Youth Respite Provider

Consumer Direct Care Network; Eau Claire (WI); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Consumer Direct Care Network seeks a compassionate Youth Respite Provider to support a child with Autism at home in Eau Claire, WI. The role offers weekday night shifts (4–6 hours) with times set in advance with the parent, focusing on safety, engagement, and emotional support.

You will join in play, favorite activities, and gentle redirection, helping the child feel secure while adults supervise and ensure safe transportation as needed. Previous autism experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and current auto insurance.
• Experience supporting children with Autism (preferred).
• Calm, patient, and consistent – especially during challenging moments.
• Comfortable with child-led play and engaging in fun, creative activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive, consistent safety supervision at home.
• Join in favorite activities like Sesame Street, Secret Life of Pets, dress-up, outdoor play, and educational games.
• Encourage self-expression and use positive redirection when needed.
• Remain patient and supportive when the child is frustrated (especially when told 'no').
• Support emotional regulation by being a calm, steady presence.
• Provide safe transportation as needed.

Skills

Autism support experience

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.

Title: Youth Respite Provider

Pay: $17.66/Hour

Job Posting: Fun Week Night Youth Respite Provider

We’re looking for a compassionate, patient respite care provider to support a sweet and energetic child with Autism. This role focuses on providing safe, engaging care during weekdays, typically once a week, schedule in advance.

The ideal provider is calm, grounded, and reliable - able to create a safe, structured, and fun environment where the child feels supported and engaged.

Starting Wage: $17.66/hour

Schedule: 1 Weekday Night/Week (4–6 hours per shift; exact times arranged in advance with parent)

What You’ll Do

• Provide attentive, consistent safety supervision at home.
• Join in favorite activities like Sesame Street, Secret Life of Pets, dress-up, outdoor play, and educational games.
• Encourage self-expression and use positive redirection when needed.
• Remain patient and supportive when the child is frustrated (especially when told "no").
• Support emotional regulation by being a calm, steady presence.
• Provide safe transportation as needed.

What We’re Looking For

• Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and current auto insurance.
• Experience supporting children with Autism (preferred).
• Calm, patient, and consistent - especially during challenging moments.
• Comfortable with child-led play and engaging in fun, creative activities.

About the Child

• Loves number blocks, Sesame Street, Secret Life of Pets, dress-up, and outdoor adventures.
• May walk on tiptoes and be a little clumsy, but has a joyful, "just vibing" personality.

Traits of a Great Fit

• Patience is key - able to remain calm and consistent when emotions run high.
• A steady, reliable "rock" for the child.
• Non-judgmental, understanding, and supportive.

*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.