Classroom Program Manager

Location: Indianapolis, IN

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 currently seeking a Classroom Program Manager to join our highly skilled ABA Program Manager team. The Classroom Program Manager is responsible for developing and overseeing individualized treatment and education plans while providing both clinical and instructional leadership for their assigned classroom and client caseload. This role includes supervising and supporting Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs), setting the tone for instruction, and implementing evidence-based practices using ABA curricula such as Language for Learning and the STAR Program. The Classroom Program Manager designs and participates in activities that promote student growth across academic, behavioral, communication, social, independence (self-help and daily living), and vocational domains in alignment with Individual Education Plans (IEPs). They regularly analyze student and client data to adjust treatment plans, instructional strategies, and training materials as needed. Additionally, they serve as a leader within the clinic and school setting by attending meetings, delivering feedback, facilitating staff training, and administering required state and classroom assessments, including IAM and ILEARN.

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:

• Discretionary pay bonuses

• Paid CEUs and BCBA renewal

• Lower caseloads

• 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:

• Develops and implements standards-based IEPs and daily and weekly lesson plans
• Teaches students to acquire academic, self-help, daily living, and social skills, as stated in the standards-basedIEP
• Works with students, professionals, paraprofessional staff, families, and community partners to ensureappropriate educational habilitation services
• Serves as a resource by tutoring students in academic subjects, as identified in the standards-based IEP
• Actively participates in required training, continuing education, professional development activities, and otherlicensure related items to maintain competency and support organizational goals
• Participates in programs designed to aid in the habilitation and training/treatment of the students
• Performs varied services including instructional, clerical, supervisory, housekeeping, and behavioral managementduties as they relate to the school day
• Completes reports on the standards-based IEP goals, skills, and classroom performance of each student
• Conducts and supervises recreational and life enrichment activities as they relate to the school day
• Observes, records, and reports the condition and behavior of the students, including maintaining daily records ofevents during the school day, particularly those in the standards-based IEP
• Directs support staff and RBTs within the classroom to ensure safe environment conducive to learning
• Consistently implements behavior management plans to reduce clients’ maladaptive behaviors and promoteappropriate social behaviors
• Shows initiative by identifying solutions to work towards improving stakeholder satisfaction
• Updates Student Information System daily for attendance, class planning, communication, and record keeping
• Completes incident reports, including reporting any suspected exploitation, abuse or neglect of a student or client
• Demonstrates competency through performance checklists in all clinical and administrative areas
• Provides required 5% supervision to RBTs in the classroom, RBT performance checklists as assigned, and mayfacilitate continuing education or competency assessments
• Seeks the best use of materials, equipment, and staff to maximize efficiency and effectiveness
• Effectively uses time management to manage caseload and work assignments
• Provides ABA program management to clients in a school setting
• Uses the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis and current research to make decisions
• Remains knowledgeable of each assigned client’s ABA program and its progress and adjusts the treatment planwhen sufficient progress has been made or a lack of progress is seen
• Follows the direction of the Program Director regarding each client’s profile

What you need to be considered:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required; Master’s degree preferred
• BCBA or BCaBA certification required
• Experience in special education and/or Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) preferred
• Knowledge of education law and standards-based Individual Education Planning preferred
• Valid Indiana Special Education Teaching License required, or current enrollment in an approved Indiana Alternative Licensure or Transition to Teaching program leading to Special Education licensure.
• Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) or Licensed Assistant Behavior Analyst (LABA) in the State of Indiana required
• 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.