Direct Support Coordinator

Direct Support Coordinator Part-time 28 hours per week, 11 months per year Priority Application Deadline : November 12, 2025.Position will remain open until filled. DISCLAIMER This program is categorically funded and continued employment is contingent on adequate availability of funds. DEFINITION Under general supervision, the primary function of the Direct Support Coordinator is to assist the TIL program management with implementation of the functional aspect of the Transition to Independent Living (TIL) program. Employees in this class provide supplemental educational and life skills assistance to students under the direction of an instructor; may assist instruction in classroom setup and maintenance of facilities, supplies and recordkeeping; accompany students on community excursions, to medical appointments, job sites, leisure activities and other off campus locations to help students become integrated into society. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES The following duties are typical of those performed by employees in this class, however, employees may perform other related duties not listed and not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each employee.

• Assist in the implementation and development of the functional component of the Transition to Independent Living Program.
• Complete initial assessment and periodic evaluation (grades) of students.
• Serve as a resource for students; referring to appropriate campus resources. (Counselor, DSPS, etc)
• Support students in community and campus membership. May include : serving as health and wellness coach (workout buddy, mobility training, etc...), serving as a social coach (attending social activities with students)
• Models appropriate social behavior.
• Support students in academically (assist with time management, accessing tutoring services, etc)
• May include assistance and support with any outside class work; support students in completing assignments.
• Assist and trains students in the maintenance and care of equipment and facilities.
• Assist students in developing self-advocacy skills : communication with peers, instructors, managers, etc.
• Assist students in acquiring personal finance skills (budgeting, banking, check writing, paying bills.)
• Responsible for the safety and welfare of students assigned to the program.
• Use electronic records management software to maintain accurate student records including attendance.
• Assists students with taking medications on schedule and in appropriate dosages.
• Assist students in scheduling regular healthcare appointments.
• When needed, accompany students to medical / dental appointments.
• Report emergencies, following established procedures.
• Review and maintain medical assistance records
• Document and report special incidents to appropriate agencies and staff.
• Administer First Aid and CPR, if necessary.
• Report abuse / harassment to appropriate agencies / staff.
• Complete appropriate help desk tickets as needed for minor repairs and maintenance of office equipment or facilities.
• Report emergencies following established processes and procedures.
• Transport students, as assigned, following established procedures and ensuring student safety is paramount.
• Facilitate student activities on weekends / evenings and / or Taft College vacation days, as assigned.
• Perform related duties as assigned

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WORKING CONDITIONS Assignments are 11 months per year and 28 hours per week. May be assigned to a specific residence hall. Work may be indoors or outdoors to meet the students and college schedule. Work schedule may vary to include days, evenings or weekends and may include assigned overtime. Will be required to follow proper safety precautions and college safety procedures. During scheduled student or college breaks, may be assigned other duties or assignments for the college. May require extra hours to be worked which may include evening or weekend hours throughout the year. May involve travel, to include field trips with students, assisting students with appointments, attending workshops, training or meetings. Physical Requirements :

Reasonable accommodations will be made for candidates and employees with physical disabilities. ENVIRONMENT The Transition to Independent Living program is an educational residence hall experience for intellectually and developmentally disabled adults staffed 20 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 and interpersonal relationships. 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. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS Range 13 on the Classified Employees Salary Schedule, with a starting range of $22.47-24.47 per hour. This position is part-time and is not eligible for participation in District health and welfare programs. As a District employee, you will be eligible for participation in the CalPers retirement system. To apply, please complete the online application through https : / / www.taftcollege.edu / about / offices-departments / human-resources / job-opportunities / index.php Applications must include the following :

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