Child Respite Provider

Consumer Direct Care Network • Chippewa Falls, WI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

A loving family in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, is seeking a reliable and engaging respite care provider to support their young son. The role provides one-on-one supervision and support while giving a parent time to complete household tasks and recharge. The child is friendly and talkative, and does well with caregivers who are playful, flexible, willing to follow his interests, and able to maintain appropriate expectations. He experiences anxiety, especially around weather-related concerns, and may become overwhelmed or have difficulty with emotional regulation and behavior. The provider should offer patient, appropriate support when emotions escalate and help the child re-engage. Care will begin in the family home, with the care location flexible. The schedule is arranged in advance and consists of weekend shifts of 4–5 hours. Compensation is $14.13 per hour. If hired, the legal employer of record is the Member or Managing Party; Consumer Direct Care Network assists with recruiting and is not the legal employer.

Requirements

• Successfully pass a caregiver/criminal background check.
• Be authorized to work in the United States.
• Have reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.
• Be LGBTQ+ friendly and pet friendly.
• Have some experience working closely with autistic or ADHD children.
• Be calm, patient, dependable, and consistent; avoid taking challenging comments personally.
• Be comfortable and experienced in redirecting and supporting emotional regulation.
• Be engaging and relationship-focused.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with children with behavioral or emotional support needs.
• A playful, flexible approach that follows the child's interests while maintaining appropriate expectations.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive one-on-one safety supervision.
• Engage the child in active play and conversation.
• Support social interaction and participation in activities in the local community.
• Participate in the child's interests, including parks and outdoor play, board games, construction and fire equipment toys, tinkering and taking apart objects, and learning about space exploration and weather.
• Support the child's regulation after potential behavioral events by offering a snack and time, playful interaction, physical activity or time outside, and comfort items such as fidgets or soft toys.

What This Job Offers

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