Crises Response Team RBT

Location: Richmond, INEmployees 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 Registered Behavior Technician to join our highly skilled team for full-time opportunities at our residential setting in Richmond, Indiana where we provide services. The Crises Response Team is responsible for providing support to the Intensive Autism Technicians in ensuring client treatment plans and programs are followed as designed by the Intensive Autism Supervisor. The Crises Response Team role is a position focused on developing critical skills and competencies necessary for successful implementation of intensive autism programming.Here are just a few of the benefits you'll enjoy at Damar:Trauma Informed CareCollaborative environmentGrowth opportunitiesEligible for the Damar Advantage including discounts at Damar Health Services and Damar PharmacyComprehensive training in verbal intervention and physical management techniquesMedical, Dental, and Vision Insurance optionsUp to $3,000 per year in Tuition AssistanceSave for your retirement with our 401(k) Plan ParticipationTake care of loved ones through our Damar provided Life Insurance and additional voluntary optionsShort-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance optionsPaid Holidays to spend time with loved onesPaid Time Off (PTO) for rest and renewalRemarkable ways you will be making a difference:Ensures the Intensive Autism Technicians' understanding of new and previously trained interventions or proceduresSupports ongoing training initiatives to provide Intensive Autism Technicians practical application of behavioral principles for client specific needsProvides immediate critical feedback to struggling Intensive Autism TechniciansUses Behavior Skills Training (BST) to train, model, observe, etcPerforms RBT Competency Assessment-Renewals for current Intensive Autism Technicians seeking certification within a designated period of time and properly follows guidelines outlined for this processAssists with leading 40-hour RBT training for incoming IATs seeking certificationMaintain RBT skills through completing performance checklistsRemains available and approachable to Intensive Autism Technicians for questions, concerns, or ideas regarding client programming or behavior interventionAssists the Supervisor with the completion of various assessments and Practical Functional AssessmentsUses a variety of tools to help determine the function and definition of maladaptive behaviorAssists the BCBA with the implementation of Practical Functional Assessments as neededUses a variety of tools to help determine the function and definition of maladaptive behaviorSeeks assistance when unfamiliar with a procedure, intervention, or techniqueProvides direct therapyServes as a support person for Intensive Autism Technicians during client maladaptive behavior and appropriately utilizes de-escalation techniquesRemains calm and professional during a crisisWhat you need to be considered:Bachelor's Degree required; Master's Degree preferredMinimum 6 months previous experience with autism spectrum disorders requiredProficiency with computers and tablets. MS Office applications including: Word, Excel, OutlookRBT RequiredCoursework and/or enrollment in supervision towards BCBA certification preferredAbility to pass and maintain Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) certificationAbility to pass and maintain CPR CertificationMinimum age of 21 per licensure requirementsValid 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 convictionsSuccessfully complete a pre-employment physicalFavorably meet and maintain Damar's background screeningEssential 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.#DSABA