Respite Companion for an Incredible Kid
Apply now(opens in a new window) Job No: 28339 Division/Organization: Mission Respite Department: Human Services Job Type: Local Student Jobs Remote Eligbility: Not Remote Location: 1185 US Highway 14, Suite B OREGON, WI 53575 (not on bus line)Salary/Wage Range or Lump Sum: $18.00 to $20.00 Job Categories: Agriculture and Natural Resources, Athletics, Sports, and Recreation, Child Development and Care, Customer Service, Education and Training, Healthcare and Health Sciences, Summer Off-Campus Opportunities, Business Management, Finance, and Marketing, Communications, Broadcasting, and Media Arts, Data Analysis, Department and Office Assistants, Facilities and Landscaping, Government and Public Administration, Graduate Assistant-Programs/Projects, Graduate Assistant-Research, Graduate Assistant-Teaching Assistant, Graduate Fellowships, Hospitality, Information Technology and Computers, Nonprofit/Community-Based Organization, Performing and Visual Arts, Pet and House Sitting (short-term), Pet and House Sitting (long-term), STEM, Federal Work-Study Preferred, Local Work-Study Required Student Jobs, Libraries, Archives, and Museums, Higher Education-Student Affairs
Department Overview:
Mission Respite connects caring individuals with incredible kids to provide non-medical respite for families with a child with special needs. We provide respite care for families across Dane County.
Anticipated Hours Per Week
10-20
Schedule:
Flexible schedule based on your availability. Minimum of 8 hours per week.
Salary/Wage Range:
Hourly $18.00 to $20.00
Number Of Positions
4
Position Summary/Job Duties:
Mission Respite is looking for dependable, compassionate individuals looking to make a difference in the life of a child with special needs. As a Respite Companion you will enage with a child in their home or out in the community, having fun. By providing non-medical respite care for a child with special needs, you will provide an opportunity for the parent/primary caregiver a break from the demanding role of caregiving. Plus you will provide companionship to this Incredible Kid!
Part-time, flexible scheduling with a minimum of 8 hours per week, up to 32 hours per week. $18-20 per hour plus weekly pay.
Activities you could participate in include: being active outdoors, crafts, thrifing, baking, playing games, swimming, reading, teaching and building a rewarding relationship. We strive to match you with an Incredible Kid with similar interests and availability.
Qualifications:
- compassionate
- dependable
-desire to make a positive impact
- must pass background check and interview process
- reliable transportation is required, very few of our families are located on the bus line
Application Instructions:
Visit: https://app.missionrespite.com/respite-companion-application
Click on the link to complete the 3 steps to get started.
Contact:
Org: Mission Respitewww.missionrespite.com heather@missionrespite.com
Advertised: February 25, 2026 05:00 AM Applications close: March 25, 2026 05:00 AM
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