Description
Job Summary
The Basic Needs Case Manager provides leadership, guidance and support to students experiencing the most extreme basic needs crises including but not limited to direct food support, cash equivalent food support, rent support, eviction prevention, emergency housing, temporary sheltering, and financial challenges related to transportation emergencies, medical costs not covered by other programs on campus. They perform a full range of responsibilities requiring comprehensive expertise in social work assessment and crisis management. A primary function of the Care Coordinator is to facilitate support of students in distress by providing crisis resolution, as well as identifying a short and long-term plan to address students' basic needs insecurities.
The Case Manager will interface and collaborate with various campus departments including, but not limited to Student Housing & Dining Services, the Financial Aid & Scholarships Office, and the Office of Student Support & Judicial Affairs, Academic Advisors in each of the four Colleges, Graduate Coordinators, Office of Educational Opportunity and Enrichment Services, Student Disability Center, the UC Degree Completion Program, and the Student Accounting Office. The Care Coordinator will work independently under general supervision of the Assistant Director for Aggie Compass Basic Needs Center.
Apply By Date – June 27, 2024
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license, certification and/or educational degree if required of the position.
- Bachelor's degree in social work, counseling or other related field or equivalent experience.
- Advanced knowledge of trauma-informed assessment & intervention.
- Advanced skill in judgment and decision-making, problem solving, identifying measures of system performance and the actions to improve performance.
- Advanced knowledge of principles and procedures involved in risk assessment and planning
- Advanced knowledge of physical and mental health care and service; crisis
- intervention/management/prevention; and educational outreach.
- Advanced knowledge of the structures and systems that disproportionately impact individuals from marginalized or low-resource communities, with demonstrated awareness and engagement in addressing the particular impacts of race/ethnicity, gender, sexuality, immigration status, disability, nationality, religion, veteran status, and other statuses impacted by social structures.
- Demonstrated emotional intelligence and agility necessary to address the complex needs of diverse students, staff, and community partners.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in social work, counseling or other related field or equivalent experience.
- Extensive experience in working with adults and young adults with mental illness, homelessness and substance use disorders preferably in community-based settings highly preferred.
- Knowledge of or experience working with clients to support their access to Medi-Cal, CalFresh, or other means-tested programs
- Bilingual English/Spanish.
Key Responsibilities
- 45% - Housing Case Management & Care Coordination
- 30% - Crisis Intervention & Resolution
- 15% - Identification, Outreach & Consultations
- 10% - Administrative
Department Overview
The Basic Needs Center serves as both a physical and virtual hub, providing essential support forstudents accessing vital services that impact their health, sense of belonging, and overall well-being. We define basic needs as financial stability, access to nutritious and sufficient food, secure housing, equitable health and medical care, support for emotional and mental well-being, affordable transportation, resources for personal hygiene, and emergency assistance for students with dependents.
The Basic Needs Center team is committed to taking action toward justice and belonging throughprevention, intervention and emergency relief efforts addressing students' food, housing and financial needs. The Basic Needs Center offers the following services to all students: walk-in and virtual drop-in services, case management/care coordination services, emergency and long term food support, housing support and financial resources.
Position Information
- Salary or Pay Range: $53,700.00/yr. - $ 96,300.00/yr.
- Salary Frequency: Monthly
- Salary Grade: 19
- UC Job Title: STDT LIFE DEV SPEC 3
- Number of Positions: 1
- Appointment Type: Career
- Percentage of Time: 100%
- Shift Hours: Mon-Fri 8am to 5pm
- Location: Davis, CA
- Union Representation: No
- Benefits Eligible: Yes
- Hybrid/Remote/On-Site: On-Site
Benefits
Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits and eligibility rules by visiting Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.
If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html
- High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
- For eligible roles, UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
- Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
- Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
- WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
- On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
- Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
- Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
- UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff
Physical Demands
- Lift boxes or materials weighing up to 20lbs., handcart available for use.
Work Environment
- Flexible work hours; work occasional evenings and weekends. Vacation schedule to accommodate peak workload periods.
- Positions may primarily be hybrid or fully in-person.
- Valid CA driver's license.
- The Smoke and Tobacco Free Environment policy is intended to provide a healthier, safer, and more productive work and learning environment for the entire UC community. The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all University owned or leased properties, or facilities operated by UC staff or faculty. Smoking and tobacco use are strictly prohibited in indoor and outdoor spaces, parking lots, residential space, and University vehicles. https://ucdavispolicy.ellucid.com/documents/view/271
Special Requirements
- This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds, and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.
For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.
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