How to hire a residential coordinator

How to hire a residential coordinator, step by step

Here's a step-by-step residential coordinator hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a residential coordinator job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new residential coordinator
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the residential coordinator you need to hire. Certain residential coordinator roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

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   A residential coordinator's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, residential coordinators from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list presents residential coordinator salaries for various positions.

   Type of Residential Coordinator	Description	Hourly rate
   Residential Coordinator	Social and human service assistants provide client services, including support for families, in a wide variety of fields, such as psychology, rehabilitation, and social work. They assist other workers, such as social workers, and they help clients find benefits or community services.	$14-24
   Family Services Coordinator	A family services coordinator maintains quantitative quality and qualitative quality monitoring systems and improvement systems for the program strategies to get executed with quality, fidelity, and reliability. They coach and offer supervisory guidance services to the family service team to keep the staff capacity robust and move the staff members towards mastering the core competencies... Show more	$15-26
   Volunteer Program Coordinator	A volunteer program coordinator usually works for non-profit organizations where they are primarily in charge of managing and coordinating all volunteer related aspects of events and programs. It is their responsibility to oversee recruitment and training processes from planning to execution, supervise all volunteers, set schedules and objectives, and ensure operations adhere to guidelines and policies... Show more	$14-26

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Crisis Intervention
   • Direct Supervision
   • CPR
   • Developmental Disabilities
   • Coordinators
   • Social Work
   • Mental Health
   • Medication Administration
   • Mental Illness
   • Substance Abuse
   • Residential Program
   • Group Homes
   • Community Resources
   • Medical Appointments

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   Responsibilities:

   • Lead support groups with an emphasis on recovery and strength base techniques, DBT, CBT, self-care and coping skills.
   • Use EMR to access and update patient information under HIPPA guidelines.
   • Conduct psycho-educational groups (ADL, money management, and basic computer).
   • Participate in direct client care, assisting with ADL's and implementation of residential support programs.
   • Facilitate daily programming for persons serve in accordance with their individual service plan (ISP).
   • Implement formal behavior plans to help individuals with significant behavior support needs including ISP and clinical program.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your residential coordinator job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A residential coordinator salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, residential coordinators' average salary in alabama is 42% less than in california.
   • Seniority. Entry-level residential coordinators earn 40% less than senior-level residential coordinators.
   • Certifications. A residential coordinator with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a residential coordinator's salary.

   Average residential coordinator salary

   $39,577yearly

   $19.03 hourly rate

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   Entry-level residential coordinator salary

   $30,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 21, 2026

   Average residential coordinator salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$55,489	$27
   2	Oregon	$51,101	$25
   3	Rhode Island	$48,346	$23
   4	New Mexico	$46,166	$22
   5	New York	$43,167	$21
   6	Washington	$42,354	$20
   7	Maryland	$42,014	$20
   8	Massachusetts	$41,625	$20
   9	Florida	$39,783	$19
   10	Ohio	$39,554	$19
   11	Arizona	$38,968	$19
   12	Colorado	$38,622	$19
   13	Texas	$37,219	$18
   14	Missouri	$36,780	$18
   15	Georgia	$35,028	$17
   16	Virginia	$34,586	$17

   Average residential coordinator salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Columbus College of Art & Design	$56,069	$26.96	2
   2	University of Southern California	$50,018	$24.05	13
   3	University of California-Berkeley	$49,787	$23.94
   4	Princeton University	$47,195	$22.69	1
   5	California State University, Fullerton	$45,340	$21.80
   6	The Philadelphia Coalition	$43,124	$20.73	4
   7	The Northwest School	$42,371	$20.37
   8	NC.gov	$42,263	$20.32	40
   9	California State University	$41,737	$20.07	46
   10	University of Oklahoma	$41,269	$19.84	12
   11	The Evergreens	$41,169	$19.79	7
   12	Fairview Health Services	$40,564	$19.50	8
   13	Shelter House	$39,800	$19.13	24
   14	Pioneer Center for Human Services	$39,342	$18.91
   15	Lindenwood University	$39,110	$18.80	1
   16	Los Angeles LGBT Center	$39,110	$18.80	3
   17	Mental Health America of San Diego County	$38,883	$18.69
   18	The Arc Mid-Hudson	$38,883	$18.69	1
   19	Developmental Services Inc	$38,883	$18.69	1
   20	C & P HOLDINGS, LLC	$38,883	$18.69

