Salary Range: $43,001/year or higher, commensurate with experience and/or education
JOB SUMMARY
The Coordinator of Basic Needs provides administrative, programmatic, and technical oversight in support of the student basic needs center/program. The Coordinator coordinates services, functions, and activities related to basic needs; provides case management and specialized information related to basic needs to students, staff, faculty, and others; and coordinates with campus and community organizations to obtain resources for students to promote student success, retention, and completion.
DUTIES
Coordinates and assists with evaluating the basic needs services and functions including but not limited to the UHD Food Market, Gator Emergency Fund, technology assistance program, and forthcoming programs (e.g., clothing closet, housing assistance, childcare assistance, etc.)
Facilitates care interventions for students who identify having an unfulfilled basic need; assists with managing a care intervention referral tracking and notes system
Develops and coordinates programming for students that promotes holistic well-being
Connect students to campus services, programs, resources, and other institutional opportunities to aid in the retention and success of all students
Outreachs and connect students to community (federal, state, local) programs, services, and resources
Collaborates with faculty and staff to address and respond to student concerns and needs
Assists with conducting program evaluation(s) and student satisfaction surveys for the department's continuous improvement plans and reports
MARGINAL DUTIES
Performs all other duties as assigned
Serves on university and other committees as assigned
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Direct Reports:
Supervise student workers
Delegation of Work:
Regularly assigns work to subordinate(s)
Supervision Given:
Sets clear goals and expectations; provides mentorship and guidance
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge:
Knowledge of trends, issues, and accepted practices relevant to the position
Skills:
Excellent diplomacy, interpersonal, and customer service skills
Strong planning & organizational skills with attention to detail
Abilities:
Ability to support and lead subordinates, deliver excellent written/oral communication, work through processes, prioritize responsibilities, synthesize detailed/complex information, and provide clear recommendations
WORK LOCATION AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Primary Work Location:
Works in an office environment
Physical Demands:
Work is performed in a typical interior work environment that does not subject the employee to any unpleasant elements
The individual has discretion in relation to walking, standing, etc., and has minimal exposure to physical risks
EEO/AA
Required Education:
Bachelor's degree
Required Experience:
Minimum of one (1) year of related job experience.
Experience with applying for federal/state services
License/Certification:
N/A
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or related
