Child Respite Care Provider

Consumer Direct Care Network • Menomonie, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Consumer Direct Care Network is seeking an energetic, reliable, and engaging childcare provider to support an active child at home and in the local community in Menomonie, Wisconsin. The child is independent with personal care tasks but benefits from gentle reminders and encouragement to stay focused. He enjoys hockey, basketball, bike rides, physical games, swimming, climbing, and other outdoor activities. The provider will help with school-day routines and transitions, provide reminders and encouragement, and engage in active play. Students or individuals pursuing education, child development, social work, or related fields are encouraged to apply, as are other qualified applicants who enjoy working with children.

The schedule is weekday mornings, Monday through Friday, from 6:10 to 7:10 a.m., and weekday afternoons on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Occasional additional on-call opportunities may be available if desired. Pay is $14.13 per hour. If hired by a Member or their Managing Party, that party—not CDCN—will be the legal employer and will have sole authority to hire or dismiss the worker. CDCN assists with recruiting a Direct Care Worker.

Requirements

• Be energetic, active, and enthusiastic.
• Be dependable and punctual.
• Be comfortable engaging in sports and active play.
• Be able to build positive relationships with children.
• Have a reliable vehicle, a driver's license, and auto insurance.
• Be able to pass caregiver and criminal background checks.

Nice To Haves

• Students or individuals pursuing degrees in education, child development, social work, or related fields are encouraged to apply.
• Interest in occasional additional on-call opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Help the child stay on task while getting ready for school or daycare.
• Provide reminders for dressing, brushing teeth, and gathering belongings.
• Assist the child in getting to the school bus or provide occasional transportation when needed.
• Help the child transition home from school or daycare.
• Prepare or serve a simple snack or meal.
• Engage in fun, active play at home or in the local community.
• Assist with the bedtime routine by providing reminders and encouragement to stay on task.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed