Direct Support Professional III

Career Opportunities:
Direct Support Professional III (16234)

Posting  
16234 – Posted –
Health & Human Services Comm –
Unit 4 – Residential Care –
Healthcare Support –
Abilene State Supported Living Center –
Not Eligible for Telework – Other Locations (1) – Additional Shifts available (4) – $3,000 – $4,999 per month

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. Your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more.

Functional

Title:

Direct Support Professional III
Job Title: Direct Support Professional III
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm
Department: Unit 4 – Residential Care
Posting Number: 16234
Closing Date: 07/22/2026
Posting Audience: Internal and External
Occupational Category: Healthcare Support
Salary Range: $3,649.83 – $4,594.50
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group: TEXAS-A-14
Shift: Evening
Additional Shift: Days (First);
Evenings (Second);
Nights (Third);
Weekends
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:

Abilene State Supported Living Center
Job Location City: ABILENE
Job Location Address: 2501 MAPLE ST
Other Locations: Abilene
MOS Codes: No military equivalent

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.

This position is available for Morning, Evening, and Night shifts on multiple homes. The Direct Support Professional (DSP) III works as part of a team that helps people with intellectual disabilities achieve their goals. Responsibilities include grooming, bathing, feeding, lifting and positioning, assisting with medication administration, observing and reporting individual conditions, providing meaningful interactions, and participating in individualized training or active treatment programs.

The DSP documents information on the person’s life and events throughout their daily schedule. Work requires use of simple routine duties, with decision-making based on guidance from professional staff. The DSP may volunteer to serve as a shift/team lead when the DSP IV Lead/Charge is not on duty. The position may require driving a state-owned vehicle.

Attends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy. Performs direct care and support services, implements habilitation and rehabilitation, behavior management, crisis intervention, mealtime plans, and treatment programs. Encourages individuals to attend assigned activities and programs. Stays meaningfully engaged with individuals, providing ongoing activities that serve each individual’s preferences.

Documents participation and progress for effective communication with staff. Utilizes active treatment to train skills such as activities of daily living, supports goal achievement, and implements positive behavior support plans. Provides healthcare support under medical supervision, observes signs, administers first aid and CPR when appropriate, and reports significant changes. Assists with transportation to scheduled activities and emergencies. Ensures the environment is safe, sanitary, and free of hazards.

Follows procedures for reporting abuse, neglect, and unusual incidents. Evacuates individuals during emergencies and completes required documentation. Provides behavior intervention to protect residents…