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Supervisor: GLC Coordinator -- Outpatient. Status: Non-exempt, full time or part time. Wage: $16.23 hourly, adjusted for experience. Number of Openings: Multiple. Locations: *Galesburg and Kalamazoo, MI. *Schedule: 8am-7pm, 8am-4:30 pm, 8am-1pm, or 12pm-7pm.

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 Outpatient Services Technicians provide direct behavioral services and one-on-one instruction to children and adolescents with autism in a classroom setting.

Entry level, full and part time, non-exempt status positions. Duties include: providing instruction with respect to specific skill building goals; providing supportive relationships with children and parents; conducting treatment sessions focused on areas such as pre-learner skills, preschool activities, social skills, and academic skills; teach and support Individuals Served to independently complete tasks such as personal hygiene and self-care; administering medications according to ROI procedures; providing personal and/or medical assistance as needed; teaching and role modeling appropriate behaviors and daily living skills; 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 for Employment:

• 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.

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.

Candidate 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.

Consistently arrive on time and as scheduled to the work site.

Ability to intervene in behavioral crises and assist with a wide array of physical needs.