Support Workers for hire in San Diego, CA

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    8,474

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    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills11%
    Time Management7%
    Leadership5%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED43%
    Bachelor's degree29%
    Associate's degree17%
  • Years of experience

    Less than a year6%
    1-2 years14%
    3-5 years16%
  • Current company

    1st Meridian Care Services
    211 San Diego
    A Better Choice
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year35%
    1-2 years16%
    2-5 years32%

Browse Indeed's database of 8,474 profiles for Support Workers in San Diego, CA

Last updated: Sep 10, 2026

Support Worker: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in San Diego, CA: $51,710 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $51,709$51,711 yearly

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  • RN Staff Nurse

    San Diego, California

    Licenses & certifications

    CNPRNACLSLISWSocial Work LicenseBLS

    Skills

    IV InfusionPatient AssessmentMedical-SurgicalPatient CareNursingIntake
  • Respite Worker

    San Diego, California

    Licenses & certifications

    CHHAFirst Aid CertificationHCACaregiver CertificationCPRForklift Certification

    Skills

    Analysis SkillsRetail Sales TransactionsSales Transaction ProcessingProcessing Cash TransactionsCash Register OperationsCleaning
  • Substitute Teacher/Instructional Assistant

    San Diego, California

    Licenses & certifications

    Certified Substance Abuse CounselorFirst Aid CertificationCounseling CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRSubstance Abuse Counseling Certification

    Skills

    Person-Centered TherapyStrategic PlanningLeadershipTime ManagementBehavior ManagementIntake
  • Direct Support Professional

    San Diego, California

    Licenses & certifications

    RBT CertificationDriver's LicenseClass ECPIFirst Aid CertificationSchool Bus Endorsement+7 more

    Skills

    Barista ExperienceExperience Working with Individuals with AutismLeadershipTime ManagementCommunication SkillsCash Handling
  • Direct Support Professional (DSP)

    San Diego, California

    Licenses & certifications

    CPIAEDFood Safety CertificationFirst Aid CertificationReal Estate LicenseEsthetician License+4 more

    Skills

    LeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsBarbecueTime ManagementChildcare
  • Group Facilitator

    Lemon Grove, California

    Licenses & certifications

    Marriage & Family Therapy CertificationDriver's LicenseCertified Recovery SpecialistCertified Substance Abuse CounselorAEDFirst Aid Certification+10 more

    Skills

    Public SpeakingTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsSupervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsPresentation 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 leadership.

What licenses or certifications are common for a support worker?

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

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, caregiver and california certified peer support specialist registered with taxonomy NPI.

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 San Diego, CA, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

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

Most support workers have 14 years of professional experience.

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