Lead Program Counselor - Branford

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 Program Counselor will schedule direct care staff. They will also provide direct care to persons with developmental and physical disabilities. They will implement behavior programs and other habilitative programs. They will facilitate and promote community integration.

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

• Oversees the purchase of food for individuals, and ensures that dietary requirements are met for individuals.
• Demonstrates and implements incidental teaching.
• Facilitates teamwork in implementing individual program goals.
• Implements a daily schedule incorporating daily living skills and community experience.
• Coordinates in house recreation and community outings based on individual's interests.
• Provides direct care to individuals including medical, dietary, hygienic, behavioral supports and teaching programs.
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment and assures that agency property is well maintained; home is clean, orderly and safe.
• Maintains calendar of medical appointments, staff schedule, cleansing schedule, menus, and program implementation schedule.
• Coordinates and follows up to ensure that medical appointment recommendations are implemented.
• Coordinates and follows up to ensure that meaningful recreation and leisure activities are offered to the individuals.
• Follows the procedures, protocols, and policies as outlined in the Personnel Policies and Program Policy and Procedures manuals.
• Lifts, transfers, and positions individuals when required as stipulated in service plans.
• Assures that all schedules are followed and implemented as written.
• Ensures that the home is compliance with all licensing requirements.
• Ensures that the staff schedule is within the budget guidelines and meets the special consideration requirements.
• Completes monthly program reviews.
• Implements behavioral and goal programs daily.
• Documents case notes, communication logs, programs, incident reports, abuse and neglect reports, safety reports, fire drills, and other required documentation.
• Implements Physical/Psychological Management Training as required.
• Drives vehicles safely.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Valid CT Drivers License
• The ability to obtain the following:
  
  
  
  • Department of Developmental Services - medication certification
  • Public Service License valid for the State of Connecticut (if applicable)
  • CPR and First Aid certification
  • PMT certification
  
  
  
  

SCHEDULE

• Tu-F 11a-7p, Sa 8a-4p (40 FT)

SALARY

• $19.02/hr. Rate Increases to $19.46/hr

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.

• Branford, CT, USA