Youth Respite Provider - - 7595

General information

Date

Monday, April 13, 2026

Location

WI - Black River Falls

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 dependable, compassionate weekend Child Respite Provider to provide one-on-one support to a youth with Autism in the Black River Falls area. This role focuses on safety, emotional regulation, and structured support within a nurturing and predictable environment.

This is a meaningful opportunity for someone who is patient, observant, and genuinely passionate about supporting neurodivergent children. If you value relationship-based care and want to make a positive impact, we encourage you to apply.

Pay: $17.66 per hour

Schedule: Saturdays | 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one, safety-focused supervision and support

• Promote emotional regulation through calm, consistent, and supportive responses

• Assist with personal care needs, including toileting, in a respectful and dignified manner

• Engage the child in age-appropriate, supportive activities

• Utilize and respond to non-verbal communication methods

• Maintain routines and structured expectations to support regulation and comfort

• Communicate effectively with the family and follow established care guidelines

Ideal Candidate

• Patient, compassionate, and dependable

• Calm and observant, with the ability to maintain a safe, structured environment

• Experience supporting children on the autism spectrum or with sensory needs

• Comfortable with both active engagement and quiet, regulation-focused support

• Skilled in de-escalation, redirection, and consistency

• Adaptable to individual emotional and developmental needs

• Strong communicator who values collaboration with families

Requirements

• Must pass a caregiver/criminal background check

• Authorized to work in the United States

• Reliable transportation and a strong attendance record

• Experience with non-verbal communication methods preferred, but not required

Why This Role Matters

Respite care provides essential support to both children and families. In this role, you will help create a safe, affirming environment where a child can thrive while giving caregivers valuable peace of mind.

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