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Asbury Village

Activities Assistant

Saint Peters, MO

$14.25 - $17.25/hr

PETERS is recruiting for Community Life Assistant. In this role you will be responsible planning, scheduling, and coordinating meaningful activities appropriate to the needs and interests of ...

Marbella Tracy

Vibrant Life Assistant

Tracy, CA

$16.25 - $19.50/hr

As part of one of the largest senior living organizations in the nation, our communities have ... The Vibrant Life Assistant is responsible for ensuring safe driving of the community's van and ...

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How much do community life assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for community life assistant in the United States is $18.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $19.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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.

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Infographic showing various Community Life Assistant job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,398 per year, or $18.5 per hour.

Community Life Coach

Meridian, MS • On-site

Brandi's Hope Community Services
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$45K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

Desired Characteristics/Attributes of an Effective Supervisory Personnel in Community Services

Compassionate, Creative, Decisive, Empathetic, Fair, Flexible, Humble, Humorous, Objective, Problem-solver, Respectful, Self- directed, Self-evaluative, Understanding, Visionary, Systems-thinker (able to see the "big picture")

Brandi's Hope has a Full-Time Community Life Coach Position to oversee staff providing services to individuals with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities and assist the Site Director as needed. Duties will include but not limited to: Provide daily support to individuals by assisting with self-care, feeding, recreational activities and community inclusion, oversight of staff, DMH documentation and adherence to DMH Operational Standards. Qualifications will include but not limited to: Bachelor's Degree in ID/DD or related field, Minimum of One (1) year of verifiable work experience in the last Three (3) years; Minimum of Two(2) years of verifiable supervisory experience. Must possess current, valid driver's license in order to transport people in support as needed; Must submit to extensive background check and drug screening before employment offer can be made. Full Benefit package available after completing 90 days of satisfactory employment. Starting salary is $43,888 but after successful completion of 90 days of employment, your salary will be $45,988.

Work Schedule for a Brandi's Hope CLC:

Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 8AM to 5PM .

Fridays 8AM to 3PM .

1 supervisory hours each weekend rotating between Saturdays and Sundays throughout the month.

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