Direct Support Professional

About Covenant Case Management Services At Covenant Case Management Services, our mission is to serve our community through education, advocacy, and partnership to fuel purpose-filled futures. Founded on the belief that everyone deserves a safe, joyful place to thrive, we provide holistic, compassionate, whole-person care to empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) to overcome limitations and realize their dreams.

We consider those we serve an extension of our family and our independent contractors an essential part of our team.

About the Role & Location We are seeking a patient, engaging, and supportive Direct Support Professional (1099 Independent Contractor) to provide individualized, one-on-one care in Charlotte, NC (Zip Code: 28277).

Our ideal contractor is empathetic and structured, skilled at providing positive verbal encouragement when frustration arises. Your primary focus will be guiding smooth transitions, assisting with age-appropriate daily tasks, and providing balanced support around routines and mealtime fixations.

Key Responsibilities
• Transition & Routine Support: Guide and prompt the youth through activity transitions and daily age-appropriate tasks with patience and structure.
• Emotional Support & Encouragement: Provide gentle verbal prompting and reassuring support during moments of frustration to help de-escalate crying or stress.
• Community & Recreational Engagement: Accompany and support the youth during favorite activities, such as swimming, basketball, art, library visits, and community outings.
• Goal Progression & Safety: Work collaboratively with care coordinators and family members to foster independence, routine consistency, and personal growth.

Schedule & Pay Rates This 1099 Independent Contractor position pays:
• Community Living & Supports (CLS): $16.75 per hour
• Respite Care: $15.00 per hour

Work Schedule:
• School Year: Flexible schedule up to 15 hours per week for CLS care.
• School Breaks / Summer: Flexible schedule up to 28 hours per week for CLS care.
• Respite Care: Provided as needed (up to 300 annual respite hours available based on family need).

Qualifications
• Contractor Status: Must be willing to contract as a 1099 Independent Contractor.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• Experience: Experience supporting youth with developmental needs, implementing structured routines, and using positive verbal support preferred.
• Transportation: Valid North Carolina Driver’s License, reliable personal vehicle, and active auto insurance (required).
• Screening: Ability to pass standard background check.

Why Contract With Us? As a 1099 Direct Support Professional earning $16.75/hr for CLS and $15.00/hr for Respite, you will have the opportunity to make a direct, positive impact in Charlotte, NC (28277), helping a fun-loving young boy navigate daily routines, pursue his passions, and thrive with purpose.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Covenant Case Management Services actively encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences. We believe diversity strengthens our ability to serve individuals and families with dignity, respect, and compassion.

Covenant Case Management Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment and to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees, contractors, and applicants. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.