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 an Intensive Autism Specialist to join our team. The Intensive Autism Specialist provides direct support and intervention for children and adolescents diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Intellectual Disabilities (ID), Developmental Disabilities (DD), or similar behavioral challenges. This role focuses on delivering intensive autism services, including natural environment training, skills-based treatment, behavior management, data collection, and caregiver education. The primary goal is to promote placement stability by reducing unsafe or disruptive behaviors and increasing prosocial skills through targeted interventions. The Intensive Autism Specialist empowers caregivers through training and coaching, ensuring they are equipped to manage challenging behaviors effectively. This position works closely with individuals referred by the Department of Child Services for Intensive Foster Care Services and collaborates as part of a multidisciplinary team, including the Intensive Autism Supervisor, Director of Autism Services, and other designated professionals, to support evaluation and implementation of clinical services.

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 way you will make a difference...

• Provides direct services to children diagnosed with Autism, using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis.
• Provides support and guidance to caregivers caring for youth with severe behavioral challenges.
• Demonstrates confidence when making decisions in the moment regarding Skills Based Treatment.
• Attends mandatory staff meeting and other meetings as assigned.
• Attends meetings, conferences, and workshops as recommended by the Intensive Autism leadership team.
• Participates in Behavior Skills Training (BST).
• Assists during Practical Functional Assessments.
• Serves as a member of Damar Services’ interdisciplinary team.
• Shows initiative by identifying solutions to work towards improving stakeholder satisfaction.

What you need to be considered...

• High School Diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

• Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy experience and/or experience working with children with autism is preferred but not required.

• Minimum age of 21 depending on program and / or department requirements.
• Successful completion of pre-employment physical.
• Must meet and maintain background screening requirements for all Damar Programs as detailed in policy 1.HR.02 Pre-Employment and Employee Background Checks.

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.

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