ABI Support Staff - marrakech : Job Details

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.Start a career in Human Services! Part-Time and Full-Time positions available! SUMMARY We are looking for caring staff to provide direct care and support to persons with Acquired Brain Injury, and/or persons with developmental and/or physical disabilities. Implements service plan and other habilitation programs. Facilitates and promotes community integration. Must have own, insured vehicle to use for work for this position. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Ensure individuals' medical health issues are addressed. This may include scheduling doctor's appointments, providing transportation to appointment, following through on doctor's orders and communicating all pertinent health issues to supervisor. Monitors, observes and prompts individuals self medication administration. Assist individuals in daily activities, which may include hands-on hygiene prompting and completion. Assist in independent living skill development and vocational skill development, which may include assisting with job applications, interviews, job coaching, or other skill development. Implements behavioral goals, teaching strategies, monitoring procedures, exercise programs and other team recommended programs and procedures. Assist in the completion of individual assessments as needed Supervise and assist in the preparation of food for individuals following special prescribed diets and food consistency. Implements eating procedures as written, if applicable. Provide meaningful community experiences to individuals. Maintain specified level of supervision of individuals in the community and at home, according to individuals plan and critical information. Document in case notes, communication logs, programs, incident reports, abuse and neglect reports, safety reports, fire drills, timecard exception sheets, mileage forms and other required documentation timely and accurately, as directed. Model positive adult roles in the community and foster community belonging through individual centered appropriate activities 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. Experience using basic computer programs. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Valid Connecticut Driver's License Ability to obtain the following licenses/certifications: CPR and First Aid certification, as required by program site. PMT 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. 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.