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. The Behavior Consultant is responsible for providing direct behavior management consultation services to clients, staff members, and family members and/or caregivers.  These services include client observation, the development and documentation of specific behavior management plans, direct intervention with clients, education and training for staff and caregivers, provides crisis intervention, and service coordination, among others.  

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

• 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 way you will make a difference...

• Attends mandatory staff meetings and other meetings as assigned.
• Attends and participates in Child and Family Team meetings.
• Provides comprehensive functional assessment of behavior for each client served.
• Provides training for staff regarding behavior management plans/approaches.
• Implements, coordinates, monitors, documents, evaluates, and revises behavior programs.
• Provides crisis intervention as necessary.
• Interacts with clients to demonstrate respect, acknowledgment of rights, and dignity at all times.
• Provides case management services for the family if/when necessary.
• 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.
• Shows initiative by identifying solutions to work towards improving stakeholder satisfaction.
• Prioritizes duties in a manner consistent with organizational objectives and growth.
• Provides written documentation of behavior management service via monthly reports.
• Submits documentation (behavior plans, monthly notes, etc.) per DCS service standards policy.
• Maintains prescribed level of productivity.

What you need to be considered...

• Must meet one of the following:
  • Master’s degree in clinical psychology, school psychology, counseling, social work, special education, or another applied health service area of psychology.
  • Be a licensed marriage and family therapist licensed under IC 25-23.6
  • Be a licensed clinical social worker under IC 25-23.6
  • Be a licensed mental health counselor under IC 25-23.6
  • Have a master’s degree in a human services field and be able to demonstrate five (5) years of experience in devising, implementing, and monitoring behavior support plans
• 3 years of directly relevant applied experience in the implementation of behavioral interventions and working with individuals with intellectual difficulties preferred.
• Minimum age of 21 per licensure requirements.
• License eligibility preferred. 
• Ability to pass and maintain CPR Certification. 
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends.
• Valid Indiana driver’s license and driving record that meets eligibility requirements of Damar’s insurance carrier (for all positions requiring driving).
• Successful completion of pre-employment physical.
• Must meet and maintain background screening requirements for all Damar Programs as detailed in policy 1.HR.02 Pre-Employment and Employee Background Checks.

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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