Direct Support Technician -12hr Shift!

Damar Services, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Damar Services, Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Technician (12hr shift) to provide care for children with disabilities. This full-time role takes place at our Children's Residential campus in Indianapolis, where remarkable employees assist clients in overcoming developmental and behavioral challenges. Training will be provided, and competitive benefits include tuition assistance and health insurance options.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance options

Tuition Assistance up to $3,000 a year

401(k) Plan Participation

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Life Insurance and Disability Insurance options

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Be at least 21 for Children's Residential program, otherwise apply if 18 or older.
• Provide proof of high school diploma or GED.
• Complete pre-employment drug screen and physical.

Responsibilities

• Client supervision and care including crisis management.
• Promote appropriate social behaviors.
• Assist clients in achieving their maximum potential.

Skills

Passion for helping others

Crisis management

Client supervision

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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At Damar, our people are remarkable! Our staff are dedicated to serving our clients to achieve remarkable results. We are a diverse team of people with a wide range of skills and experiences interested in careers that matter. We provide a place where you can fulfill your career ambitions. With competitive benefits, a culture of compassion, belonging, acceptance, innovation and fun, Damar offers you the opportunity to do remarkable work!

Do you have a passion for working with kids with disabilities? Do you think you have what it takes to help improve the lives of children fa cing life’s greatest developmental and behavioral challenges? Damar is looking for passionate people with or without experience as a Direct Support Professional. For those of you with experience, you already know how rewarding it can be.....for those of you with no experience, you don’t need experience, only a passion for helping others. Our world-class training will prepare you for the job! Come be a part of a 2022 Top Workplace!

What is a Direct Support Professional?

A Direct Support Professional performs a variety of tasks related to the care of clients served by Damar.

What would I be doing?

Some duties include client supervision and care, crisis management, promoting appropriate social behaviors, and supporting clients in achieving their maximum potential.

Where would I work with clients?

For this particular role, you could work on our Children's Residential campus located at 6067 Decatur Boulevard in Indianapolis or in one of our Adult Group Homes in the community.

What are the hours?

• Day Shift 7a-7:30p
• Night Shift 7p-7:30a
  
  

( * Preferred shift may not be available at time of application.)

Some of the ways we reward our remarkable Direct Support Professionals...

• Starting pay: $15.25 an hour! We pay for experience and education!
• Pay for school with up to $3,000 a year in Tuition Assistance
• Enjoy Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance options
• 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
• Protect your income through Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance options
• Enjoy eligible holidays at home while getting paid with our Paid Holiday plan
• Take paid time off for rest and relaxation with our PTO plan
• Receive world-class training of verbal intervention & physical management techniques
  
  

Remarkable way you will be making a difference...

• Effectively respond to and manage crisis situations
• Consistently implement behavior management plans to reduce maladaptive behaviors
• Promote and assist with the development of daily living, self-help and social skills
• Assist in maintaining a safe and healthy environment
• Conduct and supervise recreational and life enrichment activities
• Complete required documentation daily, in a professional manner
  
  

What You Need To Be Considered...

• Be at least 21 to work in our Children's Residential program however, we have other Direct Support Professional roles for those between 18-21 so we still encourage you to apply if you are not 21 or over .
• Be able to provide formal proof of a high school diploma or GED
• Successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen and physical
• Favorably meet and maintain Damar’s background screening
• Be clear of any felony convictions, substantiated charges of neglect or other disqualifying criminal offenses
  
  

Essential Job Functions

Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight (up to 35lbs); to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; to travel to other locations using various modes of private and commercial transportation; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction.

Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Mental Health Care

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