Lead Program Instructor- West Haven

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.
Lead Program Instructor
SUMMARY
Provides direct care to persons with developmental and/or physical disabilities. Implements service plan and other habilitation programs. Facilitates and promotes community integration. Acts as a role model for Day Program Instructors, Floaters and Drivers. Responsible for task analyzing all given work and for designing training methods with the assistance of the designated supervisory personnel. Responsible for implementation of all activities of daily living, and behavioral programs designed to provide the greatest degree of independence for individuals.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Once Medication Certified, administers prescribed oral and topical medications under written direction of physician.
• Assists individuals in daily activities including daily hygiene functions when necessary.
• Implements behavioral goals, teaching strategies, monitoring procedures, exercise programs and other team recommended programs and procedures.
• Assists in the completion of individual assessments.
• Asks for assistance from co-workers and supervisors when unsure of job duty and refer to program policies and procedures for job clarification.
• Essential employee - assist in scheduling trained staff to fill in shifts for this position during scheduled time off due to the essential function of this position.
• Supervises and assists in the preparation of food for individuals following special prescribed diets and food consistency. Implements eating procedures as written.
• Provides active treatment to individuals.
• Model's positive adult roles in the community
• Fosters community belonging through person-centered appropriate activities.
• Provides meaningful community experiences to individuals.
• Maintains specified level of supervision of individuals in the community.
• Documents case notes, communication logs, programs, incident reports, abuse and neglect reports, safety reports, fire drills, time sheets, mileage forms, Therap and other required documentation timely and accurately.
• Lifts and Transfers individuals safely as required. Lifts, transfers, and positions individuals as stipulated in service plans.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

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

SALARY

• $19.02/hr increases to $19.46/hr after 6 months

SCHEDULE:

• M-F 8am-4pm (40 FT)

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 $19.02
• Required Education High School

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