ABA Therapist

Location: East Chicago, 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 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 currently seeking Intensive Autism Technicians to join our highly skilled team for full-time opportunities at our East Chicago (4840 Grasselli St) location.

The Intensive Autism Technician is responsible for providing direct services to children diagnosed with Autism, using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis. They are also responsible for participating in Behavior Skills Training and assiting during Practical Functional Assessments.

The Intensive Autism Technician is responsible for performing a variety of duties, such as, natural environment training, skills-based treatment, data collection, and intensive autism intervention.

The Intensive Autism Technician is responsible for providing direct support to individuals diagnosed with Autism who reside at Damar North.

Assists the treatment team, including the Intensive Autism Manager, Intensive Autism Supervisor, and Director of Autism Services and other members as designated, in the evaluation of clinical services.

What Are the Hours?

• 1st Shift (6am-2pm)
• 2nd Shift (2pm-10pm)
• Here are just a few of the benefits you'll enjoy at Damar:
• Pay: $20.00 an hour
• Collaborative environment
• Growth opportunities
• 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

• Demonstrates confidence when making decisions in the moment regarding Skills Based Treatment
• Completes and updates mandatory training and other licensure related items in a timely manner
• Attends mandatory staff meeting and other meetings as assigned
• Seeks the best use of materials, equipment and staff to maximize efficiency and effectiveness
• Utilizes data collection in relation to driving and tracking outcomes and achieving agency initiatives and goals
• Ensures that the agency meets its quality improvement, evaluation and reporting requirements
• Takes pride and ownership in Damar’s facilities and assigned work areas
• Maintains neat, chronological documentation of all goals and behaviors
• Keep abreast of current treatment technology, literature, practices, and regulations

Interacts professionally with parents, school, medical personnel, and others using only excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

What You Need to Be Considered

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• ABA therapy experience and/or experience working with children with autism is preferred but not required
• Ability to use an iPad and computer
• Must have or be able to obtain Therapeutic Crises Intervention (TCI) Certification
• Must have or be able to obtain CPR Certification
• 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 DamarHumanResources@damar.org. 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.