Damar’s ABA program begins with an evaluation that includes a full assessment of each child. Observation time, parent interviews, and the appropriate assessment tools are used to create an individualized treatment plan in order to meet the unique needs of your child with autism. Our services can include:
Intensive Behavioral Training
Social & Community Training
Speech & Occupational Therapy Services
Diagnostic Services
Community Integration
Here are just a few of the benefits you'll enjoy at Damar
Discretionary pay bonuses
Paid CEUs and BCBA renewal
Lower caseloads
Trauma Informed Care
Collaborative environment
Growth opportunities
Eligible for the Damar Advantage including discounts at Damar Health Services and Damar Pharmacy
Comprehensive training in verbal intervention and physical management techniques
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance options
Up to $3,000 per year in Tuition Assistance
Save for your retirement with our 401(k) Plan Participation
Take care of loved ones through our Damar provided Life Insurance and additional voluntary options
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance options
Paid Holidays to spend time with loved ones
Paid Time Off (PTO) for rest and renewal
Remarkable ways you will be making a difference
Demonstrates competency through performance checklists in all clinical and administrative areas
Responsible for providing 5% supervision to RBTs on assigned team
Completes RBT performance checklists as assigned
May be required to provide RBT continuing education or competency assessments
May be required to meet with caregivers before or after hours
Seeks the best use of materials, equipment, and staff to maximize efficiency and effectiveness
Effectively uses time management to manage caseload and work assignments
Provides ABA program management to clients in a clinic, home, school, and/or community setting
Uses the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis and current research to make decisions
Remains knowledgeable of each assigned client’s ABA program and its progress and adjusts the treatment plan when sufficient progress has been made or a lack of progress is seen
Follows the direction of the Program Director regarding each client’s profile
Reviews client assessments, treatment plans, behavior plans, and other protocols at a minimum of every 6 months and makes revisions as needed
Actively participates in and/or oversees data collection and the use of data to improve outcomes, practices, and service delivery
Provides immediate feedback to ABA therapists following observation and completion of performance checklists
Remains available and approachable to ABA therapists for questions, concerns, or ideas regarding client programming or behavior intervention
Maintains a caseload of 30 hours per week
Maintains high authorization utilization of assigned caseload
May provide direct therapy to children in a clinic, home, school, and/or community setting
Responds to a crisis appropriately and assists others as necessary
What you need to be considered
Master’s Degree and BCBA
Minimum 2 years’ previous experience with autism spectrum disorders required with a minimum of 18 months of autism experience in an ABA setting
Minimum 1 year experience as a BCBA
Indiana Behavior Analyst License
Ability to pass and maintain Critical Moments Training (CMT) Certification
Ability to pass and maintain CPR Certification
Minimum age of 18 per licensure requirements
Valid Indiana driver’s license and driving record that meets eligibility requirements of Damar’s insurance carrier (for all positions requiring driving)
Be clear of any felony convictions, substantiated charges of neglect or other disqualifying criminal convictions
Successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen and physical
Favorably meet and maintain Damar’s background screening
Essential Job Functions
The essential functions of this position require the physical ability and mobility needed to perform the job. This includes the ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods; occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 50 lbs.; operate office equipment, including a computer keyboard; travel to other locations using private or commercial transportation; and communicate effectively to exchange information.
The position also requires the ability to recognize and respond appropriately to client behaviors, staff instructions, safety concerns, and emergencies in an environment where individuals may display aggressive, self-injurious, sexually maladaptive, elopement, or other unpredictable behaviors.
Regular and acceptable attendance, excluding approved absences and periods of leave, is also an essential function of the position.
Each essential function must be performed satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Damar is committed to providing an accessible and inclusive experience for all applicants. If you need a reasonable accommodation to access our job opportunities, complete an application, or participate in any part of the recruiting process, please contact Damar Human Resources at DamarHumanResources@damar.org. Requesting a reasonable accommodation will not adversely affect your consideration for employment.
Damar Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Damar makes equal employment opportunities available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, including hearing- or vision-related disabilities, citizenship status, military or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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