Centers for Independence

Centers for Independence Building healthy, hopeful and inclusive communities since 1938. Founded in 1938 as Jewish Vocational Services, CFI began helping immigrants settle in Milwaukee.

Today, we're a leading nonprofit offering over 30 life-changing programs and employing 800+ skilled staff. Every year, we help thousands of people access care, gain independence and improve their quality of life. What We Do:
• Support & Advocacy for People with Disabilities: We help people with physical, developmental and intellectual disabilities thrive.
• Behavioral Health: Each year, we support over 3,000 adults with mental health care and crisis response.
• Services for Children: Helping kids thrive emotionally, socially and developmentally.
• Additional Services: We guide people through care decisions, helping them access benefits, caregivers and trusted providers.

Looking for your next opportunity? We’re looking for a participant support liaison and registered nurses to join our tea...
01/29/2026

Looking for your next opportunity? We’re looking for a participant support liaison and registered nurses to join our team!

At CFI, you can build a rewarding career while making a meaningful impact every day.

Explore our open positions and find your fit: https://bit.ly/4qHwTS

Join us this weekend at Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center's Community Inclusion Expo!We're excited to b...
01/28/2026

Join us this weekend at Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center's Community Inclusion Expo!

We're excited to be part of an event that celebrates inclusion and strengthens our community. Come say hi, explore resources and enjoy a day designed for everyone.

Learn more: https://www.jccmilwaukee.org/event/community-inclusion-expo/

What a great week! Potawatomi Hotel & Casino dropped by to present our Heart of Canal Street donation. This will help us...
01/23/2026

What a great week! Potawatomi Hotel & Casino dropped by to present our Heart of Canal Street donation. This will help us continue providing high-quality care for children with complex medical needs. Thanks, Potawatomi and Milwaukee Media Group, for your generous support!

Looking for your next opportunity? We’re hiring!At CFI, you can build a rewarding career while making a meaningful impac...
01/14/2026

Looking for your next opportunity? We’re hiring!

At CFI, you can build a rewarding career while making a meaningful impact every single day.

Explore our open positions and find your fit: https://cfihope.org/careers/

Let's cheer loud for the Milwaukee Bucks and their commitment to building healthy, hopeful and inclusive communities! If...
01/14/2026

Let's cheer loud for the Milwaukee Bucks and their commitment to building healthy, hopeful and inclusive communities!

If you're at tonight's game, catch CFI at the Community Fair. You never know who might stop by! 🏀🦌

We wish everyone a happy, healthy and inclusive New Year!Our administrative office will be closed Jan. 1. CRCs and resid...
01/01/2026

We wish everyone a happy, healthy and inclusive New Year!

Our administrative office will be closed Jan. 1. CRCs and residential homes are open.

Do you want to help adults with mental illness build independence and thrive? We’re looking for a Behavioral Health Tech...
12/30/2025

Do you want to help adults with mental illness build independence and thrive? We’re looking for a Behavioral Health Technician to provide direct psychiatric care to adults with severe and persistent mental illness in our group homes. In this role, you’ll support residents in every aspect of daily life—from developing independent living skills, administering medication, and ensuring proper hygiene and nutrition.

Whether you’re ready for a new opportunity or know someone who is, CFI is a great place to build a rewarding career. You'll be part of a team that values your voice, and a place where your work has impact every singWhether you’re ready for a new opportunity or know someone who is, CFI is a great place to build a rewarding career. You'll be part of a team that values your voice, and a place where your work has impact every single day.

Click the link below to explore our openings and join a team that makes a difference!

https://cfihope.org/careers/

CFI careers include nurses, therapists, CNAs, food service cooks, drivers and behavioral health specialists

Are you accurate and enjoy looking at the details? We’re looking for a Payroll Specialist to ensure our staff and client...
12/30/2025

Are you accurate and enjoy looking at the details? We’re looking for a Payroll Specialist to ensure our staff and clients receive accurate, timely compensation. By maintaining compliance and providing excellent service, you’ll support the financial well-being of everyone who depends on our payroll operations.

Whether you’re ready for a new opportunity or know someone who is, CFI is a great place to build a rewarding career. You'll be part of a team that values your voice, and a place where your work has impact every single day.

Click the link below to explore our openings and join a team that makes a difference!

https://cfihope.org/careers/

CFI careers include nurses, therapists, CNAs, food service cooks, drivers and behavioral health specialists

Do you want to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and adolescents? We’re looking for a Child Psychothera...
12/30/2025

Do you want to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and adolescents? We’re looking for a Child Psychotherapist to provide clinical interventions to young people ages 0-17 with mental illness, developmental disabilities, substance abuse, medical disorders or a combination of those conditions. By delivering effective, compassionate care and working collaboratively with families and care systems, you’ll help young people build resilience, develop coping skills and achieve healthier, more stable lives.

Whether you’re ready for a new opportunity or know someone who is, CFI is a great place to build a rewarding career. You'll be part of a team that values your voice, and a place where your work has impact every single day. Explore our openings and join a team that makes a difference!

Click the link below to explore our openings and join a team that makes a difference!

https://cfihope.org/careers/

CFI careers include nurses, therapists, CNAs, food service cooks, drivers and behavioral health specialists

Address

2020 West Wells Street
Milwaukee, WI
53233

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+14149372020

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