School Behavior Specialist, Sheppard Pratt School - Cumberland, MD - Sheppard Pratt : Job Details

The Sheppard Pratt School in Cumberland is a nonpublic special education day school dedicated to providing year-round educational, vocational, and daily living services to students in grades K-12. Our focus lies in supporting students with emotional disabilities and autism, empowering them to succeed academically and beyond. We believe in fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment where every student's potential is recognized and celebrated. From vibrant artwork adorning our halls to meaningful interactions between staff and students, our school embodies a culture of warmth, connection, and growth. What to expect. You will assess, develop, and implement behavior support plans for students with developmental disabilities and behavioral challenges. Specific responsibilities include:

• Developing and implementing individualized intervention plans (BIPs).
• Conducting functional behavior assessments (FBAs) and ongoing assessments to monitor progress.
• Providing training and support to caregivers and staff on behavior management techniques and intervention strategies.
• Maintaining accurate documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements and best practices.

What you'll get from us. At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer:

• A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefits eligible positions
• 403b retirement match
• Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous mileage reimbursement program

The pay range for this position is $56,700.80 minimum to $87,568 maximum. Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, years and level of related experience. What we need from you.

• Master's degree in a related field of study.
• Two years of behavior assessment and management experience.
• For internal candidates: a bachelor's degree plus 4 years of relevant experience (2 of which must be within SPHS) would be considered a substitute for a master's degree.

WHY SHEPPARD PRATT? At Sheppard Pratt, we are more than just a workplace. We are a community of healthcare professionals who are dedicated to providing hope and healing to individual's facing life's challenges. Join us and be a part of a mission that changes lives!