Child Respite Worker - - 6294

General information

Date

Tuesday, January 6, 2026

Location

WI - Eau Claire

Position Level

Individual Contributor I

Employment Type

Part time

Career Field

Caregiver

Description & Requirements

If you would like more information about our company, you can visit our website here: Who We Are - CDWI

This is a heartwarming opportunity for compassionate providers who love making a difference! We work with members throughout Wisconsin to find providers that fit each of their needs. Our goal is to help individuals be in more control of their own supports and to have a say in who is assisting them. This helps them to stay in their own homes as long as possible.

We are seeking a kind, reliable, and experienced Child Respite Worker to provide attentive care, supervision, and meaningful companionship for young twin boys with autism and limited speech.

Respite care will initially take place in the children’s home to support comfort, consistency, and relationship-building. As trust and familiarity develop, there may be an opportunity for care to transition to the respite provider’s home.

The ideal candidate will be patient, dependable, and confident to support 2 children with special needs. Experience working with children on the autism spectrum is strongly preferred.

The boys enjoy: pretend play, games, playing outside, power wheels, and videos on the tablet.

Location: Eau Claire, WI

Wage: $17.70 per hour/$259.32 per day (shifts over 8 hours)

Hours: Possible schedule scenarios below to be agreed upon/developed by family and provider.

• Up to 5 hours per week - Saturdays from 1pm to 4pm.

• 1-2 Days per month – Saturdays – (shifts over 8 hours with potential for overnights)

Duties:

• Supervision: be attentive to both boys at all times

• Personal Cares: bathing assistance, toileting/diaper changes/toilet training

• Meal Prep/snacks

• Community outings/public events

• Redirect behaviors appropriately

Qualifications:

• Previous experience working with children with special needs, including those on the Autism Spectrum.

• Confidence in your abilities and skills to provide exceptional, compassionate care.

• Demonstrates appropriate, positive behavior and able to maintain healthy professional boundaries.

• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance.

• Willingness to commit to be a long-term provider

• Family prefers FEMALE non-smokers

For questions or other inquiries, feel free to email us at cdwibrokers@consumerdirectcare.com

For more opportunities, visit our Facebook Page: CDWI Facebook

You can also complete this form to be contacted regarding other opportunities in your area: https://forms.office.com/r/bNA70UHRTF

*If hired, Consumer Direct Care Network (CDCN) will not be your legal employer on record. If hired by a Member or their Managing Party, your legal employer on record would be the Member. CDCN’s role is to assist the Member or Managing Party in recruiting a Direct Care Worker. The Member or Managing Party has the sole authority to hire or dismiss any potential Direct Care Worker.

Base Min.

$ 17.7

Base Max.

$ 17.7