The homeliving residential advisor works under the general supervision of the Residential Manager in an assigned dormitory. The residential advisor performs child care related duties in a dormitory environment which assures the functioning of a well-balanced Residential Program for students. The residential advisor is responsible for planning and organizing various student-centered activities, events and programs. Duties may also include providing assistance over the phone and in person at the front desk.
QUALIFICATIONS:
 Must have at least 32 post-secondary semester hours (48 quarter hours) in an applicable academic discipline, including fields related to working with children, such as child development, education, behavioral sciences and cultural studies.
 Must meet the academic credit hours according to 25 CFR Part 36.
 Must have good customer service skills and have the desire to mentor and guide students with support, basic stress management techniques and peer advising on stress related issues and concerns.
 Must be able to lift at least 25 lbs.
 Current certification in First Aid and CPR
 Valid Arizona driver’s license.
 Current Arizona and Navajo Nation motor vehicle driving record on file.
 Must pass criminal background checks by state, federal and Navajo Nation
 As a minimum qualification, applicant’s background checks must demonstrate successful, positive, multi-year employment and performance of duties at each of applicant’s last 3 employment positions.
 Must be knowledgeable and familiar with the Navajo language, culture and people.