DSP V - Residential Coordinator

Overview

Date:
Jan 20, 2026

Location:

Brenham, 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:

DSP V - Residential Coordinator

Job Title: Direct Support Professional V

Agency: Health & Human Services Comm

Department: Client Services Administration

Posting Number: 12824

Closing Date: 02/19/2026

Posting Audience: Internal and External

Occupational Category: Healthcare Support

Salary Group: TEXAS-A-18

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

Pay Frequency: Monthly

Shift: Day

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: 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 mostly Mornings (8a - 5P). If assigned to a home temporarily, an alternate shift may be required.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs)

• Attend work regularly and may be required to work a specific shift schedule, rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy. May serve in an on-call status on a rotating schedule as required to meet operational needs.
• Oversee daily operations and delivery of quality programs and services on the assigned home. Arrange work schedules to ensure adequate supervision/coverage based on supervision levels and direct care needs.
• Provide leadership to, and plan, assign and supervise the activities of DSPs on the home. Hire, train, coach, manage time and leave, and promote professional growth.
• Model and coach DSP IV “Charge” staff to build supervisory/leadership skills; monitor habilitation, behavior management, crisis intervention, mealtime coordination, and other plans for each shift.
• Ensure care, treatment, training, and support activities are completed and documented in collaboration with other disciplines; provide guidance to staff for handling challenging behaviors.
• Maintain a physical presence on the home to ensure safe, sanitary living conditions, infection control, health care needs, risk management, and optimal quality of life; ensure reporting and documentation of unusual incidents.
• Engage staff in continuous quality improvement and identify areas for change with recommendations to the Unit Director.
• Guide and assist DSP staff to implement program procedures, policies, and laws; attend meetings and prepare required reports.
• Report to the Assistant Unit Director or Unit Director; work under limited supervision with initiative and independent judgment.
• Drive a state-owned vehicle as required.

Knowledge,

Skills And Abilities

(KSAs)

• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing clearly and concisely; speak and read English.
• Ability to make decisions and exercise good judgment in critical incidents; react calmly in emergencies.
• Proper body