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Marrakech, Inc. Support Staff Needed! FT and PT Positions Available! in Branford, Connecticut
Support Staff Needed! FT and PT Positions Available!
Branford, CT, USA ● Bridgeport, CT, USA ● Durham, CT 06422, USA ● East Haven, CT, USA ● Hamden, CT, USA ● Meriden, CT, USA ● Middlebury, CT, USA ● Milford, CT, USA ● New Haven, CT, USA ● North Haven, CT 06473, USA ● Orange, CT, USA ● Prospect, CT 06712, USA ● Terryville, Plymouth, CT, USA ● Trumbull, CT 06611, USA ● Waterbury, CT, USA ● West Haven, CT 06516, USA ● Wolcott, CT 06716, USA Req #1848
Thursday, December 19, 2024
The vision of Marrakech Inc. is that each person we serve will live and work in the community and be accepted by their neighbors, co-workers, family, friends and acquaintances for their individual qualities and contributions.
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SUMMARY
We are looking for staff to provide direct care to persons with developmental and physical disabilities in our Supportive Living Services Program. This person will be responsible for implementing behavior programs and other habilitation programs, and also facilitating and promoting community integration and safety.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Ensure individuals’ medical health issues are addressed. This may include scheduling doctor’s appointments, providing transportation to appointments, following through on doctor’s orders and communicating all pertinent health issues to supervisor.
Assist individuals in daily activities including daily hygiene functions.
Implement behavioral goals, teaching strategies, monitoring procedures, exercise programs and other team recommended programs and procedures.
Assist in the completion of individual assessments.
Model positive adult roles in the community
Foster community belonging through person-centered appropriate activities
Asks for assistance from co-workers and supervisors when unsure of job duties and refers to program policies and procedures for job clarification.
Supervises and assists in the preparation of food for individuals following special prescribed diets and food consistency. Implements eating procedures as written, if applicable.
Overnight awake staff is required to complete hourly safety checks on the individual
Assis individuals in community integration and improving their overall quality of life.
REQUIREMENTS:
PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES
Understanding the nature of human systems: individual, group, organization, community and society, and their major interactions for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Skill in identifying and selecting natural opportunities which promote growth and goal attainment for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Skill in implementing interventions for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Process skills which are required to implement services for individuals with developmental disabilities.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); 3 to 6 months-related experience and /or training, or human service training certificate.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Valid Connecticut Driver’s License
Ability to obtain the following licenses/certifications:
Department of Developmental Services - Medication Certification (to be obtained within six months of hire)
Public Service License valid for the state of Connecticut (if applicable)
CPR and First Aid certification
Benefits:
Paid time off (PTO) and Dedicated Sick Time
Paid Holidays
New Year’s Day
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day
Labor Day
Thanksgiving
Christmas
Paid and Unpaid Leave for:
Bereavement
Jury Duty
Disaster Relief Volunteer
Family and Non-FMLA Medical Leave
Military Leave
Employer- Sponsored Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance (for full time employees)
External Employee Assistance Program (EAP) (for full time employees)
401K and Profit Sharing Plan
Educational Benefits, Including:
DSP Credentialing through the NADSP
Tuition Reimbursement
Tuition discounts at local colleges and universities
Access to Various Voluntary Insurances and Benefits
Staff Recognition Program
Other Financial Benefits, Including but not limited to:
Dayforce Wallet (On-Demand Pay)
Marrakech’s Homeownership Program
Perfect Attendance Bonus Program
Recruitment Referral Bonus
Other Corporate Discount Programs
Marrakech is an equal opportunity employer. Marrakech, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, age, disability, status of veteran, national or ethnic origin, or sexual orientation.
Other details
Pay Type Hourly
Hiring Rate $17.60
Required Education High School
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