Classroom Program ManagerEmployees 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 a Classroom Program Manager to join our highly skilled ABA Program Manager team. The Classroom Program Manager is responsible for developing and overseeing individualized treatment and education plans while providing both clinical and instructional leadership for their assigned classroom and client caseload. This role includes supervising and supporting Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs), setting the tone for instruction, and implementing evidence-based practices using ABA curricula such as Language for Learning and the STAR Program.
The Classroom Program Manager designs and participates in activities that promote student growth across academic, behavioral, communication, social, independence (self-help and daily living), and vocational domains in alignment with Individual Education Plans (IEPs). They regularly analyze student and client data to adjust treatment plans, instructional strategies, and training materials as needed. Additionally, they serve as a leader within the clinic and school setting by attending meetings, delivering feedback, facilitating staff training, and administering required state and classroom assessments, including IAM and ILEARN.ABA Autism Services by Damar combines the long-term experience and expertise of Damar with cutting-edge Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) approaches to offer a solution to families facing the challenges of raising a child with autism. While many nonprofit and for-profit businesses offer ABA services, only ABA Autism Services by Damar can back its services with the experience and expertise of an organization that has been serving people with developmental challenges and autism for more than 50 years.Damar's ABA program begins with an evaluation that includes a full assessment of each child.
Observation time, parent interviews, and the appropriate assessment tools are used to create an individualized treatment plan in order to meet the unique needs of your child with autism. Our services can include:Intensive Behavioral TrainingSocial & Community TrainingSpeech & Occupational Therapy ServicesDiagnostic ServicesCommunity IntegrationHere are just a few of the benefits you'll enjoy at Damar:Discretionary pay bonusesPaid CEUs and BCBA renewalLower caseloadsTrauma Informed CareCollaborative environmentGrowth opportunitiesEligible for the Damar Advantage including discounts at Damar Health Services and Damar PharmacyComprehensive training in verbal intervention and physical management techniquesMedical, Dental, and Vision Insurance optionsUp to $3,000 per year in Tuition AssistanceSave for your retirement with our 401(k) Plan ParticipationTake care of loved ones through our Damar provided Life Insurance and additional voluntary optionsShort-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance optionsPaid Holidays to spend time with loved onesPaid Time Off (PTO) for rest and renewalRemarkable ways you will be making a difference:Develops and implements standards-based IEPs and daily and weekly lesson plansTeaches students to acquire academic, self-help, daily living, and social skills, as stated in the standards-based IEPWorks with students, professionals, paraprofessional staff, families, and community partners to ensure appropriate educational habilitation servicesServes as a resource by tutoring students in academic subjects, as identified in the standards-based IEPActively participates in required training, continuing education, professional development activities, and other licensure related items to maintain competency and support organizational goalsParticipates in programs designed to aid in the habilitation and training/treatment of the studentsPerforms varied services including instructional, clerical, supervisory, housekeeping, and behavioral management duties as they relate to the school dayCompletes reports on the standards-based IEP goals, skills, and classroom performance of each studentConducts and supervises recreational and life enrichment activities as they relate to the school dayObserves, records, and reports the condition and behavior of the students, including maintaining daily records of events during the school day, particularly those in the standards-based IEPDirects support staff and RBTs within the classroom to ensure safe environment conducive to learningConsistently implements behavior management plans to reduce clients' maladaptive behaviors and promote appropriate social behaviorsShows initiative by identifying solutions to work towards improving stakeholder satisfactionUpdates Student Information System daily for attendance, class planning, communication, and record keepingCompletes incident reports, including reporting any suspected exploitation, abuse or neglect of a student or clientDemonstrates competency through performance checklists in all clinical and administrative areasProvides required 5% supervision to RBTs in the classroom, RBT performance checklists as assigned, and may facilitate continuing education or competency assessmentsSeeks the best use of materials, equipment, and staff to maximize efficiency and effectivenessEffectively uses time management to manage caseload and work assignmentsProvides ABA program management to clients in a school settingUses the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis and current research to make decisionsRemains knowledgeable of each assigned client's ABA program and its progress and adjusts the treatment plan when sufficient progress has been made or a lack of progress is seenFollows the direction of the Program Director regarding each client's profileWhat you need to be considered:Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required; Master's degree preferredBCBA or BCaBA certification requiredExperience in special education and/or Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) preferredKnowledge of education law and standards-based Individual Education Planning preferredValid Indiana Special Education Teaching License required, or current enrollment in an approved Indiana Alternative Licensure or Transition to Teaching program leading to Special Education licensure.Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) or Licensed Assistant Behavior Analyst (LABA) in the State of Indiana requiredMinimum age of 18 per licensure requirementsValid 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 convictionsSuccessfully complete a pre-employment physicalFavorably meet and maintain Damar's background screening