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Job Description


	Coordinate activities in residential facilities in secondary 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.

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Job Requirements


	Experience: Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.

	Education: Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.

	Training: Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.

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Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Residential Advisors
Residential Intellectual and Developmental Disability, Mental Health, and Substance Abuse Facilities	31,140
Other Residential Care Facilities	16,050
Individual and Family Services	10,710
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools	10,520
Community Food and Housing, and Emergency and Other Relief Services	9,270
Elementary and Secondary Schools	5,100
Vocational Rehabilitation Services	4,450
Continuing Care Retirement Communities and Assisted Living Facilities for the Elderly	3,110
Local Government, excluding schools and hospitals (OES Designation)	2,480
State Government, excluding schools and hospitals (OES Designation)	1,960

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