Overview

The Behavior Data Specialist will organize and maintain data collection and statistical analysis systems for the program; assist with behavioral assessments and program implementation; assist with research activities and staff/parent training; assume Clinical Specialist I duties in the temporary absence of such staff.

Responsibilities

1. Collect and record data based on observable patient behavior.

2. Assist primary therapist in maintaining up-to-date graphs, summarizing and calculating data.

3. Actively participate in the implementation of baseline, treatment, parent training and generalization sessions.

4. Assist primary therapist in the preparation and clean-up of session-related activities (preparing patient, room, computers, recording equipment, etc.).

5. Assist with case-related duties such as protocol dissemination, protocol reviews, and staff/parent training.

6. Utilize safe and appropriate handling, management and guidance procedures when transporting or working with patients.

7. Provide direct patient care following the prescribed behavioral protocols.

8. Assume primary therapist responsibilities in the temporary absence of the primary therapist.

Qualifications

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, education or allied discipline is required.

• Special exception to this requirement may be given under narrow circumstances in which a candidate has very specific and significant training, experience and knowledge of applied behavioral analysis and implementing behavioral protocols with pediatric patients.

EXPERIENCE:

• Previous experience in the implementation of behavioral assessment/treatment programs with the developmentally disabled population is highly preferred.

Benefits

Kennedy Krieger Institute offers excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401K with match, tuition reimbursement, free parking and childcare subsidies! In addition, we offer rich professional development opportunities.

We require full COVID vaccination or documentation of medical and/or religious exemption(s) approval for this job as we are a healthcare institution committed to putting health and safety first for our patients, students, employees, and the communities we serve.

EOE/M/F/D/V

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Vacancy ID 10621

Pos. Category Behavioral Health/Neurobehavioral Unit

Job Location : Street 707 N Broadway

# of Hours 40.00

Job Locations US-MD-Baltimore

Pos. Type Regular Full Time

Department : Name Behav Psych - Neurobehavioral Unit Outpatient

Equal Opportunity Provider & Employer M/F/Disability/ProtectedVet