Upward Bound Resident Advisor RA
Upward Bound Resident Advisor RA
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Job Description
This is a summer livein fulltime/temporary position that provides experiential learning opportunities for people wishing to gain practical experience working with youth in academic and social development.
Position Specific Responsibilities/Accountabilities
Through this position RAs will enhance leadership organizational problemsolving and communication skills in a safe educational environment while enhancing their ability to establish and maintain meaningful and professional student relationships. Resident Advisors will lead students in enrichment activities with a social skillbuilding focus. RAs will:
Develop positive and supportive relationships with Upward Bound students mentoring them on academic personal social and college/career concerns in a professional manner.
Assist in establishing and maintaining a positive and safe environment in the UB residence hall for students and staff by enforcing program policies and creating an atmosphere that appreciates the diverse cultures traditions lifestyles and beliefs of all students.
Take primary responsibility for students in their group by monitoring academic personal and social progress planning structured activities and collaborating with other staff.
Assist and take leadership on regular program activities such as tutoring and study sessions conducting morning wake up calls and evening lights out rounds in the residence hall checking off meals checking in and checking out students during arrival and departure times and supervising students in the residence hall and on offcampus field trips.
Handle and/or refer student disciplinary issues crises and personal issues to appropriate staff while maintaining student confidentiality and attending regular staff meetings.
Perform other tasks as reasonably assigned by Assistant Director and/or Director.
Loyola Marymount University Expectations
Exhibit behavior that supports the mission vision and values of the and employ interpersonal actions that model high standards of professional responsible accountable and ethical a commitment to outstanding customer service.
Requisite Qualifications
Applicant must be currently enrolled in college in good academic standing and must have completed at least two years by the start of the summer program. They must also possess strong leadership qualities and have the ability to function as a team player. Also important:
Must be able to communicate constructively and effectively.
Must be sensitive respectful and understanding of the needs of economically and academically disadvantaged ethnically diverse high school students.
Must be able to establish and maintain a trusting and productive working relationship with program students and staff.
Must possess the commitment and stamina to participate constructively in potentially stressful personal interactions and situations.
Experience working with lowincome students in a residential setting is highly desirable.
Valid California Drivers License is preferred.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of this position.
Staff PerDiem (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)Salary range
$0.00 $25.00 Salary commensurate with education and experience.Loyola Marymount University a Carnegie classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education seeks outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence the education of the whole person and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal state and local law. We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being life experience and beliefs to apply. (Visit for more information.Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Part-Time
