Psychometrist

Psychometrist Opportunity

Location: Richmond, Indiana

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 as one of Indiana's largest not-for-profit organizations and a leading provider of behavioral health and intellectual and developmental disability (I/DD) services. We serve more than 1,500 individuals each day through a broad range of programs, including:

• Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) clinics
• Residential and group home services for children and adults
• Intensive behavioral interventions and diagnostic services
• Community-based support for child welfare and juvenile justice-involved families
• Primary and outpatient behavioral healthcare

Driven by our belief that quality care should be accessible to all, Damar launched Damar Health Services to bring innovative, effective healthcare to underserved communities.

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 impact? Join us in delivering compassionate, high-quality healthcare to individuals and families in our community. Damar is currently seeking a Psychometrist. The Psychometrist, under clinical supervision of a licensed psychologist, neuropsychologist, or other appropriately qualified behavioral health care provider is responsible for direct patient and family work by routine administering, scoring, and compiling results of a full comprehensive evaluation.

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:

• Administers and scores a range of neuropsychological and psychological tests (pediatric and adult batteries)
• Adheres to standardize testing procedures
• Adapts the administration of the tests to the specific needs of each patient while maintaining standardized procedures set forth for each test
• Manages behavioral and motivation issues that may arise in the context of the assessment
• Completes all scoring in a timely manner
• Ensures accuracy of scored tests
• Uses computerized test administration and scoring programs
• Ensures confidentiality of test results and recommendations; maintain security of testing materials
• Provides a written summary of relevant behavioral observation to the supervising licensed psychologist, neuropsychologist, or other appropriately qualified behavioral health care provider
• Serves as a member of Damar's interdisciplinary team
• Seeks the best use of materials, equipment and staff to maximize efficiency and effectiveness
• Prioritizes duties in a manner consistent with organizational objectives and growth
• Shows initiative by identifying solutions to work towards improving stakeholder satisfaction
• Keeps abreast of current assessment practices, testing methodologies, literature, and applicable regulations to support the delivery of high-quality clinical services
• Acts as a good steward of Damar and/or client finances
• Interacts professionally with parents, school and medical personnel, and coordinates clinical services between Damar, school, clinics, and family as warranted
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What you need to be considered:

• Must meet one of the following:
• Bachelor's degree in psychology or related field from an accredited college or university required with 3 years of experience administering standardized evaluative tests
• Master's degree in psychology or related field from an accredited college or university preferred with 1 year of experience administering standardized evaluative tests
• Certified Specialist in Psychometry (CSP) preferred
• Ability to pass and maintain Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) 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 physical
• Favorably meet and maintain Damar's background screening