Job Descriptions
Toward Maximum Independence, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to staff diversity.
Basic qualifications for all jobs at TMI include the following:
A commitment to the agency's basic vision, mission, and
values as they are to be actualized in the lives of both the children
and adults we support.
A belief that all adults have the right and ability to work
at real jobs for real pay, that all children belong in families and that
all adults can live in the community, in a home of their own given the
supports they need to be successful.
Education and experience related to the field, or appropriate to the job or job specialty
Valid CPR and First Aid training.
California driver's license, automobile insurance and reliable transportation
A willingness to pursue training and certification deemed necessary based on the needs of the individual(s) supported. |
Facilitator
The Facilitator performs direct service and support under direct
supervision of the Coordinator and indirect supervision of the Director
of either the Employment Solutions or Community Living Services
Programs and the CEO/CFO. The qualified candidate has working knowledge
of supported employment/integrated work or community living and
philosophy of community based instruction.
Additional Qualifications Include:
BA/BS in human services or related area, or a combination of related practical experience and education.
One year experience working with individuals with disabilities preferably in a community setting or related experience. |
Lead Facilitator
The Lead Facilitator performs duties under direct supervision of a
Coordinator and indirect supervision of the Program Director and the
CEO, CFO. He/She serves as direct support to the facilitators. The
qualified candidate has working knowledge of integrated work, supported
employment or community living and philosophy of community-based
instruction. The candidate will supervise other facilitators. This is a
full time, exempt and salaried position.
Additional Qualifications Include:
BA / BS in human services related area and two years experience preferred or a
combination of practical experience and education equal to five years in developmental
disabilities in a community-based vocational program
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
The candidate demonstrates the ability to supervise other employees. |
Coordinator/Division Manager
The Employment Solutions Division Manager and Community Living
Services Coordinator perform duties under direct supervision of the
Program Director and indirect supervision of CEO, CFO. He/She directly
supervises Facilitators in the Integrated Work and/or in Employment
Services or Community Living. The qualified candidate has a working
knowledge of Employment Services and Integrated Work, or Community
Living and supports the philosophy of community-based vocational
instruction and/or community support services. He/she will have
extensive background in working with persons with severe disabilities,
as well as experience in job development and employer negotiations.
Additional Qualifications Include:
Minimum two years of experience working with individuals with
disabilities preferably in a community setting or related experience.
Supervisory experience in human services or in related area.
BA/BS in human services related area preferred, or equivalent
years of related experience maybe substituted, or a combination of
education and experience. |
Program Director
The Director of Community Living or Employment Solutions performs
duties under direct supervision of the CEO and in coordination with the
CFO and Director of Human Resources. He/She provides direct
supervision to all Coordinators/Division Managers and indirect
supervision to all Facilitators. The Director is responsible for design,
development and implementation of the futures planning process,
personalized living services and supports, or has extensive knowledge of
supported employment training and philosophy. The Director provides
direct supervision of administrative team, indirect supervision of
direct support staff, overall staff inservice training, staff evaluation
as well as development activities, and quality assurance. As program
liaison, the Director will work with state and local agencies to ensure
quality supports and compliance with county, state and federal
regulations and guidelines.
Additional Qualifications Include:
MA / MS / MSW /M Ed in human services or related field or LCSW (FSS ONLY)
Five years experience working directly with individuals with disabilities
Three to five years in administrative or supervisory capacity
Knowledge and experience in best practices which are consistent with the mission of TMI
Exceptional writing, organizational, management and communication skills |
Main Office: (858) 467-0600 - 4740 Murphy Canyon Rd., Suite 300, San Diego, CA 92123 - Fax: (858) 467-9059
TMI Escondido: (760) 839-5255 - 1900 Sunset Dr., Suite E, Escondido, CA 92025 - Fax: (760) 796-4771
TMI Temecula: (951) 296-2090 - 41707 Winchester Rd., Suite 304 Temecula, CA 92590 - Fax: (951) 296-3497
The Department of Developmental Services can be reached at: (616) 654-1987.
The DDS Website is located at:
www.dds.ca.gov/complaints.
Toward Maximum Independence, Inc. (TMI) does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age or disabilities in hiring practices or provision of services.
