Behavior Data Specialist (Pediatric Feeding Disorders)-$2,500 Hiring Incentive

at  Kennedy Krieger Institute

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.
This is an entry-level position. Perfect for college graduates interested in working with children! All training is provided.

Responsibilities:

• Collect and record data based on observable patient behavior.
• Assist primary therapist in in maintaining up-to-date graphs in accordance with direction by case leadership, including but not limited to, 1) summarizing, 2) calculating, and 3) analyzing data.
• Actively participate in sessions in accordance with protocols established by case leadership including but not limited to, 1) the implementation of baseline, 2) treatment, 3) parent training and 4) generalization
• Assist primary therapist in the preparation and clean-up of session-related activities (preparing patient, room, computers, recording equipment, ).
• Assist with case-related duties such as protocol dissemination, protocol reviews, and staff/parent
• Utilize safe and appropriate handling, management and guidance procedures when transporting or working with
• Provide direct patient care following the prescribed behavioral protocols.
• Assume primary therapist responsibilities in the temporary absence of the primary

Qualifications:

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, education or allied discipline is
• Two or more years of college level course work and one previous year of experience implementing behavioral protocols may be considered in place of a Bachelor’s

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.

• Collect and record data based on observable patient behavior.
• Assist primary therapist in in maintaining up-to-date graphs in accordance with direction by case leadership, including but not limited to, 1) summarizing, 2) calculating, and 3) analyzing data.
• Actively participate in sessions in accordance with protocols established by case leadership including but not limited to, 1) the implementation of baseline, 2) treatment, 3) parent training and 4) generalization
• Assist primary therapist in the preparation and clean-up of session-related activities (preparing patient, room, computers, recording equipment, ).
• Assist with case-related duties such as protocol dissemination, protocol reviews, and staff/parent
• Utilize safe and appropriate handling, management and guidance procedures when transporting or working with
• Provide direct patient care following the prescribed behavioral protocols.
• Assume primary therapist responsibilities in the temporary absence of the primar