Youth Respite Provider - - 7919

General information

Date

Thursday, May 7, 2026

Location

WI - Waukesha

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 a compassionate, attentive, and reliable Youth Respite Provider to support an amazing 11-year-old boy. This role involves providing one-on-one care and companionship in the child’s home, with a focus on safety, emotional regulation, and the creation of a structured yet nurturing environment.

This is a part-time position designed to give the parent occasional support a few times per month and to give them a well-deserved break to catch up on house chores or have lunch dates. Scheduling is flexible and arranged in advance.

Schedule:

• Flexible, scheduled in advance with the parent

• Primarily evenings after school

• Occasional weekends and summer hours

• Potential for up to 20 hours per week

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide attentive, one-on-one supervision during all activities (at home or out in the community)

• Support emotional regulation using calm, consistent, and patient approaches

• Engage age-appropriate activities such as walks, biking, swimming at the Y, fishing, board games, cards, puzzles, and playing with his drone.

• Encourage positive social interaction and routine-based structure

• Maintain clear, open communication with the parent

Ideal Candidate:

• Calm, observant, and safety-focused

• Experience working with children with autism or behaviors preferred

• Skilled in de-escalation, redirection, and following established routines

• Patient, compassionate, and adaptable

• Strong communicator who values collaboration with families

Requirements:

• Ability to pass a caregiver/criminal background check

• Authorized to work in the U.S.

• Reliable transportation and strong attendance

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.

$ 18.42

Base Max.

$ 18.42