Direct Support Professional

Marrakech Inc.•Trumbull, CT

28d•$19 - $20

About The Position

Marrakech is hiring Direct Support Professionals to support individuals with developmental and physical disabilities in a residential group home setting. The role helps people live safe and fulfilling lives while building trusting relationships that encourage independence and personal choice. Marrakech provides person-centered support and advocacy focused on quality of life, dignity, respect, meaningful connection, and independence. Paid training is provided, and experience supporting individuals with disabilities is helpful but not required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid Connecticut driver’s license.
Ability to obtain DDS Medication Certification, CPR, and First Aid.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

Assist with daily living skills, including personal care, meals, and routines.
Support medical needs and appointments.
Follow individualized support and behavior plans.
Encourage community involvement and social engagement.
Complete routine overnight safety checks for overnight staff.
Work collaboratively as part of a supportive team.

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, and Christmas.
Paid and unpaid leave for bereavement, jury duty, disaster relief volunteer work, family and non-FMLA medical leave, and 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.
DSP credentialing through the NADSP.
Tuition reimbursement and tuition discounts at local colleges and universities.
Access to various voluntary insurances and benefits.
Staff recognition program.
Dayforce Wallet (on-demand pay).
Marrakech’s Homeownership Program.
Perfect Attendance Bonus Program.
Recruitment Referral Bonus.
Corporate discount programs.