How do they match: Residential Advisors

  • Coordinate activities in resident facilities in secondary school and college dormitories, group homes, or similar establishments. Order supplies and determine need for maintenance, repairs, and furnishings. May maintain household records and assign rooms. May assist residents with problem solving or refer them to counseling resources.

  • Confer with medical personnel to better understand the backgrounds and needs of individual residents.
  • Determine the need for facility maintenance and repair, and notify appropriate personnel.
  • Supervise the activities of housekeeping personnel.

  • Manage budgets for personal services operations.