Program Instructor

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.

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

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

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

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.