Recognition Checklist

□ Know all the names of your staff members (professional staff, Resident Mentors, Desk Assistants, Hall Government, etc.).

□ Set clear goals and set clear standards for you staff at the beginning of the year, and revisit them periodically throughout the year.

□ Get to know your staff/residents. Know some likes and dislikes, and what type of recognition best motivates them (Is it as simple as a thank you? Is it as involved as a public award?)

□ Individually recognize (#)______ resident(s) a month for something special they did.

□ Purchase simple note cards and keep them in your office.

□ Give handwritten notes to (#) ____ people thanking them for something that they did, or as simple encouragement for an upcoming stressor.

□ Develop a(n) _______________ award to be given weekly or monthly.

□ Set a date for a Treat Day (date) _____Day ____________Month _______ Year

□ Take pictures of staff/residents and post in hall/bulletin board.

□ Send E-cards to (#)_____ residents for birthday, accomplishment, etc.

□ Recognize an RM by _____________________________________

□ Put up extra door signs to recognize _____________________________

□ Know yourself and develop your own style. Know what you are comfortable with, and what recognition strategies best fit your personality.

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