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Residential Opportunities, Inc. Behavior Technician - Intensive Residential Program in Kalamazoo, Michigan

Supervisor: Intensive Treatment Manager. Status: Non-exempt, part time & full time. Wage: Hourly wage begins at $21.63 to $24.04, adjusted for relevant education and experience. Number of Openings: Multiple. Evening, overnight, and weekend shifts available.

Our Intensive Residential Technicians provide one-on-one and group support to children and adolescents with autism and severe behavioral challenges in a residential care setting.

Full and part time, non-exempt status positions. Duties include: implementing behavioral interventions for Individuals Served who demonstrate severe challenging behaviors including, but not limited to, physical aggression toward self and others and property damage; assisting Individuals in obtaining greater independence and community participation; providing personal and/or medical assistance as needed; teaching and role modeling appropriate behaviors and daily living skills; teaching and supporting Individuals to independently complete tasks such as personal hygiene, meal assistance, social and leisure activities, academic programs, coping skills, appropriate waiting, and others; administering medications according to ROI procedure; providing input for developing program plans and implementing said plans; establishing a collaborative relationship with Individuals Served, families, and staff; 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.

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.

Preferred:

  • Bachelor's degree with coursework in at least 2 college courses relating to child/adolescent development, applied behavior analysis, psychology of learning, education and/or communication disorders.
  • Approved driver status as determined by ROI.

Qualifications:

  • Ability to achieve and maintain required trainings and certifications including, but not limited to, medication certification, CPR & First Aid, and physical intervention techniques.
  • Ability to intervene in behavioral crises and assist with a wide array of physical needs.
  • Possess effective communication skills.
  • Consistently arrive on time and as scheduled to the work site.
  • 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

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