Independent Living Coordinator

Winthrop University • Rock Hill, SC

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About The Position

Develops instructional materials and monitoring tools to support growth in areas such as conflict resolution, housekeeping, nutrition and personal hygiene. Coordinates the efforts of residential peer mentors and other supporting staff. Maintains individual data on student progress toward individualized goals. Assesses and addresses scaffolding needs for individuals and groups to achieve goals. Generates reports for program evaluation, university administration and other stakeholders. Creates and implements programming in such areas as wellness, community engagement and navigating independent living services. Provides students with opportunities for practical skill application in real-life settings on and off campus. Collaborates with residential peer mentors and staff to deliver programming.

Requirements

• High school diploma and six years of experience working in primary or secondary education and/or with individuals with intellectual disabilities
• Associate’s degree and four years of experience in primary or secondary education and/or with individuals with intellectual disabilities
• Bachelor’s degree and two years of experience in primary or secondary education and/or with individuals with intellectual disabilities
• Valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Develops instructional materials and monitoring tools to support growth in areas such as conflict resolution, housekeeping, nutrition and personal hygiene.
• Coordinates the efforts of residential peer mentors and other supporting staff.
• Maintains individual data on student progress toward individualized goals.
• Assesses and addresses scaffolding needs for individuals and groups to achieve goals.
• Generates reports for program evaluation, university administration and other stakeholders.
• Creates and implements programming in such areas as wellness, community engagement and navigating independent living services.
• Provides students with opportunities for practical skill application in real-life settings on and off campus.
• Collaborates with residential peer mentors and staff to deliver programming.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED