Direct Support Professional II

FALL CREEK FARM & NURSERY; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 34,010 - 46,312; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time health insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Generous time off benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) invites applications for Direct Support Professional II at the Lubbock State Supported Living Center in Lubbock, TX. This FT role offers morning, evening, and night shifts across multiple homes, with opportunities for additional pay for evenings, nights, and weekends.

As part of a dedicated team, you will provide routine and emergency care, teach life skills, monitor health, document observations, and assist with transport and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to speak and read English.
• Ability to make decisions and use good judgment.
• Ability to react quickly and calmly in an emergency situation.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to work a rotating schedule.

Responsibilities

• Attends work regularly and may work fixed or rotating shifts.
• Implements habilitation and rehabilitation, behavior management, and treatment programs.
• Teaches life skills such as feeding, dressing, and personal hygiene.
• Participates in the development of the individual’s treatment plan.
• Observes individuals for signs of disease or adverse reactions and reports.
• Assists in transporting individuals for activities and emergencies.
• Administers first aid and attends to healthcare needs under medical supervision.
• Evacuates individuals during drills or emergencies and manages safety.

Skills

English proficiency

Decision making

Emergency response

Care techniques

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Career Opportunities: Direct Support Professional II (19505)

Posting ID19505-Posted07/29/2026-Health & Human Services Comm-Unit 3 - Residential Care-Personal Care and Services-Lubbock State Supported Living Center-Not Eligible for Telework- Additional Shifts available (3) -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. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage .

Functional Title:Direct Support Professional II
Job Title:Direct Support Professional II
Agency:Health & Human Services Comm
Department:Unit 3 - Residential Care
Posting Number:19505
Closing Date:10/27/2026
Posting Audience:Internal and External
Occupational Category:Personal Care and Services
Salary Range:$3,047.58-$4,149.83
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group:TEXAS-A-12
Shift:Day
Additional Shift:Evenings (Second); Days (First); Nights (Third)
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:Lubbock State Supported Living Center
Job Location City:LUBBOCK
Job Location Address:3401 N UNIVERSITY AVE
Other Locations:None
MOS Codes: No military equivalent

Brief Job Description:

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.

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!

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) II 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. 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 and/or volunteer to serve as a shift/team lead. This positionmay be required to drive a state-owned vehicle.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

Attends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

Implements habilitation and rehabilitation, behavior management, crisis intervention, and treatment programs with individuals specifically related to the individual’s programs.

Teaches life skills such as feeding, dressing, and personal hygiene to individuals.

Participates in the development of the individual’s treatment plan.

Observes individuals for signs and symptoms of disease, injury, reactions to medications, or other conditions which warrant medical intervention and properly documents observations.

Reports significant changes in individual’s physical condition or behavior and records information on individuals as appropriate.

Provides assistance in the transporting of individuals going on scheduled activities and in emergency situations, as needed.

Administers first aid to individuals as appropriate.

Attends to healthcare needs of individuals under supervision of medical personnel.

Evacuates individuals in the event of a fire, natural disaster, emergency situation, or drill.

Prevents or manages aggressive behavior among individuals and administers cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in emergency interventions.

Performs direct care and support services to individuals.

May provide training/mentorship to new DSP Is and/or volunteer to serve as a shift/team lead.

Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

Ability to speak and read English

Ability to make decisions and use good

judgment when dealing with critical

Ability to react quickly and calmly in an

emergency situation.

Ability to demonstrate proper body

mechanics, good posture, and proper lifting

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.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

Valid Texas driver’s license or ability to obtain it no later than 90 days after hire date, is preferred. 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.

Initial Screening Criteria:

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 intellectual developmental disabilities.

Experience in 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).

Males between the ages of 18 – 25 must be registered with the Selective Service.

All State Supported Living Center Employees are subject to Random Drug Testing.

Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position. The position may be required to work overtime and/or extended hours. Must be willing to work weekends and holidays.

All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility.

Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans :

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited tothose listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions .

ADA Accommodations:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility:

Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.

HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form

Telework Disclaimer:

This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.