Residential Support Staff

Marrakech, Inc.; Norwalk, Northern (CT, KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K and Profit Sharing

Education Benefits (DSP NADSP)

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance (full‑t

Discount Programs

Job summary

Marrakech, Inc. in Norwalk, CT is seeking compassionate staff to provide direct care within our Supportive Living Services program. You will implement behavioral and habilitation plans while promoting community integration and safety, working closely with a team to support residents.

The role emphasizes hands-on care, daily living support, and coordination of medical needs, with opportunities for certification and career growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 3–6 months related experience or training.
• CPR and First Aid certification required.
• Valid Connecticut Driver’s License.
• Medication Certification to be obtained within six months of hire.
• Public Service License valid for Connecticut (if applicable).
• Employer-sponsored medical, dental, vision and life insurance for full-time employees.
• 401K and profit sharing plan.
• Educational benefits including DSP Credentialing via NADSP, tuition reimbursement and discounts.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with developmental and physical disabilities.
• Implement behavior and other habilitation programs.
• Facilitate community integration and promote safety.
• Address medical health issues, schedule and coordinate appointments, and transport when needed.
• Assist with daily activities and personal hygiene.
• Support meal preparation per prescribed diets and food safety procedures.
• Assist in completing individual assessments and model positive community roles.

Skills

Understanding human systems

Growth and goal attainment

Interventions for disabilities

Process skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

3–6 months related experience or training

Job description

Posted Friday, August 14, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Our Vision:

We envision a world where every individual is valued for their inherent worth-regardless of ability or circumstance and has equitable access and support to lead a life of their own design.

Start a career in Human Services!

SUMMARY

We are looking for staff to provide direct care to persons with developmental and physical disabilities in our Supportive Living Services Program. This person will be responsible for implementing behavior programs and other habilitation programs, and also facilitating and promoting community integration and safety.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure individuals’ medical 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.
• Assist individuals in daily activities including daily hygiene functions.
• Implement behavioral goals, teaching strategies, monitoring procedures, exercise programs and other team recommended programs and procedures.
• Assist in the completion of individual assessments.
• Model positive adult roles in the community
• Foster community belonging through person-centered appropriate activities
• Asks for assistance from co-workers and supervisors when unsure of job duties and refers to program policies and procedures for job clarification.
• Supervises and assists in the preparation of food for individuals following special prescribed diets and food consistency. Implements eating procedures as written, if applicable.
• Overnight awake staff is required to complete hourly safety checks on the individual
• Assis individuals in community integration and improving their overall quality of life.

REQUIREMENTS:

PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES

• 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.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Valid Connecticut Driver’s License
• Ability to obtain the following licenses/certifications:
• Department of Developmental Services - Medication Certification (to be obtained within six months of hire)
• Public Service License valid for the state of Connecticut (if applicable)
• CPR and First Aid certification
• Paid time off (PTO) and Dedicated Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Thanksgiving
• Paid and Unpaid Leave for:
• Bereavement
• Jury Duty
• 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.