Respite Provider

Consumer Direct Care Network; Town of Wausau (WI); On-site; USD 15,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Consumer Direct Care Network is seeking a compassionate Family Respite Provider for the Wausau, WI area to support one family. The role may involve 1:1 care or care for multiple siblings, with weekend shifts and flexible start/end times.

Caregivers assist with safety and companionship, manage transitions, and participate in community outings such as YMCA visits and nature walks to keep kids engaged and happy.

Qualifications

• Must pass a background check.
• Reliable transportation is required.
• Flexible start/end times and weekend availability.

Responsibilities

• Provide respite care in the family home or in the community.
• Offer safety and companionship during care.
• Support transitions and help de-escalate heightened behaviors.
• Engage children in activities such as YMCA visits, nature walks, library trips, and outings.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Compassionate

Background check

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.

We are looking for a flexible and compassionate Family Respite Provider in the Wausau, WI, area who can support one family. Depending on the family’s needs, providers may work in a 1:1 setting with an individual child or provide care for multiple siblings simultaneously.

WAGE

• Determined by the child(ren) receiving services and may vary based on the number of family members supported during scheduled respite shifts.
• Range: $10.60 per hour - $17.66 per hour

SCHEDULE

• Respite care is to be scheduled between provider and family.
• Mainly looking for assistance on weekends. Flexible start/end time.

TASKS

• Respite care is to be conducted either in the family’s home -or out in the community. Community outings are encouraged!
• Provide safety and companionship during care.
• Ability to provide support during transitions and de-escalate heightened behaviors.
• Hang out and have fun! These kiddos enjoy going to the YMCA for open swim, using their State Park passes for nature walks, going to the library, going out to the movies, walking around catching Pokémon, keeping up with new trends, and so much more.

REQUIREMENTS

• Reliable Transportation
• Must pass a background check
• Preferring an individual who can plan and remain reliable – giving the kiddos something to look forward to.

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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