Job Description

This Position is in an Institute

REPORTING TO : Director of Residential Life

COLLABORATES WITH : Other Caretakers, Activity Leaders, Medical Coordinator, Night Nurses,

Counsellor, Kitchen Manager, Crew Leaders, Academic Principal, Head of School

PURPOSE:

Miri Piri Academy is seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to join our team as a

Caretaker. This role involves supporting the well-being, safety, and development of students in

either the boys' and girls' dorms, respectively . The Caretaker will be responsible for ensuring a

nurturing environment and fostering a sense of community while maintaining discipline and

encouraging students to adhere to MPA's values of self-awareness, resilience, and service.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:

? Serve as a positive role model for residential students, demonstrating enthusiasm for the

balanced life-style of a householder yogi as well as the overall MPA program.

? Look after the physical, emotional and mental wellbeing of residential students.

? Providing emotional support and guidance as needed.

? Help students to resolve conflicts and guide them towards conscious self-reflection.

? Manage wake-up and bedtime routines, ensuring students adhere to a consistent schedule.

? Maintain dorm cleanliness, organizing and cleaning shared spaces regularly.

? Supervise personal hygiene practices, ensuring students establish and maintain cleanliness

and good health habits.

? Organize fun activities to promote social interaction and recreation, such as board games,

social interactive games, poetry nights, movie nights and town outings.

? Join outings and multi-day excursions, ensuring student safety and enjoyment.

? Support and guide evening and weekend activities.

? Monitor electronic use, ensuring students use devices responsibly and in accordance with

school policies, incl. regularly handing out and collecting electronic devices.

? Ensure uniform compliance among students, addressing any issues or discrepancies.

? Work cooperatively as part of a team, collaborating with other caretakers and residential

staff. Apply and request communication to be transparent, straight and compassionate.

? Encourage gratitude for the legacy of KYATBYB (Kundalini Yoga as taught by Yogi Bhajan)

and the MPA program, highlighting the benefits and opportunities these tools provide.

? Provide support to students as needed, addressing any concerns or issues that may arise.

? Communicate with parents about student needs and wellbeing.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS:

? Strong communication and listening abilities to interact effectively and compassionately

with students, parents, and staff. Daily communication is a key component of this role.

? Empathy and patience to understand and support students' emotional and social needs.

? Ability to lead and manage a group of students, enforcing rules while fostering a positive

environment as well as applying positive psychology and encouragement.

? Conflict resolution skills to mediate disputes and address behavioral issues appropriately.

? Effective time management to balance various duties and ensure smooth daily operations.

? Attention to detail to maintain records and monitor students' progress and well-being.

? Resourcefulness and quick thinking to handle emergencies and unexpected situations.

? Understanding and respecting diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives.

? Promoting an inclusive and accepting community within the dormitory.

? Basic first aid knowledge and the ability to respond to health-related issues and

emergencies.

? Ensuring the safety, security and cleanliness of the dormitory environment.

? Willingness to serve the community.

QUALIFICATIONS:

? A bachelor's degree in education, nursing, psychology, social work, or a related field is

often preferred.

? Relevant certifications or training in child development, counseling, housekeeping or

residential life management.

? Previous experience working with children and/or adolescents in a residential, educational,

or similar setting.

? Additional training or certification in conflict resolution, counseling, or youth development

may be beneficial, incl. organizing and leading youth camps.

? Training in mental health awareness, bullying prevention, and cultural sensitivity is

valuable.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ?15,000.00 - ?20,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Health insurance
• Provident Fund

Schedule:

• Day shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Yearly bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Jandiala, Amritsar, Punjab: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

• Should have Bachelor's degree in education, nursing, psychology, social work, or a related field

Experience:

• total work: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• English , Hindi, Punjabi (Required)

Location:

• Jandiala, Amritsar, Punjab (Required)

Work Location: In person