Having worked with training and selection of student staff for six years, Im always looking for ways to update processes. Group Process interviews are essentially an experiential interview. The Resident Assistant (RA) is a student employee of the Office of Residence Life. No one mentioned or even alluded to wanting a facilitator. What I have noticed increasingly over the years is a reluctance to share opinions or be fully genuine in the process by candidates. endobj See the RA Selection Timeline for all Important Dates! The process also includes a Group Process day, with planned activities focused on assessing a student's potential to be an RA. Class time is TBD and will be announced to new RA hires later this semester. It is important for RAs to be willing to develop the interpersonal skills necessary for working with a wide variety of people. Overview This collection of activities provides a selection of vetted exercises that will assist instructors and students in developing group cohesion, thoughtful engagement, and reflective responses to challenging material. 2023 semesters (schedule below). The Accountability Chart is not set-in-stone and every RA job action incident is reviewed on it's own merit. During this interview, candidates will be asked a variety of questions assessing their knowledge of the Resident Assistant position and the skills and abilities each candidate possesses. Current Resident Assistants and professional staff members will provide you with background information about what the RA job entails, what the application process looks like, what to expect throughout the process, and can answer almost any question you may have. My thought is that this may be tied to the structure of the program and that there is a facilitator. session. Below you will find the timeline of events related to the application process and selection process. The course provides new staff members with a forum in which to discuss their role as Residence Life team members,to learn about the RA role, to share their ongoing experiences as RAs, and to expand their knowledge on diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, wellbeing, and engagement. %PDF-1.5 With this process we are able to not only see how they work within the activities but also how they work to complete a common goal. Candidates will be evaluated based on their application materials, participation in the RA selection process, and compatibility with the department's mission and goals. I found this activity to be true to my observations of it in previous group processes where there was a facilitator. Your appearance should be polished. So I started to think about removing the structure of the the program, particularly time limits and facilitation. <> If not, wear an outfit that increases the confidence you have gained through preparation. Through the role, I have learned how to adhere and represent a policy that I do not necessarily believe in. x Om The RA remuneration can impact your ability to maintain your work study position or other aid that you receive. We will gather all new RAs to the position for an Orientation session to go over Candidates are . It is recommended that users open an incognito window (Google Chrome) or a private to serve the Wilkes University residential population. Read the job description on the Residential Life website so that you are very familiar with the position and its requirements. However I have seen this happen in a standard group process with a facilitator and the facilitator can not do much to resolve issues in a group process setting. If you decline an offer to be an RA in one of our residence halls, then you have declined an offer to be part of our ResidenceLife team. questions. No, only full-time students are eligible for the RA position. Resident Assistant Selection | RD101.org To apply, candidates participate in a selection process that includes: Candidates will be participating in various activities and should be comfortable moving around. endobj declaring certain building materials unsafe and having the group remove them from the structure]. After the second interview, eligible candidates will be invited to Group Process Day. With this in mind, you will still be eligible to stay in the RA Selection Process if you need to miss a Group Process Workshop session due to a conflict or an illness. 0 <> RA Selection Process New RA candidates will submit formal application and complete both an individual and group interview. endobj People know what the position is and what can be expected from an RA., The RA position is a confidence booster and it teaches you how to think on your feet., I learned ways to adapt my strengths to meet the needs of my residents and others., The RA position is a resume booster because it is like a mini-career. The only benefit of these types of group interview activities are to screen out the "show-off's" and those who hide in a corner. <> Now I have to admit that there is nothing wrong with out group process to begin with. Group process is a time where we are able to observe you interacting with other candidates. all candidates to be themselves and have fun. Why are these experiences and activities important? <> The application consists of biographical information and asks for one professional reference. Resident Assistant Interview Guide and Evaluation. The activities are divided into four types: Icebreakers, Group Maintenance, Dialogue Starters, and Reflection. last between 1 - 4 p.m. You will learn of which group and time you have been assigned The interview will take approximately 45 minutes. The selection process is designed to help applicants get to know new people, learn about themselves, and gain important skills. endobj x nH@ <> ET . for the day no later than Thursday, Feb. 16. <> 18 0 obj 40 0 obj While you should still be clean and presentable, jeans, sweaters, sweatshirts, and sneakers, etc. While not necessarily realistic in the higher education setting, this process would be great to observe from behind a 2 way glass mirror. Without a faciltiator present or in their line of vision, they seeemed to completely forget that this was a piece of an interview. endstream Marketable Skill Development, View and apply for the RA position by visiting careers.umw.edu and clicking Student Employment. You will be able to search for the application on that page. This includes reference forms. February 2022. a group. It's origins are unknown. It is to your advantage to attend each of the workshops you are signed up for, as this gives us more opportunities to assess your abilities as a leader and a team member, which is to the benefit of your candidacy in the selection process. If you have questions about the RA position, please contact our Human Resources office at [email protected] or (301) 314-5111. The Group Interview Process: Is it the Best Choice? For example, 4th Year Pharmacy (P4) students would not be eligible for the RA position. Reflect on a time you had to work as part of a team or group. When Mike shared his idea to remove the facilitator from group process, I was intrigued. Below you will find the timeline of events related to the application process and selection process. What were the. Visit the RA Applications webpage for the reference form. 487 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<3693D4FC542DFA47BA50B03FA9927AD8>]/Index[464 36]/Info 463 0 R/Length 113/Prev 222327/Root 465 0 R/Size 500/Type/XRef/W[1 3 1]>>stream What has been a challenge for you since coming to Wilkes University? de4ce:0Sfva`0ahO0lf8 zgA:@ |0 endobj Since there is no fall RA selection process, if there are openings for the spring semester, those positions will be filled by Alternate RAs. endobj As you are planning your schedule for the semester, keep in mind that managing your time effectively to schedule Group Process Workshops is similar to the time management you will need to be successful in the RA role. Those selected to move onto Group Process will receive an email on Friday, February 17 specifying the directions on registering for a time. Unfortunately student teaching and other full-time internships are not permitted while serving as an RA. - In this activity participants play a Clue-like game to determine the what, who, when and why of a crime. If a resident is feeling targeted based on their identity, to what campus resources This person may be an Area Coordinator or Residence Director or any type ofResident Assistant.