Direct Support Professional V

Texas Health and Human Services; Richmond (TX); On-site; USD 48,893 - 66,080; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid health insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Generous time off benefits

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services in Richmond, TX, is seeking a Direct Support Professional V to oversee daily operations and delivery of quality services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This role involves supervising staff, ensuring proper care and support, and maintaining a safe environment.

The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, the ability to manage crises, and experience in training and coaching staff. This full-time position offers opportunities for career advancement and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience in supervising direct support staff.
• Ability to manage crises and behavior challenges.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and quality programs at the home.
• Arrange work schedules for adequate supervision.
• Provide training, coaching, and guidance to DSP staff.
• Ensure proper health care and living conditions.
• Drive a state-owned vehicle as required.

Skills

Leadership skills

Crisis intervention

Behavior management

Habilitation monitoring

Team management

Education

Driver’s License

Job description

Overview

Date: May 13, 2026
Location: RICHMOND, TX

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 V

Job Title: Direct Support Professional V

Agency: Health & Human Services Comm

Department: Four Rivers - Residential Care

Posting Number: 16941

Closing Date: 08/11/2026

Posting Audience: Internal and External

Occupational Category: Healthcare Support

Salary Range: $4,381.12 - $5,921.16

Pay Frequency: Monthly

Salary Group: TEXAS-A-18

Shift: Day

Additional Shift: Days (First); Evenings (Second)

Telework: Not Eligible for Telework

Travel: Up to 10%

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full Time/Part Time: Full time

FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt

Facility Location: Richmond State Supported Living Center

Job Location City: RICHMOND

Job Location Address: 2100 PRESTON

Other Locations: MOS Codes: No military equivalent

Brief Job Description

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!

A Driver’s License is required.

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. MSP statement: This position may also be eligible to earn additional pay for work performed on maximum security locations.

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) V, Home Supervisor, performs highly advanced (senior level) work overseeing the daily operations and delivery of quality programs and services provided on the assigned home at the State Supported Living Center (SSLC). Arranges work schedules to ensure adequate supervision/coverage based upon levels of supervision and levels of direct care of individuals served. Provides leadership to, and plans, assigns and supervises the activities of DSPs on the home. Performs supervisory functions such as hiring, training, coaching, time and leave accounting, and promoting professional growth. Models for and coaches DSP IV “Charge” staff to build their supervisory and leadership skills, and ensures they effectively monitor habilitation, behavior management, crisis intervention, mealtime coordination, and other plans for each shift. Ensures that care, treatment, training, and support activities are completed and documented, in collaboration with other disciplines. Provides consultation, guidance, and support to staff to build capacity for working with individuals who exhibit challenging behaviors. Maintains a physical presence on the home to ensure safe and sanitary living conditions, proper infection control practices, attention to health care needs, adherence to risk management protocols, and an optimal quality of life for the individuals. Ensures the reporting and proper documentation of unusual incidents. Ensures staff in the assigned home are engaged in continuous quality improvement. Identifies areas of needed change and makes recommendations to improve operations to the Unit Director. Provides guidance and assistance to DSP staff to understand and implement program procedures, policies, and laws. Attends assigned meetings and prepares required reports and other documentation. Reports to the Assistant Unit Director or Unit Director depending on SSLC structure. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

This position is required to drive a state-owned vehicle.