Support Staff Css Jobs

Ansonia, CT, USA

• New Haven, CT, USA
• West Haven, CT 06516, USA Req #1174
• Derby, CT, USA
• Fairfield, CT, USA

Friday, June 23, 2023

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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Part-Time, Full-Time and Per Diem positions, 1st, 2nd, 3rdshifts available!

Summary

We are looking for staff to provide direct care to persons with developmental and physical disabilities. This person will be responsible for implementing behavior programs and other habilitation programs, and also facilitating and promoting community integration and safety. Must have own, insured vehicle to use for work for this position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assists in the completion of individuals assessments.
• Assists individuals in daily activities including daily hygiene functions.
• Model positive adult roles in the community, provide meaningful community experiences, and foster community belonging through individual centered appropriate activities
• 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. Monitors, observes and prompts individuals self medication administration.
• Supervise and assist in the preparation of food for individuals following special prescribed diets and food consistency.
• Pre-vocational/vocational skill development duties are included. These may include active participating in Life Skills Training, assisting with job applications, interviews, job coaching, etc.
• Mandatory attendance at staff meetings
• Implements behavioral goals, teaching strategies, monitoring procedures, exercise programs and other team recommended programs and procedures.
• Assist individuals with their money management and budgeting tasks

REQUIREMENTS: PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES

• Skill in identifying and selecting natural opportunities which promote growth and goal attainment for individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Process skills which are required to implement services for individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Understanding the nature of human systems: individual, group, organization, community and society, and their major interactions for individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Skill in implementing interventions 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. Experience using basic computer programs.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Ability to obtain the following licenses/certifications:
• Own, insured vehicle to use for work
• Department of Developmental Services - Medication Certification
• PMT certification
• Public Service License valid for the state of Connecticut (if applicable)
• CPR and First Aid certification, as required by program site.
• Valid Connecticut Driver’s License

Benefits

• Perfect Attendance Bonus Program
• Access to Various Voluntary Insurances and Benefits
• Employer- Sponsored Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance (for full time employees)
• Juneteenth
• Jury Duty
• Other Financial Benefits, Including but not limited to:
• Marrakech’s Homeownership Program
• DSP Credentialing through the NADSP
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
• Memorial Day
• Thanksgiving
• Recruitment Referral Bonus
• Paid Holidays
• Labor Day
• Paid time off (PTO) and Dedicated Sick Time
• Educational Benefits, Including:
• Independence Day
• Christmas
• 401K and Profit Sharing Plan
• Paid and Unpaid Leave for:
• Military Leave
• Disaster Relief Volunteer
• Staff Recognition Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• New Year’s Day
• Tuition discounts at local colleges and universities
• Dayforce Wallet (On-Demand Pay)
• Family and Non-FMLA Medical Leave
• External Employee Assistance Program (EAP) (for full time employees)
• Other Corporate Discount Programs
• Bereavement

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

• Required Education High School
• Pay Type Hourly
• Hiring Rate $17.25

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• Ansonia, CT, USA
• West Haven, CT 06516, USA
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• Fairfield, CT, USA
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