Direct Care Support Professional
About The Position
Covenant Case Management Services is seeking a patient, understanding, and encouraging Direct Support Professional to provide specialized, one-on-one care to a middle school student with autism and anxiety in Albemarle, North Carolina. The role focuses on helping the student build social confidence, manage group settings, and develop everyday life skills, while fostering independence at home and in the community. The contractor will accompany the student to community events and group settings, provide reassurance and support with anxiety, and help develop strategies for connecting with peers. The position also involves assistance with personal care routines, organization, and beginner cooking tasks, as well as coordinating with care coordinators and family members to track progress toward functional and social goals. This is a 1099 independent contractor position. Pay is $16.75 per hour for Community Living & Supports (CLS) and $15.00 per hour for Respite Care. The regular schedule is Tuesday through Thursday, 3:15 PM–6:15 PM, with availability every other Saturday as needed and additional respite work as contractor availability permits.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Willingness to contract as a 1099 independent contractor.
- Valid North Carolina driver’s license, reliable personal vehicle, and active auto insurance.
- Ability to pass a standard background check.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and social anxiety.
Responsibilities
- Accompany the youth to community events and group settings, supporting her in managing social anxiety and fear of large crowds while building peer connections.
- Guide and assist with personal care routines, organizational skills, and beginner cooking tasks.
- Maintain a calm, reassuring atmosphere and implement coping strategies during overwhelming or overstimulating situations.
- Work collaboratively with care coordinators and family members to track progress on functional and social goals.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
