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?
The Community Based Services Supervisor 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 supervisor ensures that all services provide and adhere to appropriate governing body and referral source standards including, but not limited to, DCS and Probation. The supervisor will oversee a team of bachelor and master level providers working directly with children and families involved with the Department of Child Services and/or Probation.

Here are just a few of the benefits you'll enjoy at Damar:

• Starting Salary $70,000+ based on experience!
• 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:

• Provides clinical supervision and consultation to therapists for Family Prevention referrals
• Provides support in file review, customer relations, crisis management and support; also include individual clinical supervision in addition to group clinical supervision
• Works collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team
• Assigns referrals to providers based upon client need and service requested
• Reviews and approves monthly DCS reports
• Ensures compliance with service standards and documentation requirements for each program
• Ensures delivery of services in accordance with agency, licensing and accreditation standards
• Understands HIPAA policies and knows how to implement security practices to stay compliant
• Adheres to DCS Service Standards, Social Work Code of Ethics, and Damar policy and procedures
• Maintains documentation that is accurate and legible
• Will adhere to all policies and procedures as defined in the Employee Handbook and Damar Operational Policies and Procedures Manual
• Completes and updates mandatory training and other licensure related items in a timely manner
• Prioritizing duties in a manner consistent with organizational objectives and growth
• Respecting the culture, diversity and rights of all clients, their families and the community

What you need to be considered:

• Master’s Degree or higher in Social Work, Psychology, or related field with Clinical Licensure required
• Licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) through the Indiana Behavioral Health and Human Services Licensing Board is required
• CSAYC (Preferred)
• Experience working with children and families involved with the child welfare system and/or children and families with incidents of abuse or neglect
• 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 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.

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