Respite Provider

Company: Consumer Direct Care Network
Location: Pewaukee
Posted on: June 29, 2025

Job Description:

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 an experienced and reliable Teen Respite Provider to give companionship, support and supervision to a female with special needs. Your role as a Respite Provider is essential in ensuring the well-being of the teen while allowing her main caregivers the necessary breaks they need for self-care. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, be trustworthy, and have an easy-going personality, but still respect boundaries without being too intrusive. We are looking for a long-term care provider that is willing to be flexible with summer and fall hours.The family would prefer the same potential employee to work with the teen on daily living skills. Tasks to work on include hygiene practices, following directions, keeping a routine/schedule, safety practices at home and in the community, and work on improving her communication, as she is verbally limited. The ideal candidate will be able to build a trusting relationship with the teen and engage with her during your time together, while demonstrating patience and compassion. We are looking for a long-term care provider that is willing to be flexible with summer and fall hours. The teen is a fun- spirited girl who enjoys her Wii games and Disney videos. She is a big fan of Elmo and Sesame Street. She also may enjoy splash pads and swimming pools. Currently her favorite leisure activity is puzzles.Location:Pewaukee, WI – SummerWales, WI – School yearRespite Provider Wage: $18.42 per hourHours:18 hours per week – Summer9 hours per week – School yearTasks:CompanionshipCommunity outingsEngage teen in hobbies she enjoys and interact with herMeal PreparationSupervision Toileting Assistance (cues, reminders, and supervision)Teen Support Wage: $20.26 per hourHours:12 hours per week. Flexible 3–4-hour shifts during late afternoons/early evenings.9 hours per week during the school year.Tasks:Communication skills: improve her ability to use her words, use complete sentences, etc.Hygiene practices: toileting: cues and reminders, assistance with cleanup/wiping/her period Learning to follow directionsEstablish a routine/scheduleSafety practices at home (kitchen skills) and in the communityQualifications:Authorized to work in the U.S.Valid Driver's License, reliable vehicle, and auto insuranceExperience preferred: working with non-verbal special needs children/teens. Able to pass a background check Prior experience preferred in Health Sciences, Special Education (teachers or paraprofessionals) as well as others who have a passion for those with complex specialneeds.Family prefers FEMALE providersFor questions or other inquiries, feel free to email us at cdwibrokers@consumerdirectcare.comFor more opportunities, visit our Facebook Page:CDWI FacebookYou can also complete this form to be contacted regarding other opportunities in your area:https://forms.office.com/r/bNA70UHRTF *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. $ 20.26 Salary: . Date posted: 06/24/2025

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