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Direct Support Professional II Job Coach Sheltered Wkshop
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Job Information Functional Title:
Direct Support Professional II Job Coach Sheltered Workshop
Job Title:
Direct Support Professional II
Agency:
Health & Human Services Comm
Department:
Sheltered Workshop
Posting Number:
12523
Closing Date:
01/20/2026
Posting Audience:
Internal and External
Occupational Category:
Healthcare Support
Salary Group:
TEXAS-A-12
Salary Range:
$3,047.58 - $4,149.83
Pay Frequency:
Monthly
Shift:
Day
Additional Shift:
Days (First); Evenings (Second)
Telework:
Not Eligible for Telework
Travel:
Up to 5%
Regular/Temporary:
Regular
Full Time/Part Time:
Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:
Nonexempt
Facility Location:
Mexia State Supported Living Center
Job Location City:
MEXIA
Job Location Address:
540 CHAPEL DRIVE
MOS Codes:
No military equivalent
Brief Job Description This position is available for Morning, Evening and Night shifts on multiple homes. It may be eligible to earn additional pay for work performed on evenings, nights, weekends, if on maximum security locations, and for additional duties performed at different facilities. The role supports a team that helps people with intellectual disabilities achieve their goals in a respectful and mission‑aligned environment.
Essential Job Functions
Attend work on a regular basis, following a scheduled shift or rotating schedule, and perform other duties as assigned.
Implement habilitation and rehabilitation, behavior management, crisis intervention, and treatment programs tailored to each individual.
Teach life skills such as feeding, dressing, and personal hygiene.
Participate in development of individual treatment plans.
Observe individuals for health changes and document observations.
Report significant changes in physical condition or behavior and record information appropriately.
Assist with transportation of individuals to scheduled activities and in emergency situations.
Administer first aid and perform CPR as needed.
Attend to healthcare needs under supervision of medical personnel.
Evacuate individuals in the event of a fire, natural disaster, or drill.
Prevent or manage aggressive behavior and administer CPR in emergencies.
Perform direct care and support services to individuals.
Provide training or mentorship to new DSPs and/or volunteer as a shift/team lead.
Participate in disaster response, recovery, or COOP activation as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
Ability to speak and read English.
Decision‑making and good judgment in critical incidents.
Quick, calm reaction to emergencies.
Proper body mechanics and lifting techniques.
Knowledge of individual care techniques and treatment/therapy programs.
Provision of first aid, CPR, Ukeru, and safe use of restraint (SUR).
Effective communication and training/mentoring skills.
Teamwork and collaboration.
Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications Valid Texas driver’s license or proof of obtaining one within 90 days after hire. Applicants with an out‑of‑state license must submit an original certified driving record. Certification in CPR, First Aid, Ukeru, and/or SUR is preferred.
Initial Screening Criteria Required
High school diploma or equivalent, or prior employment experience.
Preferred
Six months of work experience.
Experience writing reports.
Experience in behavior programs for persons with intellectual developmental disabilities.
Experience working with people who have mental health/intellectual developmental disabilities.
Additional Information
Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre‑employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aide, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct and HHS List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE).
Male applicants 18‑25 must register with the Selective Service.
All State Supported Living Center employees are subject to random drug testing.
Flexibility in work hours may be required; overtime, extended hours, weekends, and holidays may be necessary.
Minimum age requirement: 18 years old.
Review our Tips for Success when applying for jobs at DFPS, DSHS and HHSC.
Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans All active‑duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified. For more information, see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions and Military Crosswalk Guide.
ADA Accommodations HHSC and DSHS agencies provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. Contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1‑888‑894‑4747 for assistance.
Pre‑Employment Checks and Work Eligibility Applicants may need to pass background checks and other due‑diligence requirements. HHSC uses E‑Verify; please bring your I‑9 documentation on your first day of work.
Telework Disclaimer This position may be eligible for telework. All HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the supervisor and business needs.
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Job Information Functional Title:
Direct Support Professional II Job Coach Sheltered Workshop
Job Title:
Direct Support Professional II
Agency:
Health & Human Services Comm
Department:
Sheltered Workshop
Posting Number:
12523
Closing Date:
01/20/2026
Posting Audience:
Internal and External
Occupational Category:
Healthcare Support
Salary Group:
TEXAS-A-12
Salary Range:
$3,047.58 - $4,149.83
Pay Frequency:
Monthly
Shift:
Day
Additional Shift:
Days (First); Evenings (Second)
Telework:
Not Eligible for Telework
Travel:
Up to 5%
Regular/Temporary:
Regular
Full Time/Part Time:
Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:
Nonexempt
Facility Location:
Mexia State Supported Living Center
Job Location City:
MEXIA
Job Location Address:
540 CHAPEL DRIVE
MOS Codes:
No military equivalent
Brief Job Description This position is available for Morning, Evening and Night shifts on multiple homes. It may be eligible to earn additional pay for work performed on evenings, nights, weekends, if on maximum security locations, and for additional duties performed at different facilities. The role supports a team that helps people with intellectual disabilities achieve their goals in a respectful and mission‑aligned environment.
Essential Job Functions
Attend work on a regular basis, following a scheduled shift or rotating schedule, and perform other duties as assigned.
Implement habilitation and rehabilitation, behavior management, crisis intervention, and treatment programs tailored to each individual.
Teach life skills such as feeding, dressing, and personal hygiene.
Participate in development of individual treatment plans.
Observe individuals for health changes and document observations.
Report significant changes in physical condition or behavior and record information appropriately.
Assist with transportation of individuals to scheduled activities and in emergency situations.
Administer first aid and perform CPR as needed.
Attend to healthcare needs under supervision of medical personnel.
Evacuate individuals in the event of a fire, natural disaster, or drill.
Prevent or manage aggressive behavior and administer CPR in emergencies.
Perform direct care and support services to individuals.
Provide training or mentorship to new DSPs and/or volunteer as a shift/team lead.
Participate in disaster response, recovery, or COOP activation as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
Ability to speak and read English.
Decision‑making and good judgment in critical incidents.
Quick, calm reaction to emergencies.
Proper body mechanics and lifting techniques.
Knowledge of individual care techniques and treatment/therapy programs.
Provision of first aid, CPR, Ukeru, and safe use of restraint (SUR).
Effective communication and training/mentoring skills.
Teamwork and collaboration.
Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications Valid Texas driver’s license or proof of obtaining one within 90 days after hire. Applicants with an out‑of‑state license must submit an original certified driving record. Certification in CPR, First Aid, Ukeru, and/or SUR is preferred.
Initial Screening Criteria Required
High school diploma or equivalent, or prior employment experience.
Preferred
Six months of work experience.
Experience writing reports.
Experience in behavior programs for persons with intellectual developmental disabilities.
Experience working with people who have mental health/intellectual developmental disabilities.
Additional Information
Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre‑employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aide, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct and HHS List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE).
Male applicants 18‑25 must register with the Selective Service.
All State Supported Living Center employees are subject to random drug testing.
Flexibility in work hours may be required; overtime, extended hours, weekends, and holidays may be necessary.
Minimum age requirement: 18 years old.
Review our Tips for Success when applying for jobs at DFPS, DSHS and HHSC.
Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans All active‑duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified. For more information, see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions and Military Crosswalk Guide.
ADA Accommodations HHSC and DSHS agencies provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. Contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1‑888‑894‑4747 for assistance.
Pre‑Employment Checks and Work Eligibility Applicants may need to pass background checks and other due‑diligence requirements. HHSC uses E‑Verify; please bring your I‑9 documentation on your first day of work.
Telework Disclaimer This position may be eligible for telework. All HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the supervisor and business needs.
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