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.

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.
• 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.
• Knowledge of how to operate basic home appliances and office equipment.
• Work independently in the absence of direct supervision.
• Demonstrate ability to appropriately communicate to families and support staff of Individuals Served.

Benefits:

• Paid sick leave
• Paid vacation
• Agency paid training
• 403(b) retirement plan with a 3% agency match
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Disability insurance availability
• Agency paid life insurance
• Medical flexible spending
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Referral bonus
• Overtime & Holiday pay
• Family Medical Leave eligibility

Apply online at: https://www.residentialopportunities.org/join-our-team/employment-opportunities

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $16.23 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Overnight shift
• Overtime

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person