Behavioral Health Diagnostic Associate

Behavioral Health Diagnostic Associate

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 and motivated Behavioral Health Diagnostic Associate. The Behavioral Health Diagnostic Associate will perform a variety of duties related to skills building groups and crisis intervention. The incumbent is responsible for providing individual, group support, crisis intervention, as well as other support services to assigned clients. Additionally, the Behavioral Health Diagnostic Associate will assist the treatment team, including the Director Behavioral Health Services, Behavioral Health Stabilization Manager, Stabilization and Treatment team, Outpatient team, and other members as designated, in the evaluation of clinical services.

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:

• Provides crisis intervention for identified clients
• Provides group support for identified clients
• Ensures that consistent behavioral-based treatment occurs for clients
• Participates in clinical staffing for clients in the Outpatient Clinic
• Keep abreast of current treatment technology, literature, practices, and regulations
• Takes pride and ownership in Damar's facilities and assigned work areas
• Actively participates in and/or oversees data collection and the use of data to improve outcomes, practices and service delivery
• Seeks the best use of materials, equipment and staff to maximize efficiency and effectiveness
• Acts as a good steward of Damar and/or client finances
• Shows initiative by identifying solutions to work towards improving stakeholder satisfaction
• Prioritizes duties in a manner consistent with organizational objectives and growth
• Maintains neat, chronological records of clinical documentation with clients
• Attends meetings, conferences, and workshops as recommended by the GSCI Manager
• Achieves required productivity standards

What you need to be considered:

• Master's degree required preferably in social work, psychology, counseling or applicable discipline
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with children with challenging behaviors, developmental and/or emotional disabilities is desired
• 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 View email address on click.appcast.io. 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.