Youth Behavioral Health Support

Damar Services, Inc. • Indianapolis, IN

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Damar is seeking individuals to work directly with children with intellectual and developmental disabilities and/or autism. The role provides care, supervision, encouragement, and behavioral support while helping clients develop positive social behaviors and reach their full potential. This is an on-site position in Indianapolis, Indiana. Starting pay is $15.25 per hour, with higher pay for experience and education. Shifts include first shift (7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.), second shift (3:00–11:30 p.m.), third shift (11:00 p.m.–7:30 a.m., rotating weekends), and a weekend shift (7:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday). An optional eight-hour Monday–Friday shift may be picked up. Preferred shifts may not be available when applying.

Damar is a mission-driven not-for-profit organization providing behavioral health and intellectual and developmental disability services. Its programs include ABA clinics, residential and group-home services, intensive behavioral interventions and diagnostic services, community-based support, and primary and outpatient behavioral healthcare. The position requires regular and acceptable attendance and the ability to perform essential functions satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. The work environment may involve clients displaying aggressive, self-injurious, sexually maladaptive, elopement, or other unpredictable behaviors.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years old to work in the Children's Residential program; applicants aged 18–20 are encouraged to apply for a Direct Support Technician role instead.
• Provide formal proof of a high school diploma or GED.
• For positions requiring driving, hold a valid Indiana driver's license and have a driving record meeting the eligibility requirements of Damar's insurance carrier.
• Have no 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.
• Be able to stand or sit for prolonged periods; occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds; operate office equipment including a computer keyboard; travel using private or commercial transportation; and communicate effectively.
• Recognize and respond appropriately to client behaviors, staff instructions, safety concerns, and emergencies.
• Maintain regular and acceptable attendance, excluding approved absences and periods of leave.

Responsibilities

• Effectively respond to and manage crisis situations.
• Consistently implement behavior management plans to reduce maladaptive behaviors.
• Promote and assist with the development of daily living, self-help, and social skills.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and healthy environment.
• Conduct and supervise recreational and life-enrichment activities.
• Complete required documentation daily in a professional manner.
• Provide care, supervision, encouragement, and behavioral support to children with intellectual and developmental disabilities and/or autism.

Benefits

• 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 $5,000 per year in tuition assistance.
• 401(k) plan participation.
• Damar-provided life insurance and additional voluntary options.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance options.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time off (PTO).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED