Assistant Program Coordinator, Independent Living Services

If you have a caring heart and a passion for helping others, PathPoint may be the place for you! We're hiring a full-time Assistant Program Coordinator to help lead our Independent Living Services (ILS) team in San Luis Obispo, CA. Our Residential programs support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities by teaching independent living skills in a group setting or through one-on-one support in their homes. Services include assisting with cooking, budgeting, scheduling medical appointments, coordinating benefits, and other daily living skills based on individual goals.

In this role, you'll coordinate services, assist with staff supervision, and provide direct support. This is a great opportunity to grow your leadership skills while making a meaningful impact. The ideal candidate has strong organizational and interpersonal skills and a commitment to PathPoint's mission.

• Train and support Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), address individual concerns, and co-facilitate staff meetings and trainings.
• Review program referrals, complete intake and orientation, and maintain accurate records.
• Develop and oversee long-term goals and short-term objectives for individuals in the program.
• Serve as a liaison with funding agencies, service providers, and families, providing regular updates.
• Provide support in key areas such as apartment upkeep, emergency preparedness, shopping, budgeting, social skills, and mobility training.
• Assist individuals with benefits and healthcare matters, including SSI, SSA, SSDI, Medicare/Medi-Cal, and subsidized housing applications.

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree (BA) in Psychology, Education or related field preferred.
• Minimum of two years' experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities required.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred but not required.
• Tech savvy and proficient in word processing and spreadsheet software
• Strong planning and organization skills
• Ability to respond to emergencies outside of regularly scheduled hours, including weekends
• Culturally aware, acknowledges diverse employee backgrounds, possesses skills to collaborate across cultures, and avoids biased assumptions based on cultural differences.
• Must hold a valid California driver's license with satisfactory driving record and at least 5 years of driving experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, and we offer reasonable accommodations to support successful employment to those with disabilities.

Pre-employment background checks and health screenings will only be required post-offer.