Respite Provider - - 6311

General information

Date

Wednesday, January 7, 2026

Location

WI - Menomonie

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, energetic, and experienced Respite Provider to work 1:1 with a young elementary-aged boy with autism. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the life of a bright and active child who loves to play, explore, and engage in sensory experiences.

The care will take place primarily in the family’s home and nearby parks/locations. He is mostly non-verbal, sensory-seeking, and thrives with routine and physical activity. He communicates using signs, gestures, and a communication pad. He is sweet, curious, and full of energy—he’ll win you over with his smiles and warm hugs.

Pay: $17.66/hour (after tax rate)

Location: Child resides in Menomonie, WI - Respite to take place in the child's home/community

Schedule: 6 hours/week available, SAT & SUN (between 11am-4pm preferred)

Things He Enjoys:

Sensory driven - Playing with balloons & soccer balls, jumping on the trampoline, swinging, sliding, etc.
Going to the Park - Elmwood, Lakeside, Phelan are a few favorites
TV - Peppa Pig, Pikachu, Puppy Dog Pals, Monster Truck
Music - Listening to gospel music

Key Responsibilities:

Provide 1:1 care and supervision in the home and community
Support with play-based and sensory activities to promote regulation and engagement
Ensure safety, especially with elopement tendencies and during outdoor play
Assist with basic personal care (child is not fully potty-trained)
Encourage use of communication methods (sign language, gestures, communication pad)
Adapt activities based on the child’s interests, moods, and energy levels
Follow daily routines and support emotional regulation

Ideal Candidate:

Energetic, patient, and reliable
Physically able to keep up with a very active child
Calm and confident in responding to behaviors (e.g., throwing, swatting, elopement)
Creative in using play and sensory tools to redirect and engage
Attentive to safety, particularly with stairs, outdoor play, and transitions
Experienced in working with children with autism or other developmental differences

Personal Cares:

Restroom & Pullup assistance

Requirements:

Must provide 2-3 references at the time of phone interview (prior to meeting with family)
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Willing to undergo a caregiver background check upon hire

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