Part-Time
Respite Companion
Consumer Direct Care Network
1,001-5,000 employees
Provides self-directed in-home personal care
Compensation Overview
$18/hr
No H1B Sponsorship
Madison, WI, USA
Hybrid
Up to 12 hours per week, with transportation required for up to 50 miles per month.
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- The candidate must pass a background check before hire.
- The candidate must have a valid driver's license, vehicle insurance, and a reliable vehicle.
- The candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
- The candidate must be comfortable around guinea pigs.
- The candidate must understand boundaries and show empathy for struggles with physical limitations.
- Support the member with engaging activities in the Madison community.
- Provide transportation for up to 50 miles per month.
- Assist the member in exploring what Madison has to offer.
- Provide companionship during outings and serve as a natural support.
- Encourage the member while respecting their personal diagnosis.
- Remain mindful of surroundings and ensure the member's safety and personal space.
CDCN helps people who self-direct their in-home care by coordinating a nationwide network of caregivers and handling Medicaid payments. Clients and families choose how their home care is organized, and CDCN provides access to caregivers, scheduling, oversight, and payer support to implement that plan. The company differentiates itself with its national reach, large caregiver network (over 138,000), and focus on caregiver development and mission-driven values, supported by a long history since 1990. Its goal is to help people live safely, healthily, and independently at home by delivering personalized, in-home care.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Missoula, Montana
Founded
1990
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Consumer Direct added EOT ownership in September 2025, signaling long-term employee alignment.
- Washington caregivers won 10% raises and faster background checks, helping recruitment in 2025-2026.
- The company still markets active programs in Nevada, Texas, Virginia, and Washington in 2026.
What critics are saying
- Medicaid reimbursement changes in Washington and D.C. squeeze margins by 2026.
- CDWA's 2025-2027 contract raises wages, holidays, and retirement costs starting July 2025.
- Dependency on state waiver contracts makes any procurement loss an existential collapse risk.
What makes Consumer Direct Care Network unique
- Consumer Direct Care Network serves Medicaid self-directed care across coast-to-coast state programs.
- Its 2025 employee ownership trust owns over 30% of shares, strengthening retention.
- Washington's CDWA platform bundles payroll, benefits, mileage, and scheduling for personal caregivers.
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