Summer Resident Advisor
About The Position
PBT is seeking responsible, engaging and enthusiastic live-in individuals to provide a supportive and safe environment for 130 ballet students ages 10-20, residing at Chatham University residence halls. Resident advisors serve as the first point of contact for residents and work to build an inclusive community through advisement, program planning and consistent communication. Each RA will have one day off per week. There are two types of positions available: 7-week RAs will work at the Company Experience Session 1 (CE), the Intensive Summer Program (ISP), and the Youth Intensive Program (YSI), while the 5-week RAs will work the Intensive Summer Program (ISP), the Youth Intensive Program (YSI) and the Company Experience Session 2 (CE).
Requirements
- A passion for working with teens and young adults
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Clearances (Federal Criminal History, PA State Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance) are required following employment offer; this position is a mandated reporter and candidates must be comfortable in that role.
- Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with adolescents in a residential or camp setting strongly preferred
- Licensed drivers with great driving records are preferred.
Responsibilities
- Build community among residents
- Maintain resident safety and security in the residence halls, at PBT Studios, and during off-campus excursions
- Plan and facilitate fun and engaging activities
- Clearly and consistently enforce PBT School, University, and residence hall policies
- Communicate with parents/guardians
- Mediate issues such as roommate conflicts, competitiveness, and homesickness
- Respond to crisis situations and alert appropriate staff members
- Supervise hallways, studios, and common areas on-site at PBT to ensure student safety and timeliness.
- Serve as a chaperone during off-campus excursions
- Serve on an on-duty and on-call coverage rotation, including both day and night shifts. The R.A. on-duty is required to remain in the residence hall.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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