Respite Provider
- Consumer Direct Care Network
- Colby, United States
- $36,000
General information
Date
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Location
WI - Colby
Position Level
Individual Contributor I
Employment Type
Part time
Career Field
Caregiver
Pay Type
Hourly
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.
Job Posting:
Respite Care Provider Needed
Are you looking for a part-time position in the Wausau area? Are you patient, attentive, and have experience working with children with special needs? If you answered yes to those questions, we would love to hear from you!
We are looking for a respite care provider for a young boy in Colby, WI. This position would provide up to 8hrs per week, and is weekends only! The child in need of respite is very easy going with a big personality! He is nonverbal and utilizes an AAC device, sign language, and body language to communicate.
Schedule & Pay:
- Hourly Wage: $17.66
- Respite care would be provided in your home and out in the community.
- Schedule: Weekends from 1pm-4pm (8hrs/week)
About The Child-
- Nonverbal (utilizes AAC & Sign Language to communicate)
Enjoys:
- Outdoor play (parks, watching airplanes)
- Car rides
- Going through the car wash
- Music
- Taking photos & videos on his tablet
Responsibilities-
- Engage with the child with his favorite activities and special interests
- Personal cares (this child utilizes pullups)
- Meal prepping (as needed)
- Supervision
Requirements-
- CPR Certification
- Valid Driver’s License, reliable vehicle, & auto insurance
- Previous experience working with special needs children
Email your resume to: MataiaC@Consumerdirectcare.com
For questions or other inquiries, feel free to email us at cdwisbsrecruitment@consumerdirectcare.com
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*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.
$ 17.66
Base Max.
$ 17.66
Skills
- Respite Care
- childcare
- Special Needs Care
- Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC)
- Sign Language
- Patient Care
- Behavioral support

