Residential Support Staff

Supportive Living Services Program StaffWe envision a world where every individual is valued for their inherent worth—regardless of ability or circumstance—and has equitable access and support to lead a life of their own design.Start a career in Human Services!Part-Time, Full-Time positions available!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 communityFoster community belonging through person-centered appropriate activitiesAsks 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 individualAssist individuals in community integration and improving their overall quality of life.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 LicenseAbility 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 certificationBenefits:Paid time off (PTO) and Dedicated Sick TimePaid HolidaysNew Year's DayMartin Luther King, Jr. DayMemorial DayJuneteenthIndependence DayLabor DayThanksgivingChristmasPaid and Unpaid Leave for:BereavementJury DutyDisaster Relief VolunteerFamily and Non-FMLA Medical LeaveMilitary LeaveEmployer- Sponsored Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance (for full time employees)External Employee Assistance Program (EAP) (for full time employees)401K and Profit Sharing PlanEducational Benefits, Including:DSP Credentialing through the NADSPTuition ReimbursementTuition discounts at local colleges and universitiesAccess to Various Voluntary Insurances and BenefitsStaff Recognition ProgramOther Financial Benefits, Including but not limited to:Dayforce Wallet (On-Demand Pay)Marrakech's Homeownership ProgramPerfect Attendance Bonus ProgramRecruitment Referral BonusOther Corporate Discount ProgramsMarrakech is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The hiring and promotion of employees will be based upon qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, religion, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, protected activity or any other basis prohibited by law.