Paraprofessional

Employees at Damar arent just part of a workforce theyre part of a mission-driven team making a real difference in peoples 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 inspired to make an impact every day.Itsno surprise Damar has been recognized as a Top Workplace for several years!

Ready to make a real difference
Join us in empowering students with intellectual and developmental disabilities and autism. Damar is looking for compassionate dedicated individuals to join our team asBehaviorSupport. Whetheryoureexperienced or just starting your careerwellprovide the training and support you need to succeed. All you need is a passion for helping otherswelltake care of the rest with our world-class training program.

What is Behavior Support

As a Behavior Supportyoullworkone-on-one with the same student throughout the entire school year building meaningful relationships and helping them grow academically socially and behaviorally. This consistency allows you to truly make a lasting impact while becoming an important part of your students success.

This roleis responsible forperforming a variety of para-professional tasks related to the care and support of students served by Damar. Essential duties are performedin accordance withDamars Strategic Plan licensure requirements and Department of Education (DOE) guidelines.

What makes this role unique

• Enjoy a school-year schedulewith daytime hours that support a healthy work-life balance.

• Work 1:1 with the same student all year allowing you to build trust consistency and lasting connections.

• Be part of the same classroom and school community every dayno traveling between locations.

• Work in a structured school environment thatoperateslike a traditional public school complete with classrooms teachers and school activities.

• Participate in field trips and special school events creating memorable experiences while supporting your students learning beyond the classroom.

What would I be doing

As a Behavior Support Professionalyoull:

• Provide one-on-one support and supervision for your assigned student.

• Assistwith behavior management and crisis intervention when needed.

• Encourage positive social interactions andappropriate behaviors.

• Support your students academic social and emotional development.

• Help students reach their fullest potential in a safe supportive learning environment.

Where would I work with clients

This position islocatedatDamar Academy
6067 Decatur Blvd.
Indianapolis IN 46241

What are the hours

• 1st shift (8am-4pm)

Enjoy a predictable MondayFriday school schedule with evenings weekends and schoolbreaks off.

Start Date:JulyAugust

Here are just a few of the benefits youll enjoy at Damar:

• Starting pay: $15.25 an hour!
• 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 $3000 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:

• Effectively respond to and manage crisis situations
• Consistently implement behavior management plans to reduce maladaptive behaviors
• Promote and assist with the development of daily living self-help and social skills
• Assist in maintaining a safe and healthy environment
• Conduct and supervise recreational and life enrichment activities
• Complete required documentation daily in a professional manner

What you need to be considered:

• Be at least 21 to work in our Childrens Residential program however we have Direct Support Professional roles for those between 18-21 so we encourage you to apply for the Direct Support Technician role if you are not 21 or over
• Be able to provide formal proof of a high school diploma or GED
• Valid Indiana drivers license and driving record that meets eligibility requirements of Damars 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 Damars 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 . 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.