ABA Learning and Development Director

careers-damar; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Damar Advantage

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Tuition assistance up to $3,000/year

401(k) plan with company match

Life insurance and disability coverage

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Damar seeks a Learning and Development Director to lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of staff learning initiatives within our ABA program. You will oversee onboarding, training, leadership development, and continuous learning to ensure high-quality services.

This role collaborates with the Director of ABA Services to align programs with BACB standards and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s in ABA or related field, BCBA certification, and several years

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required in ABA or related field.
• BCBA certification required.
• Experience leading ABA Learning and Development programs.
• Experience supervising RBTs, BCBAs, and BCBA candidates/students.
• Indiana Behavior Analyst licensure required.
• Experience with Practical Functional Assessment (PFA) and Skills-Based Treatment (SBT) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, implementation, and evaluation of ABA learning and development initiatives.
• Oversee onboarding, training, leadership development, and continuous learning for ABA staff.
• Ensure learning initiatives align with BACB standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with Director of ABA Services to develop department-wide learning strategies.
• Provide coaching, feedback, and performance evaluations to Learning and Development Specialists.
• Maintain certifications and oversee adherence to training requirements for ABA staff.

Skills

ABA Leadership

BCBA supervision

Staff development

Performance management

Training delivery

Education

Master’s degree in ABA or related field

BCBA certification

Doctorate with BCBA-D (preferred)

Indiana licensure for Behavior Analyst

Tools

BST methods

PFA and SBT knowledge

Job description

Location: 100% onsite in the Indianapolis, IN area

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. We are currently seeking a Learning and Development Director to join our highly skilled ABA team. The ABA Learning and Development Director is responsible for leading the design, implementation, and evaluation of learning and professional development initiatives that strengthen staff competency and drive high-quality client outcomes. In collaboration with the Director of ABA Services, this role oversees onboarding, training, leadership development, and continuous learning programs to ensure the delivery of effective, evidence-based ABA services. The Director ensures all learning initiatives align with organizational values, quality improvement goals, BACB standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.

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:

• 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:

• Assists in the development and execution of goals and initiatives for the ABA Learning and Development team
• Directs and manages the Learning and Development Specialists, including recruitment, onboarding, training, coaching, mentoring, performance evaluations, and performance management
• Conducts regular individual and team meetings to provide feedback, establish expectations, and support employee development
• Ensures consistent learning experiences and training practices across all ABA service locations
• Fosters a positive, collaborative, and supportive work environment that promotes professional growth, accountability, and high-quality client outcomes
• Collaborate with the Director of ABA Services to develop department-wide learning strategies, quality improvement initiatives, and workforce development plans that support organizational goals and high-quality client outcomes
• Designs, implements, evaluates, and maintains onboarding, training, and professional development programs that promote clinical excellence, staff competency, and adherence to evidence-based ABA practices and adult learning principles
• Conducts Training Needs Analyses (TNA) to identify competency gaps, learning objectives, and professional development opportunities
• Facilitates learning experiences for internal and external stakeholders and assists in providing agency-wide training on clinical topics, best practices, and areas of expertise
• Provides ongoing clinical support, coaching, and professional development opportunities to Behavior Analysts and other ABA team members
• Utilizes Behavioral Skills Training (BST) and other evidence-based instructional strategies throughout training activities
• Ensures completion and documentation of required onboarding, credentialing, licensure, certification, and mandatory training requirements for ABA staff
• Maintains all requirements necessary to serve as a Certified Medication Technician (CMT) Instructor; obtain and maintain CPR Instructor certification as required
• Maintains BCBA certification and licensure requirements
• Monitors and supports compliance with BACB standards, including RBT credentialing, supervision requirements, ethics standards, and ACE Provider requirements

What you need to be considered:

• Master’s degree and BCBA or Doctorate Degree with BCBA-D
• Must have BCBA certification
• Minimum of three years of experience in the ABA field required with at least two years as a BCBA required
• Experience training RBTs, BCBAs and BCBA candidates/students required
• Minumum of two years of experience in learning and development preferred
• Current BCBA or BCBA-D certification required
• Current Indiana Behavior Analyst licensure required
• RBT Supervisor 8-hour Supervision Training
• Formal training and/or demonstrated experience implementing Practical Functional Assessment (PFA) and Skills-Based Treatment (SBT) methodologies preferred
• Must have or be able to obtain Critical Moment Training (CMT) Trainer Certification
• Must have or be able to obtain 1st Aid/CPR Trainer Certification
• Minimum age of 18 per licensure requirements
• Must meet and maintain background screening requirements for all Damar Programs as detailed in policy 1.HR.02
• Pre-Employment and Employee Background Checks
• Valid Indiana driver’s license and driving record that meets eligibility requirements of Damar’s insurance carrier (for all positions requiring driving)
• Successful completion of pre-employment physical required

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