About the role#
The Elder in Residence serves as a key member of the counseling program at the Esak’timá Native Student Resource Center. This role focuses on supporting the academic, physical, social, and emotional well-being of Native American and Alaska Native students. You will work on-site at the Sacramento campus for approximately five hours per week.
What you'll do#
- Meet weekly with students individually and in small groups to identify and address their specific needs.
- Engage with representatives from the nine local Tribal Nations to ensure center programming remains responsive to student needs.
- Assist staff with the coordination of events.
- Facilitate Talking Circles and cultural workshops.
What you'll need#
- A bachelor’s degree in behavioral sciences, public or business administration, or a related field.
- One year of professional experience in student services or equivalent graduate-level education.
- Proficiency in English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
- Ability to interact professionally with a diverse population of students, staff, and administrators.
- Familiarity with coaching or mentoring American Indian students.
- Knowledge of Native American cultural traditions, communities, and programs.
- Ability to maintain composure and professionalism while providing direct service to students.
- A commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment.
- Preferred: Five years of community experience working with Native American communities and programs.
- Preferred: Experience serving as a referral source for community resources.
Location & details#
- Location: Sacramento, California.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $25.86 per hour.
- Employment Type: Temporary, hourly-intermittent.
About California State University-Sacramento
California State University-Sacramento is a metropolitan university founded in 1947. It operates as part of the California State University system and serves a student body of over 30,000. The institution maintains a focus on teacher education, business, criminal justice, and engineering. It employs over 5,000 staff members at its headquarters in Sacramento.
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