Program Instructor

Marrakech • Full-time • New Milford, Connecticut, United States • $18 - $19 / hour • 4m ago

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SUMMARY
We are looking for staff to provide direct care to persons with developmental and physical disabilities in our Day Program. This person will be responsible for implementing behavior programs and other habilitation and vocational programs, and also facilitating and promoting community integration and safety.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Assists individuals in daily activities including daily hygiene functions.
Implements behavioral goals, teaching strategies, monitoring procedures, exercise programs and other team recommended programs and procedures.
Assists in the completion of individuals assessments.
Supervises and assists in the preparation of food for individuals following special prescribed diets and food consistency.
Provides active treatment to individuals.
Models 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 and other required documentation timely and accurately.

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:
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

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. 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.