How do they match: Residential Advisors

  • Cottage Supervisor
  • Dormitory Supervisor
  • Residence Supervisor
  • Resident Care Assistant
  • Sorority Supervisor

  • 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.

  • Supervise students' housekeeping work to ensure that it is done properly.
  • Supervise the activities of housekeeping personnel.
  • Supervise, train, and evaluate residence hall staff, including resident assistants, participants in work-study programs, and other student workers.
  • Accompany and supervise students during meals.
  • Collaborate with counselors to develop counseling programs that address the needs of individual students.
  • Develop program plans for individuals or assist in plan development.
  • Develop and coordinate educational programs for residents.
  • Direct and participate in on- and off-campus recreational activities for residents of institutions, boarding schools, fraternities or sororities, children's homes, or similar establishments.
  • Enforce rules and regulations to ensure the smooth and orderly operation of dormitory programs.

  • Supervise service workers.
  • Develop educational or training programs.
  • Develop plans for programs or services.