Behavior Intervention Assistant Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

Location: Indianapolis, IN

Employees at Damar aren't just part of a workforce - they're part of a mission-driven team making a real difference in people's lives.Since 1967, Damar has been recognized across Indiana as one of the largest not-for-profit organizations and a leading provider of behavioral health and intellectual and developmental disability (I/DD) services. We foster a united, purpose-driven culture where employees feel valued, supported, and motivated to give their best. It's no surprise Damar has been named a Top Workplace for several years!

Ready to make a real difference?Join us in empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities or autism. We are currently seeking Board Certified Assistant Behavioral Analysts (BCaBA) to join our highly skilled ABA team at our Ameriplex and Avon clinics. The Program Manager Assistant for ABA Services is responsible for completion of treatment plan development and implementation, data collection, and behavioral intervention in individual treatment of ABA clients with direct oversight by designated BCBA. Assists the treatment team and other members as designated, in the creation of behavior intervention plans. Responsible for maintaining documentation of all services provided.

ABA Autism Services by Damar combines the long-term experience and expertise of Damar Services 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 

• 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:

• Provides direct therapy when needed
• Provides client specific training
• Ensures RBTs are prepared for each therapy session
• Uses Behavior Skills Training (BST) to train, model, observe, etc
• Provides training for a minimum of two hours or 5% of hours worked for each assigned RBT
• Regularly reviews client data and graphs in Central Reach to make swift decisions and ensure client success is being made
• Ensures that each assigned client has an active (created or revised within three months) behavior intervention plan or has approval from the Program Director to be without a BIP
• Trains stakeholder in ABA techniques to be used for generalization or maintenance of learned skills
• Takes pride and ownership in Damar's facilities and assigned work areas
• Actively participates in and/or oversees data collection and the use of data to improve outcomes, practices, and service delivery
• Uses data to determine appropriate client discharge criteria and long-term goals
• Maintains prescribed level of productivity by remaining abreast of each client's authorized billing hours and codes
• Makes use of Damar ABA training standards when training and developing client programming
• Maintains due dates for reauthorization reports
• Meets with assigned Program Coordinator regularly
• Remains knowledgeable of available evidence-based assessments

What you need to be considered:

• Bachelor's Degree and BCaBA.
• Minimum 2 years' previous experience with autism spectrum disorders required with a minimum of 18 months of autism experience in an ABA setting.
• 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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Employment Type: FULL_TIME