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ERIC Number: EJ1341144
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2022
Pages: 24
Abstractor: As Provided
ISBN: N/A
ISSN: ISSN-0161-827X
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Understanding the Impact of Resident Assistant Experiences on Their Professional Quality of Life: The Case for Increased Institutional Supports
McClure, Caitlyn; Birong, Gretchen; Anderson, Jennifer; Brunn, Paul; Jang, Eun Young; Krier-Jenkins, Amanda
Journal of College and University Student Housing, v48 n2 p70-93 2022
The role of a resident assistant is complex and multi-faceted, requiring a unique blend of strong interpersonal skills and professional decorum. By contrast, little is known about the depth of self-care needed to mitigate the impact of the role on resident assistants' quality of life. This exploratory mixed-methods research project seeks to determine the Professional Quality of Life (ProQOL) for resident assistants. They were surveyed using a pre- (n = 106) and post-test (n = 115) across a spring semester. Findings suggest that resident assistants experienced significant ProQOL score changes across all three indicators: compassion satisfaction, burnout, and secondary traumatic stress. [Discussion questions developed by Tracey Mason-Innes.]
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research; Tests/Questionnaires
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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