Earn and Learn Trainee

Marrakech, Inc. • Full-time • Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States • $17 - $19 / hour • 6d ago

Looking for work that actually matters?
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Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities | Paid Training | Career Growth

Make a Difference Every Day

Our Mission:
At Marrakech, your work truly matters. We provide person-centered support and advocacy that enhances quality of life and promotes independence for individuals with and without disabilities always with dignity, respect, and meaningful connection at the center.

For more than 50 years, Marrakech has supported over 1,000 individuals across Connecticut each year, helping people of all abilities build confidence, independence, and strong community connections.

Our Vision:
We envision a world where every individual is valued for their inherent worth, regardless of ability or circumstance, and has equitable access to the support needed to live a life of their own design.

Introducing the Academy for Human Service Training Earn & Learn Initiative!

This exciting opportunity is a partnership between the Marrakech, Inc. Recruitment Team and the Academy for Human Service Training. The Academy for Human Service Training (AHST) trains individuals for entry-level positions as Direct Support Professionals in the human service field. The Earn & Learn track will provide four (4) weeks of paid classroom instruction to eligible applicants, which includes certification in Adult & Pediatric CPR, First Aid, PMT (Physical & Psychological Management Training), a nationally recognized credential in Customer Service, DDS mandated training & more! At the completion of classroom training, students will start right away in their new positions at Marrakech!

What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking reliable, compassionate individuals who are motivated to make a difference.

Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED
Valid Connecticut Driver’s License
Ability to obtain DDS Medication Certification, CPR, and First Aid

If you have poor work history, little to no work history, large gaps in employment or unverifiable work experience, the AHST Earn & Learn program may be the opportunity you’ve been looking for!

Why Work at Marrakech?
We’re committed to supporting our employees just as much as the individuals we serve.
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.