Group Home Program Counselor - East Haven

　　East Haven, CT, USA Req #1848

　　Thursday, January 18, 2024

　　Marrakech is looking for staff to work with our wonderful participants with developmental disabilities, physical, behavioral or other needs in a group home setting. We seek nurturing people who will provide care with respect and dignity as well as promote independence and community integration.

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　　Part-Time, Full-Time and Per Diem positions available!

　　SUMMARY

　　We are looking for staff to provide direct care to persons with developmental and physical disabilities in our Residential Group Homes. 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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　　East Haven, CT, USA