Resident Advisor/ Independent Living Skills (ILS) Coordinator

College Living Experience of San Diego LLC•San Diego, CA

5d•$64,000 - $66,000•Onsite

About The Position

Young Adult Transition Program | Housing Stipend Job Type: Full-time Work Location: In person – San Diego, CA Total Compensation: approximately $64,000–$66,000 annually College Living Experience This role requires living in the same apartment community as CLE students while maintaining your own private apartment. Help Neurodiverse Young Adults Build Independence and Confidence Are you looking for a job where your work truly matters, every day is different, and you get to be part of a fun and supportive community? College Living Experience (CLE) is a comprehensive transitional support program for neurodiverse young adults, including students with autism, ADHD, and learning differences. Our students attend local colleges while developing the life skills needed to live independently and pursue meaningful adult lives. Through mentorship, coaching, and real-world learning experiences, CLE staff help students strengthen academic, social, career, and independent living skills. We are seeking a full-time Resident Advisor/ ILS Coordinator to join our San Diego team and support students as they transition to independent living while attending college. The Resident Advisor/ ILS Coordinator leads the independent living skills program for the San Diego center, providing student coaching while coaching ILS instructors and coordinating life skills services. They also provide individualized coaching in areas such as daily living routines, organization, budgeting, and community engagement while helping maintain a safe and structured residential environment. Our students are a wonderfully diverse group of people — video game aficionados, artists, creative writers, craft enthusiasts, pizza and taco connoisseurs, karaoke fans, and students discovering new interests for the first time. A big part of the role is helping students connect with those interests and build a community around them. This role is ideal for someone early in their career or for someone looking to build experience in education, psychology, counseling, disability services, or student life. We are also open to flexible scheduling for graduate students who are looking to gain hands-on experience while pursuing advanced studies. Why People Love Working at CLE Working at CLE means being part of a collaborative team dedicated to helping students reach meaningful milestones in their lives. Staff support students across four key areas of development: Every day is different. You’ll spend time mentoring students, helping them build practical life skills, and exploring the community together. You get to see real growth. Watching students gain confidence and independence is one of the most rewarding parts of the job. You can be creative in how you engage students. Staff often turn their own hobbies and interests into activities that help students connect and grow. You get paid to do fun things in the community. From local events to game nights to karaoke, supporting students often means joining them in the activities they enjoy. You’re part of a supportive team. CLE teams value collaboration, flexibility, and recognizing the strengths each person brings to the work. Resident Advisors/ ILS Coordinator help students develop routines, strengthen life skills, and gain confidence navigating everyday situations. Much of the work takes place in real-world environments such as apartment communities, grocery stores, campus events, and local activities where students practice the skills needed for independent adulthood. What Makes This Role Unique • Work directly with college students in real-life settings rather than a clinic or classroom • Support students attending local colleges while building independence in their community • Combine mentorship, life skills coaching, and community engagement • Join a collaborative team supporting students across academic, career, social, and independent living domains • Receive a housing stipend while living in the student apartment community The Role The Resident Advisor/ ILS Coordinator supports students as they develop independence and navigate college life. This role combines mentorship, life skills coaching, and residential oversight to ensure students have the support and structure needed to succeed. The position also includes on-call responsibilities to support student safety and well-being outside regular hours.

Requirements

Possess a valid driver’s license
Have at least one year of licensed driving experience
Meet company motor vehicle insurance requirements
Bachelor’s degree in psychology, education, social work, counseling, or a related field
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to build supportive relationships while encouraging student independence
Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience working with neurodiverse individuals or young adults preferred
Experience supervising, mentoring, or coordinating staff preferred

Responsibilities

Provide individualized instruction in independent living skills such as meal planning, home organization, budgeting, and self-care routines
Help students develop tools for time management, conflict resolution, and self-monitoring strategies
Conduct weekly coaching sessions with assigned students
Support students in building routines and accountability for daily responsibilities
Conduct scheduled and as-needed student check-ins to support safety, well-being, and conflict resolution
Assist students in managing medication routines and prescription refills when needed
Support housing responsibilities including rental applications, communication with property management, and maintaining organized living environments
Serve as a positive ambassador for CLE’s housing model during tours with prospective students and families
Supervise and mentor Independent Living Skills (ILS) instructors
Provide training, guidance, and regular check-ins with staff
Assist with interviewing and hiring new team members when needed
Coordinate ILS schedules and ensure student services are delivered effectively
Facilitate and supervise social outings and activities that encourage community participation
Support students in navigating transportation options, encouraging public transit when possible
Ensure students are prepared for emergencies and understand safety procedures
Maintain accurate student documentation including progress notes, financial trackers, and living skills inventories
Serve as an advisor to designated students by maintaining communication with families and funding sources
Attend progress meetings and contribute to student planning
Schedule ILS supports and coordinate weekly student services
Supervise, train, and meet regularly with Independent Living Skills (ILS) instructors
Assist with interviewing and hiring new team members when needed
Participate in weekly staff and Independent Living Skills team meetings
Collaborate with staff across program areas to ensure student needs are met effectively
Responding to student needs or emergencies
Supporting healthcare or safety situations
Coordinating emergency transportation if needed
Providing occasional overnight support when necessary
Ensuring students are prepared with basic emergency plans and safety procedures