Independent Living Mentor (OCT)

Job Details: Salary Range: Undisclosed, The Arc Jacksonville serves and advocates for individuals with intellectual and developmental differences to achieve their full potential and to participate in community life. ILM – Independent Living Mentor (OCT) The Arc Jacksonville is seeking Independent Living Mentors (ILMs) for the On Campus Transition (OCT) Program at the University of North Florida.

The OCT Program serves students ages 18–28 with intellectual differences, providing them the opportunity to experience college life in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Position Overview

Independent Living Mentors (ILMs) play a vital role in the OCT experience. ILMs live alongside students in campus housing and provide support during assigned shifts, including weeknights and weekends. This role requires flexibility, initiative, and strong judgment to best support student success and well-being. ILMs are essential to creating a meaningful and engaging college experience for OCT students, serving as both mentors and role models in their daily lives.

Reporting Structure: This position reports to the Student Services Coordinator and may also receive directions and support from other OCT staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Support students with daily living skills and routines
• Encourage independence and community integration
• Provide mentorship and social support
• Assist with transportation to events and activities
• Help plan, support, and provide input on student activities and events
• Use sound judgment to ensure the safety and well-being of all students
• Complete note-taking and documentation in the online system, including tracking student progress, recording incidents, and maintaining accurate records
• Check email and Microsoft Teams regularly; Teams is the primary platform for communication among staff and students Schedule & Compensation:
• Approximately 15–20 hours per week
• Evening Only: 5:30–10:00 p.m., 3 nights/week + 1 rotating weekend/month + 1 additional Saturday every other month. $400 biweekly. No overnight.
• Evening + Overnight: 5:30 p.m.–7:00 a.m., 3 nights/week + 1 rotating weekend/month + 1 additional Saturday every other month. $400 biweekly + housing. Overnight stays are required.

Qualifications

Qualifications & Requirements:

• High school diploma or current enrollment as a college student
• Must be 21 years of age or older with a valid driver’s license (required for transporting students)
• Ability to work evenings and weekends
• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic living/learning environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required, including the ability to communicate clearly, respectfully, and effectively with students, staff, and university partners.
• Strong judgment and decision-making skills related to student safety and support
• Passion for supporting individuals with intellectual differences Please note that all employees of The Arc Jacksonville must complete a background screening housed and managed by the Agency for Health Care Administration called the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. The Clearinghouse is a first-in-the-nation enterprise system for background screening results of individuals required by law to undergo screening for employment in positions that provide services to vulnerable populations, as mandated by section 435.12, Florida Statutes. To learn more and complete your screening, please visit info.flclearinghouse.com.