333 Direct Service Professional

West-Texas-Centers-; Sweetwater (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Generous PTO

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

West Texas Centers is seeking Direct Service Professionals (DSPs) to join our team in providing individualized support in residential and day programs. DSPs assist individuals with activities of daily living and community supports under HHSC and related standards.

Qualified applicants have a high school diploma or GED, or three letters of reference from non-relatives, plus a competency test. Valid driver’s license and background check are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED accepted; competency test required.
• Letters of reference must be from non-family members.
• Must be able to read and write proficiently.

Responsibilities

• Assist consumers with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
• Provide lifting, repositioning, and transferring assistance.
• Deliver personal care safely and respectfully.

Skills

Reading & Writing Proficiency

Mobility/Physical Stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

3 letters of reference

Tools

Competency test

Job description

West Texas Centers is seeking highly motivated and compassionate individuals to join our team as Direct Service Professionals (DSPs).

We offer flexible schedules, a rewarding work environment, and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health insurance
• Paid holidays
• Generous personal time off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The Direct Service Professional (DSP) typically works in a four-bed HCS residential setting or Vo-Tech Center, providing direct services and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). DSPs assist individuals in achieving their highest level of independence through residential services, day habilitation, and community supports in accordance with HHSC, HCS, TxHmL, and Performance Contract Standards.

This position may require rotating schedules, flexible hours, and independent work. The DSP reports directly to the immediate supervisor.

Assist consumers with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting as needed, provide lifting, repositioning, and transferring assistance safely and respectfully, Deliver personal care in the least intrusive manner possible.

Position requires either a High School Diploma, GED, or 3 letters of reference and the completion of a WTC competency test. Must be proficient in reading and writing. Letters of reference must be from individuals who have no family relation to the applicant. Valid Driver's license, vehicle insurance and background check.