Direct Support Professional

Make a Difference Every DayMarrakech is hiring compassionate and dependable Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide direct care and support to people with developmental and physical disabilities in residential and community-based settings.As a Direct Support Professional, you will help people develop daily living skills, increase independence, participate in their communities, and lead safe, meaningful lives. This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in human services, disability services, direct care, caregiving, residential support, community support, or behavioral health.Experience as a DSP, direct care worker, caregiver, residential counselor, personal care assistant (PCA), home health aide (HHA), certified nursing assistant (CNA), behavioral health technician, or human services professional is helpful, but not required. Paid training is provided.Starting Pay$19.28-$20.51 per hour, based on the position, program assignment, and applicable qualifications.What You'll DoAs a Direct Support Professional, you will:Provide respectful, person-centered direct care and support to individuals with developmental and physical disabilities.Assist with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, dressing, grooming, meals, and daily routines.Support individuals with grocery shopping, meal preparation, household tasks, budgeting, recreational activities, and community participation.Promote independence, personal choice, skill development, community integration, and achievement of individual goals.Implement individualized service plans, behavioral support programs, teaching strategies, exercise programs, dietary instructions, and other recommended supports.Assist with health-related needs and administer medications after obtaining required certification.Safely assist with mobility, lifting, transfers, repositioning, and adaptive equipment according to each person's service plan.Complete accurate documentation, including progress notes, communication logs, electronic records, medication records, incident reports, and safety documentation.Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive home environment.Follow agency policies, program procedures, and required health and safety practices.Direct Support Professionals are essential employees who help ensure continuity of care and support. Depending on the assigned program, the position may include daytime, evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday shifts.Minimum QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED.Valid Connecticut Driver's License.Basic computer skills and ability to complete electronic documentation.Ability to complete required training and obtain necessary certifications.Ability to safely assist with lifting, transfers, mobility, and personal care when required by the program.Dependability, patience, professionalism, and a commitment to treating every person with dignity and respect.Related direct care, caregiving, healthcare, behavioral health, disability services, or human services experience is preferred but not required.Required Training and CertificationsEmployees must obtain and maintain applicable certifications within the required timeframe, including:Connecticut Department of Developmental Services Medication CertificationCPR and First Aid CertificationPhysical/Psychological Management Training, or PMTConnecticut Public Service License, when required by the programMarrakech provides required training and ongoing professional development.Employee BenefitsEligible employees may receive:On-Demand Pay - Get paid when YOU need it!Medical, dental, and vision insuranceVoluntary and Group Life insuranceShort-term and long-term disability insuranceGenerous paid time offPaid holidays and paid sick timeOne week of paid new employee trainingOngoing paid training and career development401(k) retirement savings planTuition reimbursementEmployee referral and Perfect Attendance bonusesMileage reimbursementStaff recognition programsHomeownership assistance programDirect depositEmployee social eventsAuto, home, pet insurance, and cell phone discountsAnd more!Additional paid and unpaid leave options include family and medical leave, jury duty, military leave, and other qualifying leave.Education and Career DevelopmentMarrakech supports employees who want to advance their careers in human services, direct support, healthcare, management, and related fields.Employees may receive:10% tuition discount through the University of Bridgeport15% tuition discount through Albertus Magnus College10% discount through the Post University Accelerated Degree ProgramDiscounts may apply to eligible degree programs, certificate programs, or individual courses.Join MarrakechIf you are looking for a meaningful job where you can help people build independence, develop life skills, participate in their communities, and achieve personal goals, apply to become a Direct Support Professional with Marrakech.Build a rewarding career in direct support, disability services, caregiving, residential services, behavioral health, community support, and human services while making a difference every day.Apply today to join Marrakech as a Direct Support Professional (DSP).