How do they match: Residential Advisors

  • Assistant Hall Director
  • Community Educator
  • Housing Assistant
  • Resident Assistant
  • Resident Care Assistant
  • Residential Assistant
  • Shelter Case Manager

  • 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.

  • Administer, coordinate, or recommend disciplinary and corrective actions.
  • Counsel students in the handling of issues such as family, financial, and educational problems.
  • Develop and coordinate educational programs for residents.
  • Develop program plans for individuals or assist in plan development.
  • Provide emergency first aid and summon medical assistance when necessary.
  • Supervise, train, and evaluate residence hall staff, including resident assistants, participants in work-study programs, and other student workers.

  • Manage budgets for personal services operations.
  • Administer first aid.
  • Communicate with management or other staff to resolve problems.
  • Develop educational or training programs.
  • Perform administrative or clerical tasks.
  • Prepare administrative documents.