“I would recommend working for this program for any student interested in pursuing a career in healthcare. The knowledge I gained about autism from my hands on experiences far surpassed what I have learned in the classroom.”

Full Time Positions
There are currently no full time openings in Respite & Youth Resources. Candidates interested in regular positions should email their resume to Human Resources.
Part-Time Positions
If interested in any of the positions below, please complete an online application or contact our respite hiring team at 608-237-8501.
Inclusion Facilitators – Youth Resources
This part-time position works directly with children and/or teenagers with developmental disabilities. Depending on the age of the child this position may be providing services in a child care program or in the Madison community at large. Facilitators are tasked with modeling appropriate interactions to the child’s peers, community members and building community partners to enhance the opportunities available for the children and teens we serve. When working in a child care setting, we focus on establishing friendships for the child as well as increasing child care staff’s knowledge, comfort level and involvement with including children with disabilities in their program. When working with teenagers, Inclusion Facilitators are responsible for inclusive and individualized social and recreational opportunities for youth. No experience necessary.
Rate of pay is $18.00/hour with mileage and expense reimbursement.
Respite Providers – Respite
This position works directly with children, teenagers and adults who have developmental disabilities. Respite Providers are responsible for providing quality care for children, youth or adults with developmental disabilities; offering relief to family members or caregivers and allowing them the freedom to work, go to school, or just take a break, knowing that their family member with a disability is well cared for and safe. Respite care may take place in the family’s home, in the provider’s home or in the community. No experience necessary.
Rate of pay is $16.00/hour with mileage and expense reimbursement.
Support Specialists – Respite
This position typically works with families experiencing higher levels of stress or whose child is at risk of out of home placement. Support Specialists are responsible for assisting with the implementation of support plans that encourage and foster each child’s independence and inclusion within the family home and in the community.
Under the supervision of the CARES Coordinator, Support Specialists provide one-to-one coaching and training to individual children and teens in targeted skill-development areas.
Rate of pay is $20.00/hour with mileage and expense reimbursement.