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 an Ambassador to join our team. The Ambassador is responsible for performing administrative and office support activities. These activities include fielding telephone calls, receiving and directing visitors, word processing, filing, and faxing.

Some of the ways we reward our remarkable Ambassadors...

• Eligible for the Damar Advantage including discounts at Damar Health Services and Damar Pharmacy
• 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 be making a difference...

• Provides support by assisting with mailings, gift recording and acknowledgement of gifts
• Manages scheduled events in conference rooms by assisting employees with reservations, configuring rooms to host’s specifications and maintaining appearance of the rooms
• Oversees utilization of agency vehicles by:
  • Ensuring appropriate documentation has been received and is thoroughly completed prior to releasing vehicle for client related outings
  • Reporting maintenance issues or damage promptly to the Maintenance Department
  • Monitoring the condition of vehicles including interior/exterior damage and mileage
  • Verifying Gas Cards are returned
• Responsible for upkeep and cleanliness of certain areas including, but not limited to kitchen, restrooms, family visitation room, common areas, and administration office
• Assists employees with use of copy machine, fax machine, and general office help
• Performs general clerical duties to include, but not limited to, providing assistance with word processing, copying, faxing and filing

What you need to be considered...

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum age of 21 per licensure requirments.
• Must meet and maintain background screening requirements for all Damar Programs as detailed in policy 1.HR.02 Pre-Employment and Employee Background Checks.
• Valid Indiana driver’s license and driving record that meets eligibility requirements of Damar’s insurance carrier.
• Successful completion of pre-employment physical required. 

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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