Adult Caregiver
Damar Services, Inc.
Summary
Damar is looking for passionate individuals ready to perform a variety of tasks related to the care of Adult clients living in our Damar Villages. Some duties include client supervision and care, crisis management, promoting appropriate social behaviors, and supporting clients in achieving their maximum potential.
Job description
Schedule
- 2nd Shift (2:00 pm - 10:00 pm) 4 Days a Week
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with the development of appropriate daily living, self-help and social skills
- Help maintain a safe and healthy environment
- Provide support to clients and their community-based goals
- Respond to and manage crisis situations
Qualifications and Skills
- Be at least 21 to work in our Children's Residential program however, we have Direct Support Professional roles for those between 18-21 so we encourage you to apply for the Direct Support Technician role if you are not 21 or over
- Be able to provide formal proof of a high school diploma or GED
- 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.
Requirements
- Be at least 21 to work in our Children's Residential program
- Be able to provide formal proof of a high school diploma or GED
- Valid Indiana driver’s license and driving record that meets eligibility requirements of Damar’s insurance carrier
- 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
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Tuition Assistance
- 401(k) Plan
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
Company overview
Damar Services, Inc. is a prominent nonprofit organization specializing in comprehensive mental health and behavioral health services. Based in Indiana, the organization provides critical support and treatment programs for individuals with mental health challenges, developmental disabilities, and behavioral disorders. Damar Services operates as a community-focused healthcare provider offering a range of therapeutic interventions, residential services, and outpatient care designed to improve the quality of life for those they serve. The organization is recognized for its commitment to evidence-based practices and person-centered care approaches that address the complex needs of individuals across various age groups. With a strong emphasis on community integration and recovery-oriented services, Damar Services plays a vital role in the regional mental health ecosystem, providing essential support systems for vulnerable populations while advocating for improved mental health resources and accessibility in the communities they serve.