About Us:

ROI Staff

ROI's greatest asset is the character of the people who make up the organization. To the people we serve, they are more than assistants and caregivers; they are friends, companions and confidants. To us, they are more than staff; they are a constant source of inspiration.

Currently, ROI employs over 350 people in a variety of positions including direct care, nursing and administration. Each team is led by a highly qualified Program Director and overseen by ROI's Executive Director and Assistant Directors. Available positions are listed under on the employment page.

Directors

Scott Schrum, Chief Executive Officer Scott has served as the Chief Executive Officer for ROI since 1988 and worked for ROI for five years prior to moving into the Director position. He has a BA and MA in psychology from Western Michigan University. Prior to working for ROI, he worked in special education and community mental health.

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Becky Lopez, Chief Operating Officer Becky joins us from Borgess Medical Center after 25 years as Administrative Director of Behavioral Medicine Services. Becky has her BA in Psychology from California State University and her MA in Counseling from Western Michigan University. She has been actively involved with ROI for many years, and served as a Board member.

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Sue Grinder, Chief Financial Officer Sue joined ROI in June of 2003. Prior to that, she spent five years as the Business Manager for Kalamazoo Valley Community College, eight years with National City (now PNC) in various positions and another seven years as Accounting Manager for Bill Knapp's General Office in Battle Creek. She is a Certified Bank Auditor and has served on the Board of Directors for local non-profit organizations.

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Bev Reed, Community Living Services (CLS) Program Director Bev joined the ROI team in 1988 as the CLS Program Director. Prior to her arrival in Michigan that same year, she was employed with the Specialized Training Program at the University of Oregon where she had earned a MA in Special Education. Her employment in the mental health field has spanned 35 years in a variety of positions serving children and adults with disabilities in Ohio, Oregon and Michigan.

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Susan Clayborn, Alternative Living Service (ALS) Program Director Susan has served as the ALS Program Director for ROI since 1990, and worked for ROI for 5 years prior to moving into the Program Director position. Her undergraduate degrees from Western Michigan University are in the fields of Psychology and Criminal Justice. Prior to working for ROI, she worked in special education, the Virginia mental health system, and residential services.

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Doug King, Personalized Living Services (PLS) Program Director Doug has worked in the Mental Health field for over 20 years. He has been a Program Director for 12 years. Prior to this position, Doug was a staff member of Project Outreach, a program designed to assist individuals with extremely challenging behaviors. He has a BA in psychology from Western Michigan University.

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Tom Ihling, Residential Opportunities Inc. - Director of Properties

For information on our current plans and goals for ROI please view this link to our accessibility plan.

Board of Directors
ROI is lead by members of the community who have an interest in inclusion, personal growth, and increased independence for people with disabilities. Members of the ROI Board of Directors oversee the operation of ROI, approve business decisions, and work to promote the interests of the people we serve.

Wayne Fuqua, President
Jane Bilicki, Vice President
Sue Valentine, Treasurer
Jim Johnson, Secretary
Greg St. Arnauld, Past-President
Joe Bower
Linda Havens
Amy Knapp
Barb Miller
Kip Miller
Dick Nagle
Mark Rozek
Dave Schnelker
Katie Stryker-Clark
Lenora Webster

Staff Support: Sue Grinder, Ross Hamilton, Tom Ihling, Becky Lopez and Scott Schrum