General Information
| Job Description | STDT LIFE DEV SPEC 3 | Working Title | Basic Needs Housing Specialist |
|---|---|---|---|
| Job Code | 004564 | Grade | 19 |
| Department Name | Student Basic Needs - D02082 | Department Head | Sesley Lewis |
| Supervisor | Sesley Lewis | Effective Date | 03/27/2023 |
Position(s) Directly Supervised
| Job Code | Title | FTE |
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Generic Scope
| Experienced professional who knows how to apply theory and put it into practice with in-depth understanding of the professional field; independently performs the full range of responsibilities within the function; possesses broad job knowledge; analyzes problems/issues of diverse scope and determines solutions. |
Custom Scope
| Using knowledge and skills as a seasoned, experienced Student Services professional, performs the full range of duties and responsibilities within a Student Life specialization. Assesses situations and determines appropriate action or referral. Works independently under general supervision to provide information and interpretation of complex policies, procedures and regulations. Identifies and responds to student needs for programs, services, and crisis intervention. |
Department Custom Scope
| Under the guidance of the Basic Needs Director, the Basic Needs Housing Specialist is responsible for providing services to all University of California, Riverside students who are currently experiencing homelessness or are housing displaced. The incumbent's primary responsibility is to support students in accessing and identifying temporary and permanent housing solutions, and to establish meaningful connections with campus and community housing partners. |
Education & Experience Requirements
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
| Master's degree. | Preferred |
| Masters degree in social work, community health, higher education, human services, or related field. | Preferred |
Experience Requirements
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| 4 - 7 years of related experience. | Required |
| Previous experience with basic needs initiatives in higher education. | Preferred |
| Experience in interviewing, engagement, assessment, planning and advocacy | Required |
| Experience working with multiple stakeholders to develop a common vision and implementation plan. | Preferred |
| Experience with data collection, analysis, and reporting. | Required |
License Requirements
| License | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Valid Driver License | Preferred |
Certification Requirements
| Certification | Requirement |
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Educational Condition Requirements
| Condition | Requirement |
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Key Responsibilities
| Description | % Time |
|---|---|
Independently resolves moderate complex individual cases regarding student affairs or student life.
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30 |
| Work alongside Basic Needs Director to develop and implement procedures and policies related to students experiencing houseless/homelessness. Develops and updates resource guide for community based housing resources. Use US Department of Housing and Development (HUD) tools and ensure compliance with data standards and record-keeping as required by HUD. | 30 |
| Provides recommendations, reports, and metrics on feasibility of new and current programs. | 20 |
Develops and maintains relationships with internal and external organization stakeholders critical to program success.
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10 |
| Other duties as assigned/as needed | 10 |
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
| Knowledge/Skill/Ability | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Demonstrated ability to interact sensitively and respectfully within a diverse environment. | Required |
| Strong communication and collaboration skills; Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing to a wide variety of stakeholders. | Required |
| Ability to successfully manage and coordinate multiple responsibilities and simultaneous duties. | Required |
| Strong skills in case management | Required |
| Thorough knowledge of advising and counseling techniques. | Required |
| Abilities in project management, problem identification and reasoning skills. | Required |
| Thorough knowledge of Student Affairs/Student Life specialization. | Required |
| Effective interpersonal skills to interact effectively with diverse client groups. | Required |
| Ability to develop original ideas to solve problems. | Required |
| Effective organizational skills. | Required |
| Ability to work independently | Required |
| Skills in judgment and decision-making, problem solving, identifying measures of system performance and the actions to improve performance. | Required |
| Understanding or experience ushering new initiatives and successfully navigating complex and sometimes ambiguous environments. | Preferred |
| Understanding of issues of diversity, social justice, and challenges faced by under-served populations, particularly around housing insecurity. | Preferred |
| Strong knowledge of common University-specific computer application programs and knowledge of University and departmental principles and procedures involved in risk assessment and evaluating risks as to likelihood and consequences. | Preferred |
Special Requirements & Conditions
| Special Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Must possess or obtain a Valid CA Drivers License in accordance with the California Department of Motor Vehicles, if driving a university/personal vehicle for university related business. | Required |
| Willing to work some evenings and weekends, to accommodate events, programs, partner meetings, conferences, etc. | Required |
| Shift Work (hours outside standard Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM work hours) | Required |
| Travel | Required |
Other Special Requirements & Conditions
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Level of Supervision Received
| General Supervision |
Environment
Working Environment
| Campus |
Other Requirements
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Critical Position
| Is Critical Position: Yes |