Respite Provider

General information

Date
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Location
WI - Wittenburg
Position Level
Individual Contributor I
Employment Type
Part time
Career Field
Caregiver
Pay Type
Hourly

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 an experienced Child Respite Provider to give care, companionship, support, and supervision to two young boys (brothers) with autism and limited speech. Initially, respite care will take place in the children’s home with the potential for future community outings. The ideal candidate is patient, trustworthy, and confident in their ability to support children with special needs. The provider should have experience supporting children with autism and be able to offer a calm, positive presence during respite time.

These boys enjoy: movies (Frozen, Moana, Trolls), coloring, spelling/writing, magnet letters, games on phones, and playing with string/yarn.  

Wage: $17.70 per hour
Schedule: Up to 8 hours per week – every other Saturday typically between hours of 9am and 5pm.

Responsibilities:
• 1:1 safety supervision-line of sight always - Elopement is a concern. 
• Assist with redirection during heightened and sometimes aggressive behaviors.  
• Ability to set firm boundaries that are beneficial to the child to assist with managing behaviors 
• Assist with daily living tasks: changing pullups/toilet training, meal prep/snacks, and play
• Provide emotional and behavioral support, be engaging and encourage appropriate behaviors.  

Qualifications:
• Prior experience working with special needs/Autism Spectrum
• Valid Driver's License, reliable transportation and auto insurance. 
• Must be at least 18 years of age at the start of employment. 
• Willing to undergo background check prior to hire.

If you need additional support, please connect with: kabaov@consumerdirectcare.com
For questions or other inquiries, feel free to email us at cdwisbsrecruitment@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.
$ 17.7
Base Max.
$ 17.7