Respite Care Provider - - 7615

General information

Date

Tuesday, April 14, 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 compassionate and dependable Respite Provider to support a young boy in Eau Claire, WI. This role involves providing care both in the member’s home and out in the community. The ideal candidate is patient, attentive, and enjoys creating a safe, structured, and engaging environment for a child who benefits from consistent support and active supervision.

Compensation

• $17.66 per hour

• $256.00 per day

Key Responsibilities

• Provide attentive supervision and support in both the home and community settings

• Engage in recreational activities, both in-home and in the community

• Participate in community outings using available passes, including:

o Children’s Museum
o Chaos Water Park
o YMCA

• Maintain a safe, structured, and supportive environment at all times

• Provide close supervision due to elopement concerns (individual may attempt to run from supervision)

• Stay alert and responsive in community environments to ensure the child remains safe and within appropriate boundaries

• Respond appropriately to behavioral needs using approved strategies and training

• Support redirection and safe stopping techniques if the child attempts to elope or run

Qualifications

• Patient, reliable, and proactive with a strong commitment to quality care

• Comfortable working in a pet-friendly home environment

• Experience with individuals with behavioral support needs preferred, but not required

• Background in crisis intervention, de-escalation, or behavioral support is highly desirable

• Training in safe physical intervention techniques is a plus

• Experience with seizure care is preferred

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age

• Ability to provide close supervision and respond quickly to elopement risk situations

• Ability to safely support an individual who is physically active and larger in size (up to approximately 200 lbs)

• Capability to perform approved physical interventions in accordance with training and safety protocols

• Physically able to stand, walk, and remain alert for extended periods in both home and community settings

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

• Ability to pass required background checks

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Additional Information

This role includes both in-home respite care and community-based activities. Consistent supervision is essential due to elopement concerns, as the child may attempt to run and requires immediate redirection and safe stopping when necessary. While not physically aggressive, the child is active and requires a provider who is confident, attentive, and able to maintain safety in dynamic environments.

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

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*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.

$ 17.66

Base Max.

$ 17.66