Lead Support Staff ASL

Marrakech
life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), profit sharing
United States, Connecticut, Winsted
Dec 29, 2024
Lead Support Staff ASL Winsted, CT 06098, USA Req #2063 Sunday, December 29, 2024 Marrakech is looking for staff to work with our wonderful participants with developmental disabilities, physical, behavioral or other needs in a group home setting. We seek nurturing people who will provide care with respect and dignity as well as promote independence and community integration. SUMMARY The Lead Support Staff provides direct care to persons who are deaf/hard of hearing and also diagnosed with developmental and/or physical disabilities. They will implement service plan and other habilitation programs. They will facilitate and promote community integration, and will assist in day-to-day site management with minimal supervision. They will orient and schedule Supportive Living Service Support Staff. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Ensures individuals' health issues are addressed. This may include scheduling doctor's appointments, providing transportation to appointments, following through on doctor's orders and communicating all pertinent health issues to supervisor. Monitors, observes and prompts individual's self-medication administration. 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. Communicates with Management staff daily through telephone, voice mail, and/or written communication. Completes office related tasks during office hours when supporting the Supportive Living Services Case Manager Day to day site management with minimal supervision. Orients and schedules Supportive Living Service Support Staff Assists in the completion of individual assessments. Models positive adult roles in the community. Essential employee - assists 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, if applicable. Operates motor vehicles safely and in accordance with State Law (agency and personal automobiles) while on work related duties. Will be required to drive own vehicle for work. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High school diploma or general education degree (GED); 1 year of successful human services experience in related position. Fluency in American Sign Language strongly preferred. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Valid CT Drivers License Department of Developmental Services - medication certification CPR and First Aid certification PMT certification SCHEDULE Tu-Th 3p-11p, F/Sa 9a-5p SALARY $20.50/hr increase to $20.97/hr after 6 months. 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 $20.50 Required Education High School Apply Now Winsted, CT 06098, USA Share this job: