Child Respite Provider

Consumer Direct Care Network; Town of River Falls (WI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Consumer Direct Care Network is seeking a Youth Respite Provider to support a child with autism in Black River Falls, WI. You will provide one-on-one supervision, help with emotional regulation, and follow safety plans in the family home.

The role starts Saturdays, with potential weekend overnights as care grows, and aims to expand hours with the family’s needs. The ideal candidate is patient, calm under pressure, and able to engage in sensory-friendly activities while maintaining respectful

Qualifications

• Patient, compassionate, and dependable.
• Calm under pressure and able to respond thoughtfully during challenging behaviors.
• Experience supporting children with autism, developmental disabilities, or sensory processing differences.
• Experience with non-verbal communication or willingness to learn.
• Previous respite, caregiving, education, or healthcare experience preferred but not required.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Must pass caregiver/criminal background check.
• Reliable transportation and excellent attendance.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one supervision while maintaining a safe, supportive environment.
• Support emotional regulation using calm, consistent approaches.
• Monitor for seizure activity and follow established care and safety plans.
• Assist with personal care, including toileting, in a respectful and dignified manner.
• Communicate using the child’s preferred non-verbal communication methods and respond to behavioral cues.
• Engage the child in age-appropriate activities that encourage participation, sensory regulation, and enjoyment.
• Follow established routines and collaborate closely with the family to ensure consistent care.

Skills

Patience

Compassionate

Dependable

Calm under pressure

Strong communication

Collaborative with families

Job description

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.

Job Posting: Youth Respite Provider - Safety, Support & Emotional Regulation

We are seeking a compassionate and dependable Youth Respite Provider to support a wonderful young boy with autism in the Black River Falls, WI area. This rewarding role focuses on providing a safe, structured environment while supporting emotional regulation, behavioral concerns, communication, and daily routines.
The child has a seizure disorder, and communicates primarily through non-verbal methods. At times, he may display aggressive behaviors as a form of communication when he is overwhelmed or unable to express his needs. The ideal candidate will approach these moments with patience, consistency, and a calm, supportive demeanor.
Location: Black River Falls, WI (Family Residence) Compensation: $17.66/hour or $256/Overnight Current Schedule: Saturday Afternoons - Up to 5Hr to Start The goal is for respite care to grow into weekend overnights in the family home, then shifting the 5 original hours to flexible weekday afternoons.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one supervision while maintaining a safe, supportive environment.
• Support emotional regulation using calm, consistent approaches.
• Monitor for seizure activity and follow established care and safety plans.
• Assist with personal care, including toileting, in a respectful and dignified manner.
• Communicate using the child's preferred non-verbal communication methods and respond to behavioral cues.
• Engage the child in age-appropriate activities that encourage participation, sensory regulation, and enjoyment.
• Follow established routines and collaborate closely with the family to ensure consistent care.

Ideal Candidate

• Patient, compassionate, and dependable.
• Calm under pressure and able to respond thoughtfully during challenging behaviors.
• Experience supporting children with autism, developmental disabilities, or sensory processing differences.
• Comfortable supporting a child who is non-verbal and has a seizure disorder.
• Able to balance active engagement with quiet, sensory-friendly activities.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to working with families.
• Previous respite, caregiving, education, or healthcare experience is preferred but not required.

Requirements

• Must successfully pass a caregiver/criminal background check.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Reliable transportation and excellent attendance.
• Ability to safely assist with personal care and respond appropriately in emergency situations.
• Experience with non-verbal communication methods or willingness to learn.

Why This Role Matters

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a child's life by providing safety, stability, and compassionate support. Your presence will help create positive experiences for both the child and his family while giving caregivers much-needed respite.

*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.