Project Rebound Housing Coordinator

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Work type: Staff

Location: Bakersfield

Categories: Unit 4 - APC - Academic Professionals of California, Temporary, Full Time, Student Services, On-site (work in-person at business location)

The Project Rebound Housing Coordinator, under general supervision of the Director of Project Rebound, provides up to moderately complex direct assistance and support to Project Rebound students experiencing housing insecurity, including those who are unhoused or displaced due to financial hardship, unsafe living environments, or unforeseen changes in housing. The position connects students with campus and community resources, assists with housing navigation and rental assistance, and provides case management support to ensure students secure and maintain stable housing.

The position serves a critical role in the Project Rebound, a 3‑year grant through the Chancellor’s Office to increase housing stability for Project Rebound Students.

• Provide one‑on‑one support to students seeking housing assistance by sharing information about available services and making referrals to campus and community partners to meet the needs of students.
• Assist students in applying for rental assistance programs, down‑payment assistance, and eviction protection services to ensure that students maintain safe, reliable housing.
• Conduct intake assessments to determine individual student needs and develop appropriate action plans for securing housing.
• Assist students in understanding lease agreements, tenant rights, and responsibilities to support successful tenancy.
• Coordinate emergency housing placements for students in crisis situations following established program guidelines and processes.
• Support students in navigating concerns related to unfair rental practices and connect them to appropriate campus/community advocacy resources such as the Counseling Center, Campus Advocate, CARE Team, and Essential Needs.
• Provide ongoing case management support and follow‑up support to ensure students maintain stable housing.
• Determine eligibility for Project Rebound students to receive rental/mortgage assistance funding based on established program criteria.
• In coordination with the Director, develop, coordinate, and host outreach events to raise awareness, inform about services offered, and increase engagement.
• Develop, coordinate, and host educational workshops about housing stability, tenant rights, financial literacy, etc. designed to help students navigate housing needs and build a sense of self‑sufficiency.
• Conduct general assessments of both outreach and educational workshops using student feedback and data collection to measure effectiveness and support program improvement.
• Coordinate with various campus departments to provide targeted outreach to marginalized and/or vulnerable student populations ensuring cultural competence and sensitivity.

• Meet with, establish, and maintain partnerships with Community Based Organizations (CBOs) on a weekly basis to ensure continuum of care for students utilizing housing navigation support.
• Work closely with community organizations to increase support for students needing housing assistance, utility support, and general assistance programs.
• Actively participate in monthly CSU systemwide workgroup meetings.
• Attend community meetings and housing‑related conferences to stay informed of best practices and policy updates.

• Track student housing outcomes and program metrics to regularly assess service impact and identify areas for improvement.
• Maintain detailed case notes and assist with reporting requirements for grants and departmental assessments.
• Prepare standard monthly and annual reports for leadership to support data‑driven decision‑making for housing services provided to Project Rebound Students.

Equivalent to graduation from a four‑year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration, or a job‑related field and two (2) years of recent related experience. Specialized experience during which the applicant has…