Support Workers for hire in Milwaukee, WI

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    10,450

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    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills13%
    Time Management10%
    Organizational Skills10%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED66%
    Associate's degree13%
    Bachelor's degree9%
  • Years of experience

    Less than a year2%
    1-2 years6%
    3-5 years8%
  • Current company

    Homes for Independent Living
    iLife
    Milwaukee County
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year38%
    1-2 years24%
    2-5 years30%

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Last updated: Aug 29, 2026

Support Worker: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Milwaukee, WI: $49,772 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $39,453$62,790 yearly

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  • Certified Peer Support Specialist

    Milwaukee, Wisconsin

    Licenses & certifications

    AEDFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRCertified Recovery SpecialistSubstance Abuse Counseling Certification

    Skills

    Public SpeakingCommunication SkillsRecovery Peer SupportPeer Support Program ExperiencePeer Support AdvocacyOne-On-One Peer Support
  • Caregiver

    Milwaukee, Wisconsin

    Licenses & certifications

    Radiology CertificationX-Ray CertificationCPIARRT (R) CertificationFirst Aid CertificationDriver's License+5 more

    Skills

    Warehouse Supervisor ExperienceCommunication SkillsLogisticsHome CareExperience Working with Individuals with DisabilitiesDementia Care
  • DSP (Direct Support Professional)

    Milwaukee, Wisconsin

    Licenses & certifications

    CHHASpecial Education CertificationRBT CertificationFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCDL C+5 more

    Skills

    Experience Working with Individuals with AutismCommunication SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingSupervising ExperienceExperience Working with Individuals with Developmental Disabilities
  • Certified Peer Specialist

    Milwaukee, Wisconsin

    Licenses & certifications

    Chauffeur's PermitServsafe Alcohol CertificationDriver's LicenseCertified Coding SpecialistServsafeCertified Recovery Specialist

    Skills

    Time ManagementSupervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingOrganizational Skills
  • Direct Support Supervisor

    Milwaukee, Wisconsin

    Licenses & certifications

    AEDSpecial Education CertificationFirst Aid CertificationInfant & Toddler CertificationParaprofessional CertificationDriver's License+3 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsSupervising ExperienceExperience Working with Individuals with AutismHeavy Lifting
  • Direct Support Professional

    Milwaukee, Wisconsin

    Licenses & certifications

    Pharmacy Technician CertificationTeaching CertificationLifeguard ExperiencePharmacy Technician LicenseDriver's LicenseCaregiver Certification+16 more

    Skills

    Lifeguard ExperienceHost/Hostess ExperiencePharmacy Technician ExperienceCommunication SkillsSupervising ExperiencePresentation Skills

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What's the average time to fill a support worker role?

The average time to fill a support worker role is 61 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do support workers tend to have?

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

What licenses or certifications are common for a support worker?

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

What are some job titles related to support workers?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to support workers include: direct support professional, certified peer specialist and certified peer support specialist.

What level of education is common for a support worker?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a support worker in Milwaukee, WI, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a support worker?

Most support workers have 17 years of professional experience.

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