Director of Community Based Services

Damar Services, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Damar Advantage discounts

Tuition Assistance up to $3,000/year

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan Participation

Life Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Damar Services, Inc. in Indiana seeks a Director of Community Based Services to lead development, implementation and oversight of community-based programs. You will ensure compliance with governing standards and coordinate with PQI for quality audits.

The role requires advanced degrees and licensure preferences, with a commitment to quality outcomes and collaboration with stakeholders. Indiana driving may be required; pre-employment screenings apply.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, or other closely related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with children with challenging behaviors, developmental and/or emotional disabilities is desired.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience with supervisorial and/or quality assurance experience
• LCSW, LMFT, LMHC Licensure preferred
• 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 drug screen and physical
• Favorably meet and maintain Damar’s background screening

Responsibilities

• Stand or sit for prolonged periods and lift up to 50 lbs as needed.
• Recognize and respond appropriately to client behaviors and safety concerns.
• Attend mandatory staff meetings and participate in data collection to improve outcomes.
• Collaborate with PQI to ensure quality assurance audits for the community-based program.
• Maintain relationships with external stakeholders.
• Ensure timely completion of training, licensure items, and incident reporting.
• Ensure programing meets financial benchmarks.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Quality assurance experience

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, or related field

LCSW, LMFT, LMHC licensure preferred

Job description

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 Director of Community Based Services to join our team! The Director of Community Based Services is responsible for the development, implementation and oversight of Damar’s community-based services including program quality, audit, staffing and financial processes and outcomes. The Director ensures that all services provide adhere to appropriate governing body and referral source standards including, but not limited to, DCS, Medicaid and Commercial Insurance.

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

• Effectively communicates standards to team members for creation and modification of programing/procedures
• Assists with consultation and service to other clinical programs though Damar
• Will ensure the Community Based Programming is provided steady growth while maintaining a foundation of quality
• Performs documentation editing and formatting to meet state standards
• Attends mandatory staff meeting and other meetings as assigned
• Actively participates in and/or oversees date collection and the use of data to improve outcomes, practices and service delivery
• Works closely with Damar’s PQI department to ensure quality assurance audits of the community-based program occur
• Maintains positive and appropriate relationships with external stakeholders of Damar
• Completes and updates mandatory training and other licensure related items in a timely manner
• Completes incident reports, including reporting any suspected exploitation, abuse, or neglect of a client
• Continually reviews governing standards and produces timely and high-quality responses to RFPs and other appropriate service opportunities that meet the needs of Damar clients
• Ensures that the agency meets its quality improvement, evaluation and reporting requirements
• Maintains documentation that is accurate and legible
• Ensures programing meets financial benchmarks

What You Need To Be Considered

• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, or other closely related field
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with children with challenging behaviors, developmental and/or emotional disabilities is desired
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience with supervisorial and/or quality assurance experience
• LCSW, LMFT, LMHC Licensure preferred
• 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 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 [e-mail] . 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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