Caregiver Training Coordinator

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 Caregiver Training Coordinators to join our team at our Ameriplex, Avon, and Fall Creek clinics. The Caregiver Training Coordinator is responsible for providing direct training to families or caregivers. The Caregiver Training Coordinator will be responsible for implementing caregiver training for active client families and waitlist client families and must use measurement system to determine its effectiveness. He/she may commute between all Damar ABA locations.

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

• 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:

• Designs, plans, and implements a caregiver training curriculum to ensure foundational knowledge of ABA
• Provides client/family specific caregiver training
• Conducts group training sessions for caregivers via telehealth and in person
• Offers in home caregiver training sessions that improves the family’s quality of life
• Notifies necessary parties of changes to scheduled appointments in a timely fashion
• Consistently submits billing and all documentation in a timely fashion 
• Establish, trust and rapport and maintain positive relationships
• Prioritized duties in a manner consistent with organizational objectives and growth
• Represents Damar in the highest standard when in and out of its physical locations
• Demonstrates understanding of Behavior Skills Training and utilizes its principals regularly
• Utilizes data collection in relation to driving and tracking outcomes and achieving Damar ABA initiatives and goals
• Completes billing notes accurately and timely
• Respects the culture, diversity and rights of all clients, their families, and the community
• Demonstrates understanding of the challenges families face when parenting a child with a disability therefore treats caregivers with respect and understanding

What you need to be considered:

• Master’s degree required
• Must have BCBA certification
• RBT Supervisor 8-hour Supervision Training
• 2-4 years of professional experience in training, education, or mentoring preferred
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
• Familiarity with providing training to individuals across a wide range of educational backgrounds
• Must have or be able to obtain Critical Moment Training (CMT) Trainer Certification
• Must have or be able to obtain 1st Aid/CPR Trainer 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 [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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