TIL Lead Direct Support Coordinator

Priority Application Deadline June 29, 2024. Position will remain open until filled.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

The following duties are typical of those performed by employees in the classification, however, employees may perform other related duties not listed and not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each employee.

Assist students assigned to the TIL program in acquisition of independent living skills.

Support students in taking medication. Follow procedure for teaching self-administration of medication.

Under the direction of the Direct Support Facilitator, support functional team in implementation of medication procedures.

Under the direction of the Direct Support Facilitator, support students in implementing personal finance curriculum including budgeting, completing ledgers, and following processes used to teach personal finance.

Implement curriculum in group, individual, on-and-off campus settings

Coordinate services with support staff assigned to teach independent living skills to students.

Supports completion of functional assessments for functional tasks and may be asked to facilitate academic seminars.

Assist students in learning public transportation. Transport students when a form of public transportation is not available.

Assist students with completion of forms and following procedures.

Observe, evaluate, and document student progress.

Maintain appropriate records.

Maintain and care for equipment and facilities.

Participate in Individual Service & Behavioral Support (ISP) meetings with representative of Regional Centers.

Provide advisement on a para-professional level to students with disabilities.

Conducts student applicant screening and interviews.

Understand industry rules, regulations, safety and procedures.

Serves as an advocate for disabled students with related community agencies and various components of the college community.

Make recommendations and assess student growth and learning outcomes.

Maintains security of students, facilities and equipment.

Completion of medication administering training and the ability to follow the TIL medication process.

Administers First Aid and CPR when necessary.

Knowledge and ability to complete all duties assigned to the Direct Support Coordinator role to ensure appropriate levels of student support at all times.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

AA Degree or equivalent and 2 years of experience working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

First Aid and CPR certification within 6 months of employment.

Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic background of community college students.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to develop rapport with students having developmental disabilities.

Willingness to assist students and promote good relationships.

Ability to demonstrate fairness and patience in performance of duties.

Ability to use tact and good judgment regarding interactions with students.

1 year of experience using Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.

1 year experience with programs that support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, i.e.Social Security, Medi-Cal, and Regional Center.

Ability to develop rapport with students having developmental disabilities.

Willingness to assist students and promote good relationships.

Ability to demonstrate fairness and patience in performance of duties.

Ability to use tact and good judgment regarding interactions with students.

Possess or obtain Certificate or Degree in Disability Services or related field

Knowledge of:

Programs designed for special populations with an emphasis on adults with developmental disabilities

Principals and implementation of person-centered planning.

Crisis intervention skills.

Safety and emergency procedures.

Empirical tools related to independent living programs

How Title 5, 12, 17 and 22 is applied.

Community agencies and services provided to individuals with disabilities.

Taft College safety and emergency procedures

Ability to:

Communicate effectively with students, community members, parents and staff.

Assist students to develop their fullest potential to meet the challenges of todays workforce

Organize meaningful curriculum and instructional activities for adults having developmental disabilities

Develop and maintain a positive rapport with the students and community members

Provide students with safe transportation

Follow routine maintenance schedules

To see for purposes of reading laws, codes, rules, policies, other printed matter, and observing students.

To assess individual independent living skills and train students in independent living areas.

To obtain First Aid and CPR certification

To develop rapport with students having developmental disabilities.

Assist students with conflict resolution and promote good relationships.

Demonstrate fairness and patience in performance of duties.

Use tact and good judgment regarding interactions with students.

Develop a rapport with a variety of stakeholders.

Work at a desk, a conference table, or in meetings of various configurations.

Stand and circulate for extended periods of time.

Hear and understand speech at normal levels.

Communicate so others students/employees/public will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation.

Lift and carry 50 lbs.

Reach in all directions.

Reasonable accommodations will be made for candidates with physical disabilities.

ENVIRONMENT

The Transition to Independent Living program is a post-secondary educational experience for intellectually and developmentally disabled adults staffed 24 hours per day, seven days a week and may be closed during college academic breaks. Instruction is offered in meal preparation, money management, shopping and housekeeping, use of appliances, safety, communication, transportation, personal care, advocacy, and interpersonal relationships, and other areas. The program is primarily on the Taft College campus.

SUPERVISION

Supervision is received from TIL management. May take or give work directions on projects as assigned. This position has no supervisory duties.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The West Kern Community College District is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District is dedicated to a policy of nondiscrimination and, as such, is an equal opportunity employer. Veterans, women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. This employer participates in E-Verify.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS IN ADDITION TO APPLICATION

Resume.

Cover Letter.

Three (3) Professional References, including most recent supervisor.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The salary range for the position is a Range 15 on the Classified Salary Schedule with a range of $22.31-$25.83 per hour. This is a full-time, 12-month position.

West Kern Community College District offers a comprehensive fringe benefits program that includes District paid medical, dental and vision coverage for all employees and their dependents, as well as a generous vacation plan. Employees are eligible for membership in either CalPERS or CalSTRS retirement systems.

ENVIRONMENT

The Transition to Independent Living program is a post-secondary educational experience for intellectually and developmentally disabled adults staffed 24 hours per day, seven days a week and may be closed during college academic breaks. Instruction is offered in meal preparation, money management, shopping and housekeeping, use of appliances, safety, communication, transportation, personal care, advocacy, and interpersonal relationships, and other areas. The program is primarily on the Taft College campus.

SUPERVISION

Supervision is received from the TIL Direct Support Facilitator and TIL Program Director. May take or give work directions on projects as assigned. This position has no supervisory duties.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The West Kern Community College District is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District is dedicated to a policy of nondiscrimination and, as such, is an equal opportunity employer. Veterans, women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. This employer participates in E-Verify.