Respite Care Provider

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 a reliable, patient, and caring Respite Care Provider to offer part-time support when additional help is needed. The expectations for this role are to provide a calm, safe, and engaging environment in the child's home and, occasionally, in the community. The ideal candidate will be comfortable supporting an individual who experiences daily seizures and will provide a steady, reassuring presence while following an established Seizure Action Plan. About the child This child enjoys: • Reading books • Playing on their tablet • Card/board games • Going places they are familiar/comfortable with • Playing outdoors when the weather is nice • Being spoken to calm and slowly Responsibilities • Provide Attentive one-on-one care in the child's home • Occasional outings in the community • Monitor for seizure activity and respond appropriately according to the Seizure Action Plan • Provide gentle reminders for bathroom use, as delaying may trigger seizures • Maintain a calm and predictable environment with slow and clear communication • Offer reassurance and support during moments of frustration or feeling overwhelmed Seizure Awareness & Care • Seizures occur daily and may include: o Head turning to the side o Eye twitching o Dizziness • The individual is aware that seizures may occur • The provider must remain calm and confident during seizure activity • Experience with seizure care is preferred Qualifications • Experience working with individuals who have seizures or complex medical needs • Patient, dependable, and understanding • Comfortable maintaining routines and a calm pace • Able to follow care plans consistently • Must have a Driver's License & reliable vehicle If you need additional support, please connect with: View email address on click.appcast.io For questions or other inquiries, feel free to email us at View email address on click.appcast.io For more opportunities, visit our Facebook Page: CDWI Facebook You can also complete this form to be contacted regarding other opportunities in your area: *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. $ 14.13 Base Max. $ 14.13 Salary: . Date posted: 08/13/2026