4. Writing a residential coordinator job description

   A job description for a residential coordinator role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's a residential coordinator job description:

   Residential coordinator job description example

   The Rock Family of Companies is made up of nearly 100 separate businesses spanning fintech, sports, entertainment, real estate, startups and more. We're united by our culture - a drive to find a better way that fuels our commitment to our clients, our community and our team members. We believe in and build inclusive workplaces, where every voice is heard and diverse perspectives are welcomed. Working for a company in the Family is about more than just a job - it's about having the opportunity to become the best version of yourself.
   About Bedrock
   Bedrock is a full-service real estate firm specializing in innovative city-building strategies, reaching far beyond the boundaries of bricks and mortar. Since its founding in 2011, Bedrock and its affiliates have invested and committed more than $5.6 billion to acquiring and developing more than 100 properties in Detroit and Cleveland, including landmark developments at the Hudson's Site, the Book Tower restoration, City Modern and the May Company Building. Bedrock's portfolio totals more than 22 million square feet of office, retail and residential space within new construction and adaptive reuse projects.
   
   For more information on Bedrock's projects, visit bedrockdetroit.com or engage with us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn.
   
   Job SummaryThe Senior Residential Leasing Coordinator will be the first line of contact for our prospective residents. They are responsible for upholding the Bedrock brand and providing exemplary customer service, making sure that all prospect inquiries are responded to in a timely manner. The Senior Residential Leasing Coordinator will provide the initial response and intake of prospect information. The position will own the prospect pipeline, assign prospects, and provide scheduling assistance to Leasing Associates. This position will also field phone and web-based inquiries and provide courteous, prompt, and efficient service to all prospects, residents, and stakeholders.
   
   Responsibilities
   Act as the first point of contact for inquiries by all prospects, residents, and relevant stakeholders Assist all prospects, residents, and stakeholders in a friendly and professional manner Respond with a sense of urgency to all phone and internet leads Ensure adherence to all housing program compliance matters, including, but not limited to resident selection criteria, accurate waitlist management, income eligibility and recertification for applicable communities Create thorough guest cards in Rent Café that identify the preferences, needs, and qualification status of all prospects Retrieve and manage daily prospect queue (listen to calls, sort, and assign to Leasing Associates) utilizing our Client Relationship Management software system Assist In pre-qualifying of Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) and Affordable applications Comply with federal and state Fair Housing laws Prepare, stock, and distribute leasing materials to Leasing Associates for tours and events Assist with touring prospective residents and community members through residential projects/buildings while communicating all the features and benefits of the building or community and surrounding neighborhood Assist with administration of resident leases in compliance with lease provisions and landlord tenant best practices Support the planning and execution of special events for residents Other duties as assigned
   Qualifications
   Associate degree or equivalent industry experience preferred Experience in leasing and sales, preferably in residential property management Real Estate Salesperson License or ability to successfully obtain certification within six months of hire date Two years of experience with Yardi or similar property management and sales lead tracking software, preferred Outstanding communication skills and an approachable, helpful demeanor Excellent written and verbal communication and relationship building skills Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects and tasks Customer service focused and able to respond timely and appropriately to all prospect inquiries Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends Experience with MS Office suite (Excel, Outlook, and Word) Ability to organize and prioritize a busy workload, work well under pressure and switch gears quickly
   
   Disclaimer
   This is an outline of the primary responsibilities of this position. As with everything in life, things change. The tasks and responsibilities can be changed, added to, removed, amended, deleted and modified at any time by the leadership group.
   
   We are proud equal opportunity employers and committed to providing an inclusive environment based on mutual respect for all candidates and team members. Employment decisions, including hiring decisions, are not based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with state and federal law.
   
   The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and does not discriminate in any hiring or employment practices. The Company provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with state and federal law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation in completing the application and/or participating in the employment application process should notify a representative of the Human Resources Team, The Pulse, at 1-800-411-JOBS.

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5. Post your job

   To find residential coordinators for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any residential coordinators they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level residential coordinators with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your residential coordinator job on Zippia to find and recruit residential coordinator candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit residential coordinators, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new residential coordinator

   Once you have selected a candidate for the residential coordinator position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new residential coordinator. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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