Behavior Consultant

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. Damar is looking for a talented and motivated Behavior Management Level II Provider (also referred to as a Behavior Consultant) to join our team. This position works with children and adults out in the community and offers a flexible schedule with the option to do some work remote.

Here are just a few of the benefits you'll enjoy at Damar:

• Mileage reimbursement 
• Receive world-class training of verbal intervention & physical management techniques
• Enjoy the opportunity to work with our vast population and programs/services
• 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:

• Attends mandatory staff meeting and other meetings as assigned
• Attends psychotropic medication appointments with clients and families/staff members (if applicable)
• Responsible to the respective Level I (HSPP) provider
• Meets face-to-face at least monthly with Level I provider
• Provides comprehensive functional assessment of behavior for each client served
• Provides training for staff regarding behavior management plans/approaches
• Implements, coordinates, monitors, documents, evaluate, and revise behavior programs as approved by the Level I provider
• Provides crisis intervention as necessary
• Interacts with clients to demonstrate respect, acknowledgment of rights, and dignity at all times
• Keeps abreast of current treatment technology, literature, practices, and regulations
• Takes pride and ownership in Damar’s facilities and assigned work areas
• Seeks the best use of materials, equipment and staff to maximize efficiency and effectiveness
• Acts as a good steward of Damar and/or client finances

What you need to be considered:

• Master’s degree in clinical psychology, school psychology, counseling, social work, special education, or another applied health service area of psychology
• Directly relevant applied experience in the implementation of behavioral interventions and working with individuals with intellectual difficulties     
• License eligibility preferred
• Ability to pass and maintain Critical Moments Training (CMT) Certification
• Ability to pass and maintain CPR Certification
• 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 physical
• Favorably meet and maintain Damar’s background screening

Essential Job Functions:

Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight (up to 35lbs); to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; to travel to other locations using various modes of private and commercial transportation; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction.

Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

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