About this opportunity
Damar Services lists this Community-Based Caseworker opportunity in indianapolis, Indiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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 looking for a talented and motivated Community-Based Caseworker to join our team. The Community-Based Caseworker utilizes evidenced based practices to provide goal-oriented services and safety assessments to each case. This individual will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including supervisor, child/family therapist, child welfare specialists, schools, employers, and DCS/Probation staff to assist each family in meeting their treatment goals. The Caseworker is central to our Home-Based Team, working directly with children, adults and families to address each family's individual needs including but not limited to, concrete needs, connection to community resources, employment and housing. This individual also works with court-involved youth and families to address needs in order for the children to remain safely in their caregivers' home. Services are delivered primarily in a community or home-based setting.
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 ways you will be making a difference: Works collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team
Coordinates services and resources when needed
Provides case management to families involved with the Indiana Department of Child Services
Provides emergency/crisis intervention services as needed
Provides parent education and behavior modification/parent training
Provides child development education
Provides father engagement
Provides domestic violence education and stress management
Adheres to DCS Service Standards, Social Work Code of Ethics, and Damar policy and procedures
Participates in child and family team meetings
Participates in DCS case planning
Provides money management/budgeting information
Operates Damar and/or personal vehicles to transport clients and/or parents as needed
Maintains connection to community resources
What you need to be considered: Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology or a directly related human service field from an accredited university
Previous related experience is not required by considered an asset
Experience working with youth and/or adults with autism or ID/DD preferred
Bilingual skills are not required but are considered an asset
Minimum age of 18 per licensure requirements
Valid Indiana driver's license and driving record that meets eligibility requirements of Damar's insurance carrier
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 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.
#DSCommunity #DSCase
Worksite address
indianapolis, IN, 46262, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.