ABA Autism Services by Damar combines the long-term experience and expertise of Damar with cutting-edge Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) approaches to offer a solution to families facing the challenges of raising a child with autism. While many nonprofit and for-profit businesses offer ABA services, only ABA Autism Services by Damar can back its services with the experience and expertise of an organization that has been serving people with developmental challenges and autism for more than 50 years.
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
Develops and implements standards-based IEPs and daily and weekly lesson plans
Teaches students to acquire academic, self-help, daily living, and social skills, as stated in the standards-basedIEP
Works with students, professionals, paraprofessional staff, families, and community partners to ensureappropriate educational habilitation services
Serves as a resource by tutoring students in academic subjects, as identified in the standards-based IEP
Actively participates in required training, continuing education, professional development activities, and otherlicensure related items to maintain competency and support organizational goals
Participates in programs designed to aid in the habilitation and training/treatment of the students
Performs varied services including instructional, clerical, supervisory, housekeeping, and behavioral managementduties as they relate to the school day
Completes reports on the standards-based IEP goals, skills, and classroom performance of each student
Conducts and supervises recreational and life enrichment activities as they relate to the school day
Observes, records, and reports the condition and behavior of the students, including maintaining daily records ofevents during the school day, particularly those in the standards-based IEP
Directs support staff and RBTs within the classroom to ensure safe environment conducive to learning
Consistently implements behavior management plans to reduce clients’ maladaptive behaviors and promoteappropriate social behaviors
Shows initiative by identifying solutions to work towards improving stakeholder satisfaction
Updates Student Information System daily for attendance, class planning, communication, and record keeping
Completes incident reports, including reporting any suspected exploitation, abuse or neglect of a student or client
Demonstrates competency through performance checklists in all clinical and administrative areas
Provides required 5% supervision to RBTs in the classroom, RBT performance checklists as assigned, and mayfacilitate continuing education or competency assessments
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 school 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 planwhen sufficient progress has been made or a lack of progress is seen
Follows the direction of the Program Director regarding each client’s profile
What you need to be considered
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required; Master’s degree preferred
BCBA or BCaBA certification required
Experience in special education and/or Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) preferred
Knowledge of education law and standards-based Individual Education Planning preferred
Valid Indiana Special Education Teaching License required, or current enrollment in an approved Indiana Alternative Licensure or Transition to Teaching program leading to Special Education licensure.
Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) or Licensed Assistant Behavior Analyst (LABA) in the State of Indiana required
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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