Direct Support Professional II-Infirmary

Posting 22399
-Posted
10/15/2026

- Health & Human Services Comm

- Infirmary Residential Care

- Healthcare Practitioners and Technical

- Corpus Christi State Supported Living Center

- Not Eligible for Telework
- Additional Shifts available (2) -b. $3000 - $4999 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. At HHSC, 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.

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Functional

Title:

Direct Support Professional II-Infirmary
Job Title:Direct Support Professional II
Agency:Health & Human Services Comm
Department:Infirmary Residential Care
Posting Number:22399
Closing Date:10/29/2026
Posting Audience:Internal and External
Occupational Category:Healthcare Practitioners and Technical
Salary Range:$3,047.58-$4,149.83
Pay Frequency:Monthly
Salary Group:TEXAS-A-12
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:

Corpus Christi State Supported Living Center
Job Location City:CORPUS CHRISTI
Job Location Address:902 AIRPORT RD
Other Locations:None
MOS Codes: No military equivalent

This position is available for the Morning and Evening shifts at the Infirmary.

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

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!

• Ability to speak and read English
• Ability to make decisions and use good judgment when dealing with critical incidents.
• Ability to react quickly and calmly in an emergency situation.
• Ability to demonstrate proper body mechanics, good posture, and proper lifting techniques.
• Knowledge of individual care techniques and of treatment, therapy, and developmental programs or to learn these through training.
• Ability to provide individual care, to administer first aid and/or CPR, to perform Ukeru (once trained), and to conduct Safe Use of Restraint (SUR).
• Ability to communicate effectively and to train/mentor/coach others.
• Ability to work effectively with others and as a member of a team.

Valid Texas driver’s license or ability to obtain it no later than 90 days after hire date is required. Applicants with an out-of-state driver’s license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure. Eligible driving record required based on HHSC Fleet Management policy.

Certification in CPR, First Aid, Ukeru, and/or Safe Use of Restraint (SUR) is preferred.

Required:

High School diploma or equivalent, or previous employment experience.

Preferred:

6 months of work experience.

Experience in writing reports.

Experience in behavior programs for persons with…