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Metropolitan Ministries

Community Life Advisor

Holiday, FL · On-site

$17/hr

... community, we may have a job for you. * Since 1972, Metropolitan Ministries has been providing life ... Assist with CLA responsibilities on a rotating basis, such as monitoring the front desk, stocking ...

East Ridge

Life Enrichment Manager

Miami, FL · On-site

After all, residents aren't guests in our community; we're working in their home. Position Title ... Work with residents to assist in the establishment of resident directed clubs and activities.

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What is a community life assistant?

Community Life Assistants are professionals who support and enhance the well-being of residents in community living settings, such as assisted living facilities, residential communities, or college dormitories. Their responsibilities typically include organizing social activities, assisting with daily living tasks, fostering a positive and inclusive environment, and being a resource for residents’ needs and concerns. They play a key role in creating a sense of community, encouraging engagement, and supporting residents’ social, emotional, and sometimes physical needs. Community Life Assistants often collaborate with other staff and family members to ensure a high quality of life for those they serve.

What are some common challenges a community life assistant faces when engaging residents in activities?

Community Life Assistants often encounter the challenge of encouraging participation from residents with diverse interests, abilities, and comfort levels. It's important to be adaptable and creative when planning activities, ensuring inclusivity and fostering a sense of belonging. Building trust and rapport with residents takes time and patience, and balancing administrative duties with direct engagement can require strong organizational skills. Collaborating closely with other staff members, such as activity coordinators and healthcare professionals, is key to creating a supportive and vibrant community.

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

To thrive as a Community Life Assistant, you need a background in social services or recreation, strong organizational skills, and typically a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience with scheduling software, event planning tools, and basic first aid certification is often beneficial. Exceptional interpersonal skills, patience, and the ability to motivate and engage residents are standout soft skills in this role. These skills ensure effective support for community programs, foster resident well-being, and create a positive, inclusive environment.

What is the difference between Community Life Assistant vs Resident Services Coordinator?

AspectCommunity Life AssistantResident Services Coordinator
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may prefer experience in social servicesHigh school diploma or equivalent; some positions may require experience in social work or case management
Work EnvironmentAssists in community events, engages residents, and supports daily activities within residential communitiesCoordinates resident services, manages resident concerns, and facilitates community programs within housing facilities
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly employed by senior living communities, apartment complexes, and housing associationsTypically found in affordable housing, senior living, and multi-family residential facilities

While both roles focus on resident engagement and support within residential communities, the Community Life Assistant primarily assists with community activities and resident interaction, whereas the Resident Services Coordinator handles resident concerns, service coordination, and program management. Both positions require similar credentials and are integral to fostering positive living environments.

What cities in Florida are hiring for Community Life Assistant jobs?

Cities in Florida with the most Community Life Assistant job openings:

Infographic showing various Community Life Assistant job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 71% Full Time, and 29% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Community Life Advisor

Holiday, FL • On-site

Metropolitan Ministries
Non-Profits • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Metropolitan Ministriesexternal

$17/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Provide support and assistance to residential clients to ensure a safe and healthy environment as they work towards self-sufficiency.

  • Monitor the residential hall for security, manage visitors, and respond to safety or health issues as they arise.

  • Participate in team activities, document client progress, and assist with residential issues and crisis intervention.

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
About Us:
  • If you're looking for an opportunity to transform the lives of poor and homeless men, women, and children in your community, we may have a job for you.
  • Since 1972, Metropolitan Ministries has been providing life-changing solutions for those who are homeless and at risk of becoming homeless in Tampa Bay.
  • We are a grassroots, donor, and volunteer-fueled community nonprofit. At Metropolitan Ministries, we serve families in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Polk and Hernando counties with compassion, practical help, and a willingness to make a huge difference.

What we offer:
• Salary: $17.00
• Group health, vision, and dental coverage at affordable rates, along with family coverage if you choose to purchase it.
• Preventative care is 100% covered (free) on all plans.
• PTO is offered to full-time and part-time employees.
• 11 days of PTO and 10 paid holidays annually.
• Option to participate in the 401K plan with employer match.
• $15,000 in employee Life Insurance paid for by Metropolitan Ministries.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Option to participate in supplemental group insurance plans at affordable rates.
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Training and career development.
• Discounted membership at the YMCA.
Job Functions:
Provide support and assistance to residential clients, assuring a safe and healthy environment as residents work towards self-sufficiency. Ensure residential issues that arise are taken care of professionally and immediately.
Essential Responsibilities:
  1. Participate as a member of the therapeutic team in coordination with staff counselors and case managers.
  2. Ensure safety and security of families with an attitude of care, ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures. CLA works together with case management team regarding family progress. Offer support and encouragement to clients to achieve their goals and reach self-sufficiency.
  3. Document progress updates in electronic platforms for CLA team.
  4. Monitor Residential hall for security, making rounds of the house as required. Manage visitors according to policy and allow no unauthorized visitors access to the center. Call the police or other emergency services as appropriate. Inform on-call staff of any emergency or when appropriate.
  5. Take prompt action on resident safety or health issues as they arise. Conduct weekly room inspections. Administer drug tests as directed. Provide access to client's medications.
  6. Communicate progress, status, and critical issues to the staff on other shifts using established protocols. Assist with CLA responsibilities on a rotating basis, such as monitoring the front desk, stocking and managing the supply room, monitoring the dining room, and other duties.
  7. Meet personal goals and actively contribute to the achievement of the team and organizational goals and KPI. Attend continuing education events and seminars as required. Support the team in other tasks as assigned. Participate in staff and group meetings. Participate in Metropolitan Ministries' holiday efforts, Bridge Builders and other fund raising events when needed.
  8. Assist with and provide guidance for residential issues as they arise. Ensure CLA's are providing services consistent with the mission, vision, guiding values and program philosophy of Metropolitan Ministries.
  9. Intervene in crisis situations with clients to proactively resolve issues.
  10. Act as a representative of MM after hours to communicate with and welcome volunteers, donors, visitors and meal site partners. Be the "face of the ministries" after hours, setting a positive tone and example.

Requirements
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or GED completed. Training and/or experience as a behavioral health tech or frontline staff with homeless population preferred. Individuals who have been homeless themselves are encouraged to apply.
Skills Requirements:
Requires heart for ministry and comfort working with poor and homeless families and individuals. Requires understanding of poverty, a high degree of maturity, strong inter-personal skills and the ability to work with low socio-economic and diverse populations facing crisis situations in a professional and diplomatic manner. Demonstrates maturity and sensitivity to issues of faith, culture, and other sources of diversity. Ability to deescalate clients on the edge of verbal or physical violence. Ability to work as part of a team within a multi-disciplinary framework. Demonstrates computer literacy with knowledge of Microsoft Office. Willing to work with minimal supervision, yet be able to accept direction; well organized and detail oriented. Requires customer service and oral and written communication skills. Bi-lingual a plus, but not required. Will be trained in electronic platforms, must have computer skills to support completion of this requirement.
Physical Requirements:
Must have hearing and speaking ability for effective oral communication; Must have visual acuity to make observations of facilities; must have physical ability to handle both indoor and outdoor temperatures; physical, emotional and spiritual stamina to handle job-related issues and stress. Must have ability to climb stairs and make walk-throughs of entire residential area.
Other:
Must demonstrate legal authorization to work in the United States. Must pass applicable pre-employment background screening procedures. Must be able to communicate effectively in English.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving individuals throughout our local communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances.
Metropolitan Ministries is committed to offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at 813-209-1083 or via email at Daryl.Belluccia@Metromin.org
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