Basic Needs Navigator - Student Support Assistant

The California State University; Turlock (CA); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

CSU Stanislaus is seeking a temporary hourly-intermittent Student Assistant in Basic Needs. The role involves delivering housing/financial security workshops, triaging student needs, and maintaining confidential records.

Responsibilities include front desk support, referrals, and outreach to students in-person or virtually. Start date is on or after October 5, 2026 and ending on or before May 31, 2027, with potential reappointment based on budget and performance.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate students must be registered/enrolled in a minimum of six (6) Fall/Spring units.
• Post-baccalaureate students in a graduate program must be registered in a minimum of four (4) Fall/Spring units.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver educational workshops focused on housing and financial security to Stan State students in a virtual and/or face-to-face format using approval curricula.
• Maintain knowledge of local supportive services and resources to assist with referrals.
• Using a holistic student support approach, utilize interviewing skills to triage student issues and concerns to personalize a support plan.
• Maintain accurate and confidential student records, including progress notes and support plans.
• Provide ongoing support to students through regular check-ins, referrals to appropriate resources, and advocacy on their behalf.
• Assist with front desk operations.
• Stay informed about current research, best practices, and emerging trends in Student Affairs and housing.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and external providers to identify and communicate supportive resources.
• Provide both community and campus resource information to new and continuing students on an individual or group basis.
• Assist with programming and awareness through virtual or in-person tabling and outreach events.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Discretion

Education

Undergrad enrollment 6 units

Graduate enrollment 4 units

GPA 2.5+

Tools

Canva

Adobe

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

CSU Stanislaus is seeking a temporary hourly-intermittent Student Assistant in Basic Needs. The role involves delivering housing/financial security workshops, triaging student needs, and maintaining confidential records.

Responsibilities include front desk support, referrals, and outreach to students in-person or virtually. Start date is on or after October 5, 2026 and ending on or before May 31, 2027, with potential reappointment based on budget and performance.