Support Services 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. Damar is looking for a talented, motivated, and detail oriented Support Services Coordinator to be responsible for performing a variety of para-professional tasks related to the care of individuals served by Damar. This includes participation in activities that promote the development of appropriate daily living, self-help, and social skills of clients. Job responsibilities include the performance of duties related to the physical health and well-being of each resident served.

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:

• Assisting families with selecting an independent contractor to provide services as defined by the NOA
• Monitoring independent contractor hours to ensure service match the family’s needs and do not exceed the NOA
• Reviewing contractor invoices and processing for payment
• Evaluating contracted services to ensure independent contractor is fulfilling contract terms and complying with regulatory guidelines
• Ensuring ISP/BSPs of assigned clients are implemented
• Notifying appropriate management and regulatory agencies of incidents within the required timeframes as determined by regulatory agencies and/or Damar policies
• Monitoring client’s finances and ensuring expenses are paid in a timely manner, if required
• Conducting bi-weekly assessments to ensure client and family satisfaction
• Auditing client files on a monthly basis or more frequently as needed
• Assisting staff and clients in maintaining a safe, healthy and clean-living environment, as needed
• Effectively responding to and managing crisis situations, which may include client physical aggression, utilizing prescribed verbal intervention or physical management techniques

What you need to be considered:

• Meet one of the following:
  • High School Diploma/GED combined with four years of full-time experience working with neuropsychiatric or behavioral challenges and/or individuals identifying with the DD/ID population
  • Associate’s degree or 48 completed credit hours combined with two years of full-time experience working with neuropsychiatric or behavioral challenges and/or individuals identifying with the DD/ID population
  • Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
• Be at least 18 to work in our Community Living and Support Services program and at least 21 to work in our Children's Residential program
• 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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