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, understanding, and encouraging Direct Support Professional (1099 Independent Contractor) to provide specialized, one-on-one care in Albemarle, NC (Zip Code: 28001). In this role, you will work with a middle school student who has autism and anxiety to help her build social confidence, manage group settings, and master everyday life skills. Our ideal contractor is empathetic and structured, capable of creating a safe space while gently encouraging community participation. Because social environments and large crowds can trigger anxiety, your role will focus on providing reassurance, building peer connection strategies, and fostering independence at home and in the community. Key Responsibilities • Social & Community Integration: Accompany the youth to community events and group settings, helping her manage social anxiety and fear of large crowds while building peer connections. • Life Skills Development: Guide and assist with personal care routines, organizational skills, and beginner cooking tasks. • Anxiety Management & Support: Maintain a calm, reassuring atmosphere and implement effective coping strategies during overwhelming or overstimulating situations. • Goal Progression: Work collaboratively with care coordinators and family members to track progress on functional and social goals. 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: • Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 3:15 PM – 6:15 PM (CLS) • Saturdays: Every other Saturday availability as needed (CLS/Respite) • Additional Respite: As needed per contractor availability Qualifications • Contractor Status: Must be willing to contract as a 1099 Independent Contractor. • Education: High school diploma or equivalent (required). • Experience: Experience working with youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and social anxiety 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 meaningful, lasting difference in Albemarle, NC, empowering a young student to gain independence, overcome anxiety, and build community connections. 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.