Respite Companion

Consumer Direct Care Network; Town of Marathon (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Consumer Direct Care Network in Wisconsin is seeking a patient, dependable respite care provider to support a teenage member with daily routines, companionship, and a safe home environment.

Responsibilities include helping with personal care and daily activities, de-escalation, building trust, and promoting independence; prior experience with special needs is preferred, but a person-centered approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license.
• Reliable vehicle.
• Respect for individuals with special needs.
• Dependable, patient, and compassionate.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home support for daily routines and independence.
• Assist with bathroom routines and personal care.
• Dress and get ready.
• Provide encouragement and positive redirection.
• De-escalate when the teenager becomes upset and build a trusting relationship.

Skills

Patience

Compassion

Reliability

Job description

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.

Looking for a caring, patient, and dependable person who wants to make a difference.

We are seeking a respite provider to support an amazing teenager with their daily routines, provide companionship, and help create a safe, positive home environment.

Pay:

$17.66 per hour, with the opportunity to earn a higher wage based on qualifications, education, and relevant experience.

What you'll do

The primary focus of this position is providing in-home support, including:

• Assisting with bathroom routines and personal care.
• Dressing and getting ready
• Providing everyday guidance and support.
• Offering encouragement and positive redirection.
• Helping with de-escalation when the teenager becomes upset.
• Building a trusting, respectful relationship.
• Supporting independence and creating a positive environment.
• Provide 1 on 1 care. All eye's must be on the teenager at all times.

The teenager may become upset at times and can respond by hitting or kicking, so someone who is calm, patient, confident, and comfortable working through challenging moments is especially important.

Schedule

Before school:

6:45 AM-8:30 AM

Monday - Friday

4:30 PM-8:30 PM

Saturday - Sunday

8:30 AM-8:30 PM

Staff Requirements

• Valid driver's license
• Reliable vehicle
• Understanding and respect for individuals with special need's
• Dependable, patient, and compassionate.

YOU MAY BE A GREAT FIT IF YOU

• Are patient, compassionate, and dependable.
• Can remain calm during challenging situations
• Enjoy building meaningful relationships
• Have experience with de-escalation techniques
• Have experience working with individuals with special needs, or cognitive delays
• Believe in supporting independence and treating every person with dignity and respect.

Experience with de-escalation and/or special education is highly preferred, but a willingness to learn and a person-centered approach are just as important.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE

This is more than just a job-it's an opportunity to provide meaningful support, companionship, and encouragement while helping an individual feel safe, respected, and successful in their everyday life.

If you need additional support, please connect with: [e-mail]

For questions or other inquiries, feel free to email us at [e-mail]

*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.

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