JobsWork MKE is committed to helping people achieve so they can thrive
We serve harder-to-employ individuals from diverse backgrounds who often face significant barriers to employment success, including, unsuccessful work histories, addictions, criminal records, limited education, lack of transportation, housing instability and trauma.
At JobsWork MKE, transformation takes place through the dignity of work by building hope, providing holistic support and holding our Members to high expectations.
As our Members transform their own lives, there is a ripple effect that extends to their families, their neighborhoods, and the entire community.
Why we’re here
The City of Milwaukee continues to be plagued with high rates of poverty and unemployment, especially among people of color. Despite an expanding job market, the people we serve face significant barriers to employment success.
5%
overall rate of
unemployment
9%
in the black community (2022)
24%
overall rate
of poverty
32%
in the black community (2022)
34%
do not hold a high-school diploma
30%
have felony records
62%
do not hold a driver's license
97%
have experienced trauma
Understanding Employee Trauma
What is trauma? How does it affect your employees? How can you help your employees thrive? “Bringing Trauma to Work” is our free, downloadable guide — a powerful tool to help you understand and manage workers who come to the job with unresolved trauma. It’s also a podcast on Spotify and Apple, with extended expert interviews available on YouTube.
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We help people on their journey to self-sufficiency through career development and unwavering support.
Every dollar of your donation goes to ensure that our Members have everything they need to get stable jobs, build meaningful careers and lift themselves and their families out of poverty.
We need your support to keep going.
