Respite Provider - - 5557

General information

Date

Monday, November 10, 2025

Location

WI - Augusta

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.

IN YOUR HOME RESPITE PROVIDER FOR 2 CHILDREN – Augusta, WI

We are seeking a compassionate, patient, and reliable Respite Provider to support a sibling set with high emotional needs. These children have experienced significant trauma and may become emotionally dysregulated. This role provides a safe, structured, and nurturing environment outside of the family home, giving the parents essential time away while ensuring the children continue to feel supported and secure.

This is a unique opportunity for someone who is calm under pressure, experienced in trauma-informed care, and able to provide individualized attention in a home setting.

SHIFTS & HOURS

• 5 hours per week during the week

• Weekend care every other weekend (2 weekends per month)

• Weekend shifts take place in your home

• Flexible schedule possible based on family needs

COMPENSATION

• $17.60/hour for weekday shifts

• $200+ per day for weekend shifts

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide consistent supervision in a safe, structured, and nurturing environment

• Monitor emotional regulation and respond appropriately to emotional escalation

• Offer trauma-informed care, patience, and emotional support during challenging moments

• Engage children in healthy, age-appropriate activities that promote connection and stability

• Follow individualized care plans and safety protocols provided by the family or support team

• Communicate openly and effectively with parents/guardians about the children’s experiences, moods, and activities

• Build trust and rapport with the children to foster a sense of security and positive relationships

• Adapt activities and approaches to meet the children’s emotional, behavioral, and developmental needs

IDEAL CANDIDATE

We are seeking someone who is:

• Compassionate, patient, and emotionally resilient

• Experienced in working with children who have experienced trauma

• Skilled in de-escalation techniques and trauma-informed care strategies

• Flexible and able to adapt to changing needs and behaviors

• Attentive to safety, boundaries, and structured care routines

• Able to create a warm, nurturing environment while maintaining clear expectations

• Comfortable providing care in a home setting and communicating with parents/guardians regularly

REQUIREMENTS

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

• Must pass a background check

• Prior experience in caregiving, child support, or trauma-informed care preferred

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

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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.

$ 17.6

Base Max.

$ 17.6