Independent Living Coordinator

Job Details

Job Location:

FL
- Main Campus
- Lakeland, FL 33801

Position Type:
Full Time

Job Shift: Day

The Independent Living Coordinator (ILC) is an integral member of the Link Postsecondary Transition Program, advocating for accessibility and inclusion in the residential setting. Responsibilities include providing residential support, managing residential mentors, and facilitating classes that enhance independent living skills. The ILC implements protocols and safety measures, provides resources that contribute to a positive living experience, and participates in tasks that support students’ engagement and well‑being.

• Maintain personal spiritual disciplines.
• Be a role model by living a mature Christian lifestyle and continually growing in Christ.
• Adhere faithfully to all university policies and maintain a reputation above reproach.
• Demonstrate compassion, professionalism, and respect while working with students with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Foster an inclusive environment that promotes dignity, independence, and student growth.

• Operate a professional office by responding promptly to emails, phone calls, and student communications.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and support Independent Living Mentors.
• Coordinate mentor schedules, expectations, documentation, and ongoing development.
• Develop and maintain independent living curriculum, programming, and competency progression.
• Track and document student progress related to independent living competencies.
• Collaborate with University Housing staff regarding student accommodations, support needs, and residential concerns.
• Address student concerns through conflict mediation and problem‑solving within residential settings.
• Assist students in developing individualized independent living goals and transition plans.
• Collaborate with Link Program staff to plan and implement student orientation, mentor training, and other program initiatives.
• Develop procedures, resources, and systems that improve the effectiveness of independent living programming.
• Participate in conferences, retreats, and professional development opportunities.
• Participate in prospective family visits and admissions‑related events as needed.
• Communicate student concerns and significant updates to the Link Program Director in a timely manner.
• Meet regularly with the Link Program Director to review priorities, student progress, and departmental initiatives.
• Maintain and support University policies and procedures while exercising sound professional judgment.
• Participate fully in staff meetings, planning sessions, and collaborative program initiatives.

• Teach Link courses focused on independent living competencies.
• Provide engaging instruction in meal preparation, laundry, housekeeping, budgeting, organization, personal hygiene, health, transportation, daily routines, and self‑management skills.
• Coordinate practical learning experiences through classroom, residential, and community‑based instruction.
• Reinforce classroom instruction through experiential learning opportunities that promote increased independence.
• Support student transition planning related to housing and adult living.
• Participate in Link student events and activities that foster community engagement.

• Be knowledgeable of all relevant University policies and procedures.
• Effectively articulate the mission and philosophy of the University and the Link Program.
• Create a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment for students to develop confidence and independence.
• Assess student strengths and needs and provide individualized support that promotes growth.
• Encourage self‑advocacy, personal responsibility, and lifelong independent living skills.

• Required:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Education, Special Education, Social Work, Leadership, Psychology, Counseling, Higher Education, Ministry, Human Services, or a related field.
• Preferred:
  Master’s degree in a related field.

• Required:
  
  Minimum of one (1) year of experience working with college students, individuals with…