Respite Provider - - 7017

General information

Date

Thursday, February 26, 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.

Respite Provider

Location: Eau Claire, WI

Schedule: Part-time, approximately 15 hours per week

Pay: $14.13 per hour

Position Overview

We are seeking a caring, reliable Respite Provider to support a child in the Eau Claire community. This role focuses on providing engaging, active, and supportive experiences while giving caregivers a short break. The ideal candidate enjoys being active, patient, and working one-on-one with children.

Responsibilities

• Take the child out into the community and engage in activities he enjoys

• Support participation in physical and recreational activities such as:

o Basketball and football (currently participates in Miracle League)
o Swimming (child can swim but is not a strong swimmer)
o Action City
o Park and outdoor activities

• Encourage positive outlets for energy and aggression through structured, enjoyable activities

• Support smooth transitions between activities by providing cues and countdowns

• Ensure the child’s safety and well-being at all times

• Build a positive, respectful, and trusting relationship

About the Child

• Pretty independent and enjoys being active

• Benefits from clear expectations and transition support

• Thrives with patient, consistent guidance

Required Qualifications

• CPR and First Aid certification (current or willing to obtain)

• Experience working with children with Autism and PTSD

• Ability to provide structure, redirection, and calm support during transitions

• Dependable transportation and willingness to engage in community-based activities

Preferred Qualities

• Energetic, patient, and compassionate

• Comfortable facilitating physical and recreational activities

• Experience with behavior support strategies

• Reliable and consistent

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.

$ 14.13

Base Max.

$ 14.13