Resident Assistants for hire in Washington, DC

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    13,391

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills
    11%
    Time Management
    8%
    Organizational Skills
    6%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED
    63%
    Associate's degree
    18%
    Bachelor's degree
    15%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    70%
    3-5 years
    20%
    Less than a year
    10%
  • Current company

    • Right At Home
    • VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA
    • The willows at citation
  • Time at current job

    More than 5 years
    38%
    Less than a year
    25%
    2-5 years
    25%

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Last updated: Nov 2, 2026

Resident Assistant: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Washington, DC: $55,811 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $52,910 – $58,870 yearly
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  • Personal Care Assistant (PCA)

    Alexandria, Virginia

    Licenses & certifications

    CHHABoard Certified Behavior AnalystAEDCertified Athletic TrainerFirst Aid CertificationRegistered Dietitian+6 more

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingPersonal Assistant ExperienceCommunication SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsTime Management
  • Residential Counselor

    Washington, District of Columbia

    Licenses & certifications

    AEDFirst Aid CertificationCaregiver CertificationCPRFood Handler CertificationBLS

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingLeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementDirect Support
  • Resident Engagement Assistant

    Falls Church, Virginia

    Licenses & certifications

    AEDFirst Aid CertificationWindowsDriver's LicenseCPRCNA

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsLeadershipClassroom ManagementCaregiving
  • Resident Assistant

    District Heights, Maryland

    Licenses & certifications

    Certified Personal TrainerFundamental Payroll CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRCertified Recovery SpecialistProfessional in Human Resources

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipHeavy LiftingHuman Resources Management
  • Caregiver

    Hyattsville, Maryland

    Licenses & certifications

    CHHAAmerican Heart Association Heartsaver CertificationDriver's LicenseState Tested Nursing AssistantLicensed Nursing AssistantCertified Medical Assistant+9 more

    Skills

    Time ManagementHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsPersonal Assistant ExperienceCommunication SkillsAnalysis Skills
  • Direct Support Professional

    Washington, District of Columbia

    Licenses & certifications

    CHHAFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCDL CCPRNon-CDL Class C+4 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsLive-In Employment ExperienceWriting 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 39 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: CPR, First Aid Certification and Driver's License.

What are some job titles related to resident assistants?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to resident assistants include: caregiver/personal assistant, residential counselor and caregiver.

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 Washington, DC, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

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

Most resident assistants have 15 years of professional experience.

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