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How much do community assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for community assistant in Boston, MA is $20.05, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.73 and $21.39 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a community assistant do?

A Community Assistant typically helps manage and support a residential or community environment, such as a student housing complex or apartment community. Their responsibilities often include assisting residents, organizing events, communicating important information, addressing concerns, and sometimes helping with administrative tasks. Community Assistants act as a liaison between residents and management to ensure a positive living experience. They may also help enforce community policies and promote a friendly, inclusive atmosphere.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a community assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Community Assistant, you need strong organizational abilities, interpersonal skills, and a high school diploma or equivalent, often with experience in customer service or student affairs. Familiarity with property management software, email platforms, and scheduling tools is typically expected. Outstanding communication, conflict resolution, and teamwork skills set top candidates apart. These skills are crucial for maintaining positive resident relations, resolving issues efficiently, and supporting a vibrant community environment.

What is the difference between Community Assistant vs Resident Advisor?

AspectCommunity AssistantResident Advisor
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may prefer college experienceHigh school diploma; college students often preferred
Work EnvironmentCommunity centers, apartment complexes, housing facilitiesCollege dormitories, student housing
Employer & IndustryProperty management companies, housing authoritiesUniversities, colleges, student housing
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Both Community Assistants and Resident Advisors work in housing environments, providing support and assistance to residents. Community Assistants typically work in apartment complexes or community centers, focusing on general resident support, event coordination, and safety. Resident Advisors primarily serve college students in dormitories, offering peer support, enforcing residence policies, and fostering community. While their roles overlap in community engagement, the main difference lies in the setting and specific responsibilities.

What are some common challenges faced by community assistants, and how can they effectively address them?

Community Assistants often navigate challenges such as balancing the needs of diverse community members, handling conflict resolution, and maintaining clear communication. These challenges can be managed by developing strong interpersonal skills, staying organized, and proactively engaging with residents or community members. Regular training on conflict management and utilizing feedback from the community also help in creating a positive and inclusive environment.
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Infographic showing various Community Assistant job openings in Boston, MA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,714 per year, or $20.1 per hour.

Medical Assistant-Community Health

Massgeneralbrigham

Newton, MA • On-site

$19.50 - $25/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Site: Newton-Wellesley Hospital


Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.


Job Summary

The MA provides support for the Heart Health and Wellness Council programs in all of Newton Wellesley's service communities. Assist with health screenings that include blood pressure, blood glucose, A1C, cholesterol, and body composition. Responsible for calibrating A1C and Cholestech machines. Track machine cartridge expiration dates and screening supplies.
Join our dynamic team working with the Heart Health and Wellness Council to drive engaging prevention programs in our communities. In this impactful role, you'll work with a passionate team to deliver innovative heart health and wellness programming to diverse audiences including firefighters, seniors, and community members. You'll help promote heart-healthy nutrition, exercise, and stress reduction through evidence-based approaches.
MA Specific Functions:
Operate A1C and cholesterol machines and provide finger sticks to program participants
Follow all safety protocols for screenings provided, including maintaining sharps containers
Trouble shoot error codes on machines
Perform blood pressure screenings, analyze body composition with Omron machine, and measure waist circumferences
Provide feedback on screening flow and recommendations for increased efficiency
Medical Assistant Functions:
Technical expertise: Independently prepares the machines, supplies and equipment required for screenings
Ensures that all equipment is present and in optimal operating condition for screenings
Performs technical skills completely and efficiently ensuring patient safety, comfort, and privacy
Ensures that equipment and supply levels are sufficient to ensure that all program procedures can be performed as scheduled. Proactively orders supplies, working with Cardiac Rehab Manager
Proactively alerts Cardiac Rehab Manager of needs related to equipment (new purchases, replacements and repairs)
Responsible resource use: Maintain cost effective use of supplies, equipment, time and other resources. Communicates needs for equipment and medical supply order/repair, and order items as needed, ensuring budget is followed. Proactively identify opportunities for efficiencies or cost savings.
Documentation: Independently maintains all necessary logs and records per established standards of care and compliance readiness. Facilitates and participates in the Universal Precautions.


Qualifications

Education:

  • Completion of a certification program as a Medical Assistant.
  • High School Diploma or equivelent required

Experience:

  • 1 year experience as a Medical Assistant or other comparable experience at minimum preferred. Experience working with Cholestech and A1C machines preferred.

Certification/Training:

  • CPR training required

Knowledge and Skills:

  • Must be sensitive to and supportive of participants.
  • Must be able to respond quickly and purposefully to routine and unusual situations.
  • Must have ability to operate screening machines in an efficient manner, establish priorities and initiate appropriate responses.
  • Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and a mature level of courtesy, tact and professionalism. required to deal with participants, and co-workers.
  • Exhibits strong communication skills and good judgment necessary to elicit information from patients and to distinguish emergent, urgent, and routine problems.
  • Must work as a team player.
  • Follow HIPAA guidelines for the management of patient privacy and confidentiality.
  • Demonstrates effective oral communication skills in English. Communicates in a professional, courteous, clear, and concise manner.
  • Ability to manage work in a neat and systematic way. Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively, follow established policies, procedures and clinical practice guidelines and workflows.
  • Basic computer skills. Ability to type accurately and enter data at an intermediate level.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

  • Standing Frequently (34-66%)
  • Walking Frequently (34-66%)
  • Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
  • Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
  • Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
  • Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
  • Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
  • Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
  • Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
  • Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
  • Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
  • Talking Constantly (67-100%)
  • Hearing Constantly (67-100%)


Remote Type

Hybrid


Work Location

2014 Washington Street


Scheduled Weekly Hours

0


Employee Type

Per Diem


Work Shift

Day (United States of America)


Pay Range

$22.00 - $24.94/Hourly

Grade

3


At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.


EEO Statement:

4100 Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.


Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.

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