RA group process form (WMU)

gROUP PROCESS

Applicant Name:_____________________________________

OBSERVER nAME:______________________________________ · DATE:________________tIME:_________________

Please check next to qualities that the applicant demonstrated. Please evaluate each category on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being that the candidate has a firm grasp on the concept. (5 - strong skills and abilities; 4 - good skills and abilities; 3 - adequate skills and abilities, would be able to meet basic expectations, would require training to enhance and strengthen existing abilities; 2 - limited skills, abilities, and knowledge; 1 - no apparent skills or abilities in relation to the resident assistant position or NA-if the skills are not applicable to the group exercise. Please write specific comments as to the candidate's strengths and/or concerns for each category. Note: Some areas may not be covered.

Student Conduct Skills/Standing

CRITERIA: __ able to be assertive __ can handle disagreements __ recognizes self limits __displays good judgment __was resourceful

Rating

5 = High

1 = Low

Self-Awareness/Development

CRITERIA: __ clearly explains experiences as it relates to RA role __ expresses thoughts and accomplishments clearly __ understands how RA position fits into learning __ copes well with personal criticism

Rating

5 = High

1 = Low

Helping/Communication Skills

CRITERIA: __ has effective communication skills and understands them __ recognizes limits of self in relation to position __attentive

__reinforces good contributions __clarifies/elaborates __gives opinions appropriately __supplies information

Rating

5 = High

1 = Low

Diversity Advocate Skills

CRITERIA: __ recognizes importance of diversity __ clear understanding of diversity __ clear understanding about how diversity is important to campus/res. life __ knows of campus resources for under-represented populations __values people different from self

Rating

5 = High

1 = Low

Mediation Skills

CRITERIA: __ understands importance of conflict resolution __ firm grasp of mediation skills __ understands personal limits regarding conflict __harmonizes disagreements __relieves tension __listens attentively __identifies problems

Rating

5 = High

1 = Low

Group Facilitation/Team Relation Skills

CRITERIA: __ has understanding of how to confront negative __encourages cooperation __ solicits opinions __initiates discussions

__ able to work as a team player __ able to confront other team members __attracts excessive attention __ argues with others __rushes through process __participates insufficiently__ uses appropriate language __ uses appropriate non-verbal behaviors and expressions

Rating

5 = High

1 = Low

Peer/Student Role Modeling Skills

CRITERIA: __ understands how to be a role model __ recognizes importance of role modeling __ could be a leader in the community __explains leadership style and recognizes limits of leadership style __displays appropriate behavior __shows maturity

Rating

5 = High

1 = Low

Understand of the RA Role

CRITERIA: __ firm grasp of RA role __ understands perspective change__ understands challenge of being a RA __ able to relate to residents' needs

Rating

5 = High

1 = Low

Summary Comments:

? Hire

? Would Consider

? Do not hire

Rating Total ______

If applicable, this candidate would be a good fit for any of these areas: Valleys Big Three Big Four Little Three

Signature: _____________________________ · Position: Student Staff GA HD LT