• Job Description

  Req#: 47434926
  
  Direct Support Profession III
  
  This position is available for Morning, Evening and Night shifts on multiple homes.
  
  This position may be eligible to earn additional pay for work performed on evenings, nights and/or weekends.
  
  This position may also be eligible to earn additional pay for work performed on maximum security locations.
  
  Come work in an environment where we truly value and respect those we serve and believe in the mission that all people can achieve a higher level of wellness and independence.
  The state supported living centers serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are medically fragile or who have behavioral problems. The centers provide campus-based direct services and supports at 13 centers located throughout the state. Learn About Our State Supported Living Centers
  
  The state of Texas offers many benefits to employees. HHSC is a qualifying organization for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, which forgives the remaining balance on college student Direct Loans after making 120 qualifying monthly payments. We also offer excellent health benefits, a lifetime monthly retirement annuityas well as 401(k) and 457 Programs under the Employees Retirement System of Texas.
  If you are looking for a place to work where you can establish a career that is filled with purpose, this is the job for you!
  
  The Direct Support Professional (DSP III) works as part of a team that helps people with intellectual disabilities achieve their goals. This includes routine and emergency care, treatment, and training for people with intellectual disabilities in various settings. Responsibilities can vary, and may include such duties as grooming, bathing, feeding, observing and reporting individual's conditions and behaviors, providing meaningful interactions with individuals, and participating in individualized training and/or active treatment programs for both males and females. Additionally, the DSP III may serve as a relief charge in the absence of the of the assigned charge. The DSP documents information on the person's life, such as things that occur throughout their daily schedule, how they respond to activities on the home, training, and unusual incidents. Completion of work requires use of simple and/or routine duties, while decision making is based on guidance that will be provided to you as you are prepared for the job and from other professional staff on your team. Work is in a team environment with guidance provided through supervision and training. May provide training/mentorship to new DSP Is, DSP IIs and/or volunteer to serve as a shift/team lead. This position may be required to drive a state-owned vehicle.
  

• About the company

  Texas is a state in the South Central region of the United States.

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