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
Independent Living skills
Represents clients at doctor’s appointments and exchanges information effectively and accurately
Maintains service notes, contacts, data sheet creation and data collection
Plans and leads Program meetings
Develops Individualized Program Plans (IPPs) for each assigned client within 7 days admission and update it as needed
Collaborates with Residential Managers to ensure execution of unit programming
Leads and directs the implementation of IPPs by providing guidance and training to employees for assigned clients
Will be writing and updating monthly IPP to ensure they are ready by the 6th of every month
Review and sign MHA and update the addendum as needed
Will complete an ICAP assessment within 30 days of admission
Will complete Ansell Casey, for those who need it (20 days from admit and update annually)
Monitor the implementation and documentation of the IL goals
Complete the IL goals
Complete IL monthly reports
Ensure there Family engagement communication / efforts (weekly) per client in a caseload
Ensure there is Referral source communication (weekly) per client in a caseload
Will request and attend CFTM Quarterly or as needed
Represents clients in Court Reviews and IEP/Case Conferences by providing accurate information regarding the client’s treatment progress and areas of need
What you need to be considered
Must have at least one year of experience in treating DD/ID population or specialized training and meet one of the following:
Bachelor’s Degree in education from an accredited program.
Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in social work from an accredited program.
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in a human services field (other than social work) and at least three (3) years of experience under the supervision of a qualified social worker OR at least one year experience working directly with persons with DD/ID.
Registered Nurse
Therapeutic recreation specialist who is a graduate of an accredited program.
Master’s degree in psychology from an accredited program
Minimum age of 21 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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