DSP IV Lead/Charge DSP

FALL CREEK FARM & NURSERY; Brenham (TX); On-site; USD 45,694 - 56,850; Full time

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services Commission in Brenham, TX, is seeking a DSP IV Lead/Charge DSP. You will supervise direct care staff, ensure quality care, and manage unit activities on a regular night shift.

The role requires strong communication, decision-making, and safety skills, with allowances for on-call duties and potential weekend hours. The position operates at Brenham State Supported Living Center, with a monthly salary ranging from $4,094.50 to $5,094.16 and full benefits for eligible

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED (preferred).
• Two years’ experience in related field; supervisory experience helpful.
• Valid Texas driver’s license or ability to obtain within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Acts as home supervisor, ensuring care, training, and support activities are completed.
• Supervises and evaluates direct care staff within the unit.
• May assume Bonded Group Home Director duties in their absence.
• Ensures safety and proper operation of the unit; plans and assigns work.

Skills

Communication

Decision making

Emergency response

Lifting techniques

CPR

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Career Opportunities: DSP IV Lead/Charge DSP (19463)

Posting ID19463-Posted07/28/2026-Health & Human Services Comm-Fannin - Residential Care-Healthcare Support-Brenham State Supported Living Center-Not Eligible for Telework- Additional Shifts available (4) -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:DSP IV Lead/Charge DSP
Job Title:DSP IV Lead/Charge DSP
Agency:Health & Human Services Comm
Department:Fannin - Residential Care
Posting Number:19463
Closing Date:08/27/2026
Posting Audience:Internal and External
Occupational Category:Healthcare Support
Salary Range:$4,094.50-$5,094.16
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group:TEXAS-A-16
Shift:Regular Night
Additional Shift:Days (First); Evenings (Second); Nights (Third); Weekends
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:Brenham State Supported Living Center
Job Location City:BRENHAM
Job Location Address:4001 S HWY 36
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!

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) IV serves as home supervisor appointed by and responsible to the Bonded Group Home Director. The home supervisor is responsible to ensure that care, treatment, training, and support activities are completed in the assigned home, including supervising and monitoring the activities of other direct support staff. The home supervisor performs administrative and programming duties that include supervising and evaluating direct care staff within the unit. The home supervisor may delegate portions of these responsibilities and sufficient authority for fulfillment but may not relinquish overall responsibility for results. The home supervisor is also responsible for quality active treatment and operation of the unit. The home supervisor may be asked to assume the duties of the Bonded Group Home Director in his/her absence. 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.

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. Will serve in an on-call status on a rotating schedule as required to meet operational needs of the facility.
• Arranges work schedules to ensure adequate coverage and staff/individual ratios.
• Monitors/documents individual participation/progression for effective communication with other staff.
• Ensure efficient delivery of care, training, and support activities on the unit through supervision of activities and work behaviors or assigned employees.
• Attends meetings, serves on committee, and performs other specific tasks when directed by the Bonded Group Home Director.
• Ensures programming and care of all assigned individuals through periodic planning sessions with administrative and professional staff.
• Ensure that the home is maintained as a safe and sanitary living environment for individuals.
• Plans, assigns and supervises work of others.
• Provides assistance in transporting of individuals going on scheduled activities and in emergency situations, as needed.
• 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 (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to make decisions and uses good judgment when dealing with critical incidents.
• Ability to react quickly and calmly in an emergency.
• Ability to demonstrate proper body mechanics, good posture, and proper lifting techniques.
• Strength and flexibility to safely perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Safety Utilization of Restraint (SUR) techniques to restrain and prevent harm to that individual or others until the harmful/violent behavior subsides.
• Ability to master basic techniques of individual care and training.
• Ability to be flexible in handling work assignments.
• Knowledge of individual care techniques and of treatment, therapy, and developmental programs.
• Knowledge of Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ICF/IID) standards.
• Ability to provide individual care, to administer first aid or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, to conduct Safety Utilization of Restraint (SUR), to communicate effectively, and to train 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 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 or GED is preferred.
• Two (2) years’ experience working in the field related to this position (working with people with developmental or physical disabilities).
• Experience in a supervisory role.

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 to those 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.