Direct Support Professional- No Experience Required

At Damar, our people are remarkable! Our staff are dedicated to serving our clients to achieve remarkable results. We are a diverse team of people with a wide range of skills and experiences interested in careers that matter. We provide a place where you can fulfill your career ambitions. With competitive benefits, a culture of compassion, belonging, acceptance, innovation and fun, Damar Services offers you the opportunity to do remarkable work!

Do you have a passion for working with kids with disabilities? Do you think you have what it takes to help improve the lives of children facing life’s greatest developmental and behavioral challenges? Damar Services is looking for passionate people with or without experience as a Direct Support Professional. For those of you with experience, you already know how rewarding it can be.....for those of you with no experience, you don’t need experience, only a passion for helping others. Our world-class training will prepare you for the job! Come be a part of a 2022 Top Workplace!

What is a Direct Support Professional?

A Direct Support Professional performs a variety of tasks related to the care of clients served by Damar.

What would I be doing?

Some duties include client supervision and care, crisis management, promoting appropriate social behaviors, and supporting clients in achieving their maximum potential.

Where would I work with clients?

For this particular role, you could work on our Children's Residential campus located at 6067 Decatur Boulevard in Indianapolis or in one of our Adult Group Homes in the community.

What are the hours?

• Weekend (700 am - 1100 pm / Sat & Sun) *Can pick up an optional 8 hour shift Monday-Friday
• 1st shift (700 am - 330 pm / weekend rotation every 3rd week)
• 2nd shift (300 pm - 1130 pm / weekend rotation every 3rd week)
• 3rd shift (1100 pm -730 am / weekend rotation 2 on & 1 off)

(* Preferred shift may not be available at time of application.)

Some of the ways we reward our remarkable Direct Support Professionals...

• Take care of loved ones through our Damar provided Life Insurance and additional voluntary options
• Take paid time off for rest and relaxation with our PTO plan
• Receive world-class training of verbal intervention & physical management techniques
• Starting pay $15.25 an hour! We pay for experience and education!
• Pay for school with up to $3,000 a year in Tuition Assistance
• Enjoy Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance options
• Save for your retirement with our 401(k) Plan Participation
• Earn up to $1,250 a year in bonuses
• Enjoy eligible holidays at home while getting paid with our Paid Holiday plan
• Protect your income through Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance options

Remarkable way you will be making a difference...

• Consistently implement behavior management plans to reduce maladaptive behaviors
• Conduct and supervise recreational and life enrichment activities
• Effectively respond to and manage crisis situations
• Assist in maintaining a safe and healthy environment
• Promote and assist with the development of daily living, self-help and social skills
• Complete required documentation daily, in a professional manner

What You Need To Be Considered...

• Successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen and physical
• Favorably meet and maintain Damar Services’ background screening
• Be at least 21 to work in our Children's Residential program however, we have other Direct Support Professional roles for those between 18-21 so we still encourage you to apply if you are not 21 or over.
• Be clear of any felony convictions, substantiated charges of neglect or other disqualifying criminal offenses
• Be able to provide formal proof of a high school diploma or GED

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.