Youth Development Specialist

About the role

The Community Based Case Manager Supervisor plays a crucial role in overseeing and supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities or autism. They provide direct supervision, guidance, and support to youth, ensuring a safe, structured, and supportive program environment.

Responsibilities

• Builds and maintains positive, professional relationships with youth to promote engagement, trust, accountability, and progress toward individualized goals
• Directly supervises, guides, and supports youth while maintaining a safe, structured, and supportive program environment
• Responds appropriately to youth behaviors and individual needs using approved strategies, interventions, and de-escalation techniques
• Collaborates with families, schools, referral sources, and community partners to support youth progress and continuity of services
• Maintains consistent, weekly communication with the school of origin (if applicable), probation officer, family case manager, or other referral source, as well as the parents/caregivers of the youths referred to the program
• Facilitates daily evidence-based group psychoeducational classes
• Implements individualized educational continuation plans to support academic progress during program participation
• Facilitates enrollment and participation in credit recovery and other computer-based educational programs, as appropriate
• Facilitates community service opportunities and community-based learning activities, when applicable
• Travels occasionally to support community-based activities, outings, meetings, and other program needs, as required
• Operates Damar vehicles and/or personal vehicles to transport youth as needed
• Maintains accurate records, progress notes, educational plans, and program documentation in accordance with agency, contractual, and regulatory requirements
• Monitors youth progress and adjusts educational, vocational, and transition plans as needed to promote positive outcomes
• Adheres 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
• Prioritizes duties in a manner consistent with organizational objectives and growth
• Respects the culture, diversity, and rights of all clients, their families and the community

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Requires 2-3 years of experience working with children or youth with behavioral needs
• Experience working in an educational setting preferred
• Teacher assistant experience or a teaching license is a plus but not required
• Proficiency with MS Office applications including: Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Minimum age of 21 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)

Qualifications

• Be clear of any felony convictions, substantiated charges of neglect or other disqualifying criminal convictions
• Successfully complete a pre-employment physical
• Favorably meet and maintain Damar’s background screening

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of behavioral health and I/DD services
• Proficiency with MS Office applications

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Inclusive and supportive workplace culture
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible work schedule

Pay

$X per hour, depending on experience and qualifications

Schedule

Full-time position, Monday through Friday, with occasional evening and weekend hours as needed