Lead Program Counselor

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. This home is looking for a lead program counselor to work with wonderful adults with developmental disabilities and significant physical needs. We seek nurturing people who will provide care with respect and dignity as well as promote independence and community integration. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES including the following. Other duties may be assigned. Models best practices in carrying out Program Counselor responsibilities. Under direction of Manager, oversees the purchase of food for individuals, and ensures that dietary requirements are met for individuals. Reviews grocery intake to be sure that the program is stocked with appropriate food according to the menu and that the purchases are delivered to the program site as listed on the receipts. Demonstrates and Implements incidental teaching. Assists nurse by scheduling and ensuring that medical appointments are fulfilled and have the appropriate follow up. Assists with medication group by ensuring that doctor’s order is complete with medications and data before the meeting and coordinating individuals’ attendance. Places medication orders on the first Tuesday of each month. Updates and labels monthly menus, and files previous ones. Notes any substitutions to nurse. Implements a daily schedule incorporating daily living skills and community experience that reflects program goals per OPS. Teaches staff on duty how to implement policy, procedures, and programs, daily, during all shifts. Documents this training. Relates pertinent information from group voice mails and memos to all staff. Communication by writing/typing in log book/Therap, verbal communication in person and call staff when needed. Daily check of program books and third shift medication audit to be sure documentation occurred for previous shifts. Daily overnight voice mail audits, documentation of these audits and immediate report of breaches to the Facility Manager verbally and in writing. Provides direct care to individuals including medical, dietary, hygienic, behavioral supports, medication administration and teaching programs. Monthly calls to Business Office, by third day of month, to report the individual census. Prepares and presents reports, regarding responsible program site, at cluster meeting. Counts Cash On Hand upon arrival to shift and reports any inaccuracies immediately to the Coordinator. Maintains a safe and clean work environment and assures that agency property is well maintained and home is clean, orderly and safe. Provides nighttime and weekend supervision to program staff at group home and other homes in assigned cluster during scheduled hours. Works at least one weekend shift as indirect hours. Provides On-Call support during the 2 days per week that manager is off. May coordinate with manager for coverage at other times as needed. QUALIFICATIONS Associate's degree in Human Services, Special Education, or related field preferred. A high school diploma/GED with one year of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree. CERTIFICATIONS Valid CT Driver's License CPR and First Aid certification (or the ability to obtain this certification) PMT certification (or the ability to obtain this certification) SCHEDULE: Tu-F 12p-8p, Sa 8a-4p (40 FT) SALARY $19.59/hr. Rate increases to $20.04/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. Job Details Pay Type Hourly Education Level High School Hiring Min Rate 19.59 USD Hiring Max Rate 20.04 USD