Psychometrist

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 Psychometrist to join our team. The Psychometrist, under clinical supervision of a licensed psychologist, neuropsychologist, or other appropriately qualified behavioral health care provider is responsible for direct client and family work by routine administering, scoring, and compiling results of a full comprehensive evaluation.

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 ways you will be making a difference:

• Combine and evaluate info gathered from observation, collateral documentation, and interview  
• Establishes rapport and maintains flexibility when interacting with clients  
• Assist and participates with evaluation clinics  
• Initiate gathering of collateral documentation by requesting, receiving and organizing previous mental health, medical, education and other records to be used in the overall assessment of the client and evaluation  
• May be responsible for helping provide education to staff members  
• Provide crisis intervention and crisis consultation as necessary  
• Ensures that all testing supplies are available. Orders more supplies as needed to maintain adequate supply  
• Works to obtain CSAYP or maintains CSAYP and knowledge of risk assessment tools for sexual behavior problems in youth  
• Prioritizes duties in a manner consistent with organizational objectives and growth  
• 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  
• Serves as a member of Damar's interdisciplinary team, responsible for development, implementation and evaluation of services  
• Shows initiative by identifying solutions to work towards improving stakeholder satisfaction  
• Complete thorough and concise case management history  
• Ensures youth and families receive regular, timely and comprehensive evaluations that include cultural and linguistic preferences such as language, spiritual affiliation, dietary and dress requirements, gender roles and other cultural variables that may impact treatment and services  
• Keeps abreast of current treatment technology, literature, practices and regulations, and assures that Damar’s clinical services meet best practice standards  
• Interacts professionally with parents, school and medical personnel, and coordinates clinical services between Damar, school, clinics, and family as warranted  
• Respects the culture, diversity and rights of all clients, their families and the community  
• Performs other duties as assigned  

What you need to be considered:

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work or related field from an accredited institution with completion of coursework relevant to position (e.g., psychological assessment, clinical psychology, statistics, neuroscience) required
• Master's degree preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of directly relevant applied experience in the treatment of individuals with developmental disabilities who have emotional or behavioral issues is required
• 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 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 [email protected]. 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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