Risk Management Director

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 a Risk Management Director to join our team. The Risk Management Director is responsible for overseeing the compliance and risk management functions across the Damar organization. This role ensures that all programs and settings adhere to regulatory standards and that potential risks related to client safety, quality, and regulatory compliance are effectively managed. The position works closely with executive staff, program leadership, and staff to implement and monitor compliance programs, develop risk mitigation strategies, ensure that Damar programs and settings meet all applicable licensing and oversight standards, and promotes a culture of compliance and client safety.

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...

• Leads and supports initiatives to improve client and employee safety, identifying and assessing areas of risk and developing corrective action plans.• Reviews incidents where emergency services are involved to ensure appropriate follow up.• Conducts Root Cause Analyses when appropriate to prevent recurrence of issues.• Oversees program compliance with post-survey Plans of Correction and ensure effective implementation.• Oversees incident reporting processes related to client care, ensuring timely investigation, documentation, and resolution of client safety issues, adverse events and near-misses.• Facilitates internal and external reviews of client concerns.• Conducts regular setting and program risk assessments, including areas such as care protocols, safety, and infection control.• Completes EOC and Safety Audits for all Damar sites.• In conjunction with the Performance and Quality Director, analyzes data on client outcomes and adverse events to identify trends and potential risk areas.• Provides analysis on data gleaned from EOC and emergency drill reports.• Provides critical analysis of trends of high-acuity incidents.• Maintains incident reporting systems/registers to track and monitor identified risks• Provides oversight for the Quality and Compliance Coordinator and Internal Reviewer/Liaison roles.

What you need to be considered...

• A Bachelor's degree is required, preferably in a Human Services or related field.
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with clients with developmental disabilities.
• Preferred background includes experience in risk management, quality assurance and compliance, or working with Child Protective Services (CPS) or the Department of Child Services (DCS).
• Proficiency with MS Office applications including: Word and Outlook.
• Minimum age of 21 depending on program and / or department requirements.
• Valid Indiana driver’s license and driving record that meets eligibility requirements of Damar’s insurance carrier (for all positions requiring driving).
• Ability to pass and maintain Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) certification if working in children’s residential home/unit licensed by Dept. of Child Services (DCS).
• Ability to pass and maintain CPR Certification.
• Successful completion of pre-employment physical.

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.

Must meet and maintain background screening requirements for all Damar Programs as detailed in policy 1.HR.02 Pre-Employment and Employee Background Checks. 

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