Clinical Director BCBA

Location: East Chicago, Indiana

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 Behavioral Analysts and BCaBAs to join our highly skilled team for full-time opportunities at our main residential setting on the Southwest side of Indianapolis where we provide services. The Intensive Autism Supervisor is responsible for completion of treatment plan development and implementation, data collection, and behavioral intervention in individual treatment of Damar clients. The Intensive Autism Supervisor assists the treatment team and other members as designated, in the creation of behavior intervention plans and is responsible for maintaining documentation of all services provided. The Intensive Autism Supervisor is responsible for completion of treatment plan development and implementation, data collection, and behavioral intervention in individual treatment of intensive autism services. Assists the treatment team and other members as designated, in the creation of behavior intervention plans. Responsible for maintaining documentation of all services provided.

Our Residential Intensive Autism Services 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 each specific child. A comphrensive assessment will be completed and will include the following:

• Medical review of systems
• Comprehensive evaulation of cognitive, academic, psychological, and social functioning
• Specialized ongoing assessments
• Educational assessment
• Assessment of family support

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:

• Serves as a member of Damar’s interdisciplinary team
• Provides direct therapy when needed
• Provides client specific training
• Remains available and approachable to Intensive Autism Technicians for questions, concerns, or ideas regarding client programming or behavior interventions
• Takes pride and ownership in Damar’s facilities and assigned work areas
• Ensures the Agency meets its quality improvement, evaluation, and reporting requirements
• Utilizes data collection in relation to driving and tracking outcomes and achieving Agency initiatives and goals
• Uses data to determine appropriate client discharge criteria and long-term goals
• Properly practices the seven dimensions of ABA (Generality, Effective, Technological, Applied, Conceptually Systematic, Analytical, and Behavioral)
• Remains knowledgeable of available evidence-based assessments
• Conducts or orchestrates an assessment every six month for each assigned client
• Continually collects and reviews data to determine and confirm the function of maladaptive behavior

What you need to be considered:

• Bachelors Degree required. Master’s Degree preferred
• BCaBA or BCBA
• Minimum 2 years’ previous experience with autism spectrum disorders required with a minimum of 18 months of autism experience in an ABA setting
• 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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