Resident Assistants for hire in Jackson, MS

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    1,432

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    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills10%
    Time Management7%
    Organizational Skills7%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED66%
    Associate's degree16%
    Vocational or technical training9%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years50%
    1-2 years20%
    3-5 years20%
  • Current company

    Cooperwood Senior Living
    Chateau Pines Assisted Living
    Mississippi Rehabilitation Services
  • Time at current job

    1-2 years50%
    More than 5 years33%
    Less than a year17%

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Last updated: Sep 30, 2026

Resident Assistant: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Jackson, MS: $32,177 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $22,801 – $45,408 yearly

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  • Direct Support Professional

    Jackson, Mississippi

    Licenses & certifications

    CHHACertified Patient Care Technician/AssistantHeartsaver CertificationCertified Nursing Assistant IIDriver's LicenseState Tested Nursing Assistant+4 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsHeavy Lifting
  • Resident Assistant

    Jackson, Mississippi

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid and CPRBoard Certified Behavior AnalystRBT CertificationDriver's LicenseCPIFirst Aid+7 more

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingHost/Hostess ExperienceCaregiving
  • CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

    Jackson, Mississippi

    Licenses & certifications

    CHHACPIFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseState Tested Nursing AssistantCaregiver Certification+3 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingDevelopment Center ExperienceTime ManagementText-To-SpeechLeadership
  • Direct Care Worker

    Jackson, Mississippi

    Licenses & certifications

    CHHACertified Dementia Practitioner (CDP)Experience Working with Individuals with DementiaRBT CertificationDriver's LicenseCertified Medical Assistant+7 more

    Skills

    LeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingMeal PreparationFood Preparation
  • CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant/Caregiver

    Jackson, Mississippi

    Licenses & certifications

    CHHAAEDFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseState Tested Nursing AssistantCaregiver Certification+5 more

    Skills

    Personal Assistant ExperienceCommunication SkillsPersonal Care Home ExperienceOrganizational SkillsLeadershipAnalysis Skills
  • CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

    Jackson, Mississippi

    Licenses & certifications

    CHHAHeartsaver CertificationCertified Nursing Assistant IIFirst Aid CertificationHCAState Tested Nursing Assistant+6 more

    Skills

    Host/Hostess ExperiencePersonal Care Home ExperienceLeadershipCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsOrganizational Skills

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What's the average time to fill a resident assistant role?

The average time to fill a resident assistant role is 34 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do resident assistants tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a resident assistant include: communication skills, time management and organizational skills.

What licenses or certifications are common for resident assistants?

Common licenses or certifications for resident assistants include: Driver's License, CPR and First Aid Certification.

What are some job titles related to resident assistants?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to resident assistants include: CNA - certified nursing assistant, certified nursing assistant and direct care worker.

What level of education is common for a resident assistant?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a resident assistant in Jackson, MS, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a resident assistant?

Most resident assistants have 11 years of professional experience.

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