, and Mental Health/Clinical Staff.
This includes the training and implementation of crisis management strategies, which reflect knowledge of the range of disabilities treated in the school.
Additionally, the incumbent assists the Behavioral Services Case Managers with the implementation and documentation of behavioral supports, including Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs), Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), and school-wide positive behavioral supports and interventions in concert with teaching staff and the members of the Mental Health team.
Southern Maryland Campus of Kennedy Krieger School Program s serves students in grades K-8 who are working toward a high school diploma and students aged 5-21 who are seeking a certificate of completion.
We are a nonpublic special education day program.
We operate on an 11-month program schedule.
Provide programmatic classroom coverage as needed and assigned by their supervisor. Respond to behavioral crises as part of school-wide crisis management procedures. Implement behavioral goals and objectives for individual students as stated in the Individualized Education Plan (IEP). Implement appropriate behavior management strategies and protocols for students. Use appropriate documentation materials and maintain appropriate records on students. Assist school staff with proper and accurate documentation including through the school incident reporting system. Provide support and oversight in the school’s resource areas including through behavioral supports, documentation, and ensuring that Kennedy Krieger school program policies and procedures are maintained at all times. Maintain a safe and orderly environment in the resource areas. Assist Behavioral Services Case Managers in classrooms with functional behavioral assessments (FBA), behavior intervention plan (BIP) conception, implementation (including coordinating acquisition or development of materials necessary to implement protocols), and maintenance. Assist Behavioral Services Case Managers with writing reports, graphing data, and providing documentation of FBAs and BIPs. Review the collection of data for evaluation of effective classroom practice. Assist with the collection and review of necessary documentation for Therapeutic Behavioral Aide billing. Provide Behavioral Services Case Managers and Administration with summarized program data as requested. Maintain communication with the clinical department and administrators regarding all issues pertaining to students on caseload. Assist Behavioral Services Case Managers and Supervisors with behavior and crisis management training and in-service training.
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. Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification preferred. EDUCATION: High school diploma or GED required. Associate’s degree in education, special education, or related area preferred. EXPERIENCE: Minimum one year of experience working with children with developmental disabilities is required. Minimum pay range USD $16.44/Hr. Maximum pay range USD $26.13/Hr.
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, with an associate's degree preferred, and at least one year of experience working with children with developmental disabilities. Professional Crisis Management (PCM) and CPR certifications are required, while Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification is preferred.
Market context
Behavior Associate roles in Maryland are often tied to steady demand in schools and care settings serving children with developmental disabilities. Competition can be stronger for candidates who already hold PCM, CPR, and RBT credentials, since those requirements signal readiness for direct support work. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your experience with children and your certification status before applying.