Basic Needs Program Coordinator
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The person holding this position may be considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
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Food+Shelter+Success
This is a one-year probationary position.
Full-Time
Monday through Friday; from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
$5,540.00 Per Month, ($66,480.00 Annually)
Salary is commensurate with experience.
Under general direction of the Director for the Basic Needs Office the Basic Needs Program Coordinator (BNPC) supports the development and implementation of SF State’s student basic needs programming aimed at addressing student food and housing insecurity. The BNPC is responsible for the planning, coordination, daily operations, and evaluation of these diverse student programs in collaboration with on- and off-campus partners. The BNPC will oversee the basic needs requests from the care & support intake form and help navigate student referrals to the rest of the Basic Needs team. This also includes working with the financial aid office to allocate homeless prevention funds and basic needs emergency funds to students needing this resource. The BNPC works collaboratively to further develop sustainable student programs that promotes dignity, minimizes marginalization, advances student success, and focuses on closing the educational equity gap for an ethnically and culturally diverse student population. The incumbent is responsible for marketing and outreach to increase visibility of student challenges and resources in a manner that promotes health equity, social justice, cultural humility, and diversity concepts. The BNPC also supervises student assistants, and/or advises student volunteers.
Knowledge and Abilities: The following knowledge and abilities, as well as those listed at the lower levels in the Student Services Professional series, are required for appointment into this classification: thorough knowledge of the principles of individual and group behavior; general knowledge of the principles, practices and trends of the Student Services field, as well as general knowledge of the policies, procedures, and practices of the program area to which assigned; general knowledge of individual counseling techniques; general knowledge, or the ability to rapidly acquire such knowledge, of the organizational procedures and activities of the specific campus to which the position is assigned; working knowledge of student services programs outside the program to which immediately assigned; ability to analyze complex situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action; advise students individually and in groups on complex student–related matters; determine appropriate courses of action and proper techniques to utilize while engaged with individuals in personal interactions of an argumentative or sensitive nature; interpret and evaluate descriptions and explanations of problems brought forward by individuals or student organizations, analyze and define the problem, draw valid conclusions and project consequences of various alternative courses of action; carry out a variety of professionally complex assignments without detailed instructions; and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with a variety of individuals.
Experience: Possession of these knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated through the equivalent of three years of progressively responsible professional student services work experience. One year in the program area to which assigned may be preferred but is not required. A master’s degree in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Social Work, or a directly related field may be substituted for one year of experience. A doctorate degree and the appropriate internship or clinical training in counseling or guidance may be substituted for the three years of experience for positions with a major responsibility for professional career or personal counseling.
Education: Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in a related field, including or supplemented by upper division or graduate course work in counseling techniques, interviewing, and conflict resolution where such are job-related.
Incumbent must be able to competently interact with a culturally and ethnically diverse population of students, faculty and staffs. Some evening and weekend hours may be required.
This position requires the successful completion of a background check.
Applicants must be able to provide proof of US Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States, within three business days from their date of hire.
Threaded through our Total Compensation package is a commitment to Bridging Life's Transitions. SF State is committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive program that rewards efforts that are appreciated by your colleagues, students and the customers we serve.
We offer a competitive compensation package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Pension, 401k, Healthcare Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Vacation and Sick Leave as well as State Holidays and a dynamic Fee Waiver program, all geared towards the University's commitment to attract, motivate and retain our employee.
Eligible and qualified on-campus applicants, currently in bargaining units 2, 5, 7, and 9 are given hiring preference.
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Thank you for your interest in employment with California State University (CSU). CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California. Because of this, CSU prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California with very limited exception. While this position may be eligible for occasional telework, all work is expected to be performed in the state of California, and this position is assigned to on-campus operations.
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Please note that this position, position requirements, application deadline and/or any other component of this position is subject to change or cancellation at any time.
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