CAREERS AT COVENANT
DSP Jobs & IDD Careers
in North Carolina
Build a career that reflects your heart, your talents, and your greater purpose.
At Covenant Case Management Services, our team members do more than fill a role. They help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and traumatic brain injuries (TBI) live fuller, more independent lives across North Carolina. Whether you are just starting out or looking for your next step, this is a place where your gifts matter and your growth is nurtured.
WHERE YOU FIT
Roles We Hire For
Explore where your calling fits. Every role at Covenant is built around one thing: helping the people we serve thrive with purpose.
DSP Roles
Our Direct Support Professionals work side by side with the individuals we serve, supporting daily living, community access, and the personal goals that matter most to them. This is hands-on, relational work for people who lead with patience and heart, and it spans full-time, part-time, respite, and day program openings across North Carolina.
To get started, you will need a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, proof of auto insurance, and the ability to pass a background check. Some positions call for specialized experience such as trach or seizure care. New to the field? The certifications required for the role, including the Core Exam, NCI, CPR and First Aid, and Medication Administration, are completed through onboarding.
Corporate Level / Clinician Roles
Beyond direct support, Covenant hires the Qualified Professionals and licensed clinicians who shape, strengthen, and oversee the care we deliver. These roles include Qualified Professionals (QPs), Licensed Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), Speech Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, nurses, and housing case managers.
Each position calls for the credentials and licensure specific to its discipline, along with a background check. Every posting lists the exact requirements and setting, so you know what the role involves before you apply.
THE COVENANT DIFFERENCE
Why Build Your Career at Covenant
Feel Good About Where You Work
Experience a culture of belonging, support, and collaboration. Because when you feel seen and valued, you thrive.
Be Part of a Team That Cares
You will work alongside people who lead with heart and live the mission every day, for the people we serve and for each other.
Grow in Your Calling
From mentorship to skill-building, we invest in your future so you can grow personally and professionally in the work you were made for.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
Pay, Training & Roles
Here is what to expect when you join the Covenant team. Every posting lists the details for that specific role.
- Competitive, role-specific pay. Because every assignment is different, compensation is set per position and discussed with you directly.
- Flexible scheduling that varies by position, so you can find a fit for your life.
- Many of our DSP openings are independent contractor (1099) positions. For those roles, paid training and company benefits do not apply. Each posting states whether it is an employee or an independent contractor role, so you know before you apply.
- Required training and certifications for the role include the Core Exam (policies, HIPAA, client rights), NCI, CPR and First Aid, and Medication Administration.
- Mentorship and support as you grow in your calling.
GETTING STARTED
How to Apply
Find Your Fit
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Meet the Team
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NOW HIRING
Available Positions
We have Direct Support Professional and respite openings across North Carolina, from Asheville and Union Mills to Mooresville, Raleigh, and the Charlotte area. Find the role and location that fit your life.
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Careers FAQ
What does a Direct Support Professional (DSP) do?
A DSP provides hands-on support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping with daily living, community access, and personal goals. At Covenant, DSPs work directly with the people we serve across North Carolina and receive training to grow in the role.
Do I need experience or a certification to become a DSP in North Carolina?
No certification is required before you apply. For most DSP roles you will need a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, proof of auto insurance, and the ability to pass a background check. Some positions call for specialized experience such as trach or seizure care. Once hired, you will complete training that includes a Core Exam covering policies, HIPAA, and client rights, along with NCI, CPR and First Aid, and Medication Administration.
Are Covenant's positions employee or independent contractor roles?
Many of our DSP openings are independent contractor (1099) positions. For those roles, paid training and company benefits do not apply. Each posting states whether it is an employee or an independent contractor position, so you will know before you apply.
Where are Covenant's jobs located?
Covenant is headquartered in Albemarle, North Carolina and employs team members across 56+ counties statewide, including the Charlotte metro and surrounding communities. Specific locations are listed with each open position.
How much do DSPs and care coordinators earn at Covenant?
Pay is competitive and set per position. Because every assignment is different and rates vary by role and client need, compensation is shared and discussed for each specific opening rather than as a single range.
How do I apply for a job at Covenant?
Browse our open positions, submit a short online application, and our team will follow up to discuss next steps.
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.