Basic Needs Program Assistant

Position Title: Basic Needs Program Assistant

Classification Title: Student Services Professional IA

Posting Details 

Priority Application Date (Posting will remain open until filled): Thursday, August 7, 2025 @ 11:55pm PT

Position Summary

The Basic Needs Program Assistant (SSP IA) is a trainee level appointment working under the lead direction of the Student Health, Counseling & Wellness Services (SHCWS), Basic Needs Resource Center Coordinator and with direct supervision from the Director of CARES(Crisis Assistance & Resource Education Support), Basic Needs & Wellness.  During the trainee period, which is not to exceed 12 months, the Basic Needs Program Assistant is expected to develop and demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities to function under general supervision at the SSP IB working level.

The incumbent will assist with mentoring and providing day-to-day guidance to paid student assistant interns and staff assigned to the Basic Needs Resource Center, under the supervision of professional staff. The Basic Needs Resource Center Program Assistant supports the work of the Basic Needs Resource Center Coordinator who is responsible for developing, implementing and managing programs and services supporting students’ basic needs, including but not limited to food security, housing stability, and financial resources. The Basic Needs Program Assistant will provide lead work direction to the student assistant staff who work in the Basic Needs Resource Center. The Basic Needs Program Assistant will promote the overall well-being and healthy lifestyle choices of students, within the university community. The Basic Needs Program Assistant will work collaboratively with the SHCWS staff, including CARES and Health, Wellness Promotion (HWP), and campus partners to promote the Basic Needs Resource Center, CARES services, and basic needs resources that promote campus policy, systems, and environmental changes to support student wellness.

The Basic Needs Program Assistant will assist the coordinators of basic needs focused grants that are managed by SHCWS and CARES staff, and will contribute to the design, development, and implementation of programs related to these grants, as directed. The Basic Needs Program Assistant supports the implementation of program goals and assists with developing campus collaborations and partnerships—under the guidance of professional staff—to address students’ basic needs insecurities. This includes utilizing best practices in basic needs, health, and wellness to create a supportive campus environment that promotes student well-being and academic success, reduces stigma and barriers to accessing services, and encourages positive health behaviors.

FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime compensation)

Anticipated Hiring Range: $4,150 per month - $4,300 per month; commensurate with the candidate's education, experience, skills, and training.

CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,150 per month - $5,076 per month

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Salary Grade/Range:  1

Recruitment Type: Temporary (One-Year Trainee Appointment) - After 12 months of satisfactory performance, position may be eligible for extension through conversion to a probationary-status entry-level SSP IB classification.

Time Base: Full-Time

Work Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday. Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required.

Department Information 

Student Health & Counseling Services (SHCS) embraces a holistic and collaborative approach to healthcare by offering urgent care, primary care, preventative services, wellness education, violence support services, and mental health, services to the Sacramento State campus community.  SHCS is committed to providing quality care and service delivery and is accredited through the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC).

For more information, please visit: https://www.csus.edu/student-life/health-counseling/

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