Supervisor: Assistant Program Coordinator, Program Coordinator. Status: Non-exempt, full-time or part-time. Wage: $16.23 hourly, adjusted for experience. Number of Openings: Multiple. Evening, overnight, and weekend shifts available.

At ROI, we are always looking for caring, compassionate and talented individuals to join our team.

Residential Opportunities, Inc. is a CARF-accredited non-profit agency that has provided housing, behavioral health and autism services in Southwest Michigan for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities? since 1978. ? ROI's focus is helping people realize their hopes, dreams and goals through a strong person and family centered approach proven successful in fostering and supporting a lifelong and strong connection with the community. We are committed to deliberate decision-making that rejects systemic racism. We believe that our greatest asset is our staff, as they have the ability to effect positive change in the lives of the people that we serve. Offering excellent benefits and an upbeat atmosphere, ROI is an amazing place to work if you are looking to make a difference, both in the lives of our residents and in your own life.

Our Mission: ROI partners with children and adults with disabilities and their families so they may live more meaningful, healthy and independent lives in their homes and communities.

Our Direct Support Professionals support adults who have developmental disabilities, mental health conditions, medical care needs, and/or physical disabilities in making day-to-day choices that lead to greater independence and community participation.

Entry level, full and part time, non-exempt status positions. Duties include: providing long-term, direct care services to assist adults with developmental and physical disabilities; providing personal and/or medical assistance when needed, including administering medications according to ROI procedures; role modeling appropriate behaviors and daily living skills; supporting Individuals Served to develop appropriate friendships and other meaningful relationships; teaching and supporting Individuals Served to complete tasks as independently as possible, such as personal hygiene, housekeeping, meal assistance, personal finance, social and leisure activities, and vocational/employment goals; and more.

Paid training is provided to all new hires. During your first few weeks of employment, you will take a number of in-person classes, virtual classes over Zoom, and self-paced online courses. Your supervisor will also schedule you for on-site orientations. Trainings include (but are not limited to): CPR/First Aid, nutrition, medication administration, crisis intervention, driving safety, and the legal rights and protections of Individuals Served. Trainings vary by position.

Requirements:

• You must be 18 years of age or older.
• You must possess a High School diploma/GED. You will be required to provide proof of said education through original diploma or official transcripts.
• U.S. Work Authorization.
• Approved driver status as determined by ROI preferred.

The Individuals we serve are part of a vulnerable population. As such, and in accordance with Michigan law, all candidates are required to clear a criminal history check before employment. All candidates are also required to provide ROI with three (3) references and/or letters of reference before their first day.

Qualifications:

Ability to achieve and maintain required trainings and certifications including, but not limited to, medication certification, CPR & First Aid, and physical intervention techniques.

Possess effective communication skills.

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