How do they match: Residential Advisors

  • Dormitory Counselor
  • Residential Counselor

  • 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.

  • Counsel students in the handling of issues such as family, financial, and educational problems.
  • Collaborate with counselors to develop counseling programs that address the needs of individual students.
  • Supervise students' housekeeping work to ensure that it is done properly.
  • Supervise, train, and evaluate residence hall staff, including resident assistants, participants in work-study programs, and other student workers.

  • Meet with coworkers to communicate work orders or plans.
  • Provide counsel, comfort, or encouragement to individuals or families.
  • Supervise service workers.