Respite Provider

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

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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 looking for a patient, energetic, and reliable Respite Provider to support a child in the Eau Claire community. This role involves spending quality time together in the community while engaging in fun, active, and safe activities the child enjoys.

Responsibilities
Provide one-on-one respite care in community settings
Engage the child in preferred activities such as:
o Action City
o Swimming (life jacket required; Chaos Water Park)
o Playing soccer and baseball
Ensure safety at all times, especially during community outings
Support transitions between activities using cues and countdowns
Help manage frustration with calm, patient redirection
Encourage positive social interaction and fun, age-appropriate play

About the Child
Speech delay
Can become easily frustrated and benefits from patient support
Has difficulty with transitions
Elopement concerns (requires close supervision)
Enjoys being silly, playful, and having fun

Required Qualifications
Current CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
Experience working with children with Autism and PTSD
Ability to provide consistent supervision and follow safety plans
Patient, dependable, and attentive
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.
$ 14.13
Base Max.
$ 14.13