DSP III Lead PNMP Coordinator

FALL CREEK FARM & NURSERY; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC) seeks a DSP III Lead PNMP Coordinator to lead PNMP-related activities at the Rio Grande State Supported Living Center in Harlingen, TX. This full-time role involves directing direct support professionals, coordinating PNMP plans, and ensuring accurate documentation and collaboration with therapists.

The position requires High School diploma or GED with relevant experience; state employment includes benefits, training, and opportunity for advancement.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED, or 6 months of work experience required.
• Experience with PNMP or related therapies is preferred.
• Ability to train and supervise direct support professionals.

Responsibilities

• Attend work regularly and follow shift schedules.
• Lead and train direct support professionals on PNMP activities.
• Monitor PNMP programming for quality and compliance.
• Maintain PNMP documentation and notebooks in a timely manner.
• Coordinate between staff and therapists to implement plans.

Skills

PNMP knowledge

CPR training

Data entry

Training others

Communication skills

Documentation

Tools

Computers for data entry

Job description

Career Opportunities: DSP III Lead PNMP Coordinator (20757)

Posting ID20757-Posted -Health & Human Services Comm-Physical Therapy Clinical Svs-Healthcare Support-Rio Grande State Supported Living Center-Not Eligible for Telework- Additional Shifts available (1) -$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:DSP III Lead PNMP Coordinator
Job Title:Direct Support Profess III LPN
Agency:Health & Human Services Comm
Department:Physical Therapy Clinical Svs
Posting Number:20757
Closing Date:09/27/2026
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:Day
Additional Shift:Days (First)
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:Rio Grande State Supported Living Center
Job Location City:HARLINGEN
Job Location Address:1401 S RANGERVILLE RD
Other Locations:None
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!

This position is available for Morning, Evening and Night shifts on multiple homes.

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.

Performs and leads the work of direct support professionals to perform duties including providing daily work assignments, provides on-the-job training and coaching and communicates problems or issues to the Habilitation Therapy supervisor or designee.

Monitors all aspects of PNMP related programming, quality of implementation, and staff compliance and reports findings to QIDP, Unit RN, and HT to ensure continued effectiveness of programs.

Provides orientation, training and mentoring to new direct support professionals and refresher training to tenured staff. Oversees the training of new employees in topics such as lifting, mealtime procedures, and other PNMP related activities/plans demonstrating with specific individuals in accordance with their plans.

Provides competency-based training, coaching and mentoring to ensure direct care staff is well prepared and knowledgeable about activities outlined in the PNMPs to ensure Plans are carried out as prescribed.

Acts as an interface between direct support professionals and Therapists to ensure good communication of individual’s plans, needs and issues. Gives input into development of PNMPs for assigned individuals to meet needs agreed upon by the IDT.

Serves as a member of the PNMP Team to ensure PNMP information is accurate. Ensures appropriate attendance and participation by direct support professionals at assigned meetings and committees.

Maintains, and trains direct support professionals to maintain, pertinent documentation in PNMP notebooks in a timely manner to keep others informed of PNMP changes, and trains staff in changes.

Assists in implementing planned client care programs. Prepares, and trains others to prepare, departmental equipment and inventory.

Leads the monitoring of meals and snacks to ensure safe eating practices.

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

Performs, and oversees others to perform, accurate data entry, and timely maintenance of client records.

Other duties as assigned include but is 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 (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge of rehabilitative programs for individuals with developmental disabilities
• Knowledge of physical nutritional management plans.
• Knowledge of oral and enteral eating, positioning, mobility, communication, and other related PNMP services.
• Skill in the use of computers for data entry.
• Skill in training and coaching others to perform job duties.
• Ability to administer first aid or cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) once trained to do so.
• Ability to express ideas in writing with attention to spelling, grammar and organization.
• Ability to follow a series of oral directions.
• Ability to express ideas verbally in a clear and orderly fashion;
• Ability to establish and maintain rapport with co-workers and individuals served.
• Ability to collect, organize, and enter information into databases.
• Ability to provide assistance to clients in Habilitation Therapies.
• Ability to maintain flexibility in work schedule.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications

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.

Initial Screening Criteria

High School diploma, GED, or 6 months of work experience is required.

One (1) year of experience in working with people who have mental health/intellectual developmental disabilities is preferred.

Experience implementing meal plans or overseeing meals for persons with intellectual developmental disabilities is preferred.

Experience writing reports is preferred.

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.