Housing Navigator for Student Stability

California State University; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

California State University seeks a Housing Coordinator for Project Rebound to support students facing housing insecurity. You will provide direct housing assistance, navigate rental programs, and connect students with campus and community resources.

The role involves intake assessments, case management, and emergency housing coordination. The position emphasizes collaboration with campus partners, advocacy resources, and data reporting to drive program impact.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in behavioral sciences, public or business administration, or a job-related field, plus two (2) years of recent related experience
• A master's degree in a job-related field may substitute for one year of professional experience
• Possession of a valid driver's license, or ability to obtain by date of hire
• General understanding of student essential needs issues (food and housing insecurity) and disability rights/accommodations in higher education
• Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data to assess program effectiveness
• Skilled in establishing partnerships with community organizations
• Knowledge of local housing resources, tenant rights, and financial assistance programs
• Proficiency in tracking student outcomes, preparing reports, and using case management software
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills; thorough knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Must be willing to travel for occasional off-site training and to work occasional holidays / adjusted hours, including emergency callback

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one housing assistance and referrals to campus and community partners
• Assist students applying for rental assistance programs, down-payment assistance, and eviction protection services
• Conduct intake assessments to determine student needs and develop action plans for securing housing
• Assist students in understanding lease agreements, tenant rights, and responsibilities
• Coordinate emergency housing placements for students in crisis situations
• Connect students to advocacy resources such as the Counseling Center, Campus Advocate, CARE Team, and Essential Needs
• Provide ongoing case management and follow-up support to ensure students maintain stable housing
• Determine eligibility for Project Rebound students to receive rental/mortgage assistance funding
• Develop, coordinate, and host outreach events and educational workshops on housing stability and financial literacy
• Assess outreach and workshop effectiveness using student feedback and data collection
• Coordinate with campus departments to provide targeted outreach to marginalized/vulnerable student populations
• Establish and maintain weekly partnerships with Community Based Organizations (CBOs) for continuum of care
• Participate in monthly CSU systemwide workgroup meetings and attend community/housing-related conferences
• Track student housing outcomes and program metrics to assess service impact
• Maintain detailed case notes and assist with grant/departmental reporting requirements
• Prepare monthly and annual reports for leadership

Skills

Data analysis

Case management

Partnership building

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Willingness to travel

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in behavioral sciences, public or business administration, or related field

Master's degree preferred in social work, counseling, student affairs, higher education administration, or related field

Tools

Case management software

Job description

California State University seeks a Housing Coordinator for Project Rebound to support students facing housing insecurity. You will provide direct housing assistance, navigate rental programs, and connect students with campus and community resources.

The role involves intake assessments, case management, and emergency housing coordination. The position emphasizes collaboration with campus partners, advocacy resources, and data reporting to drive program impact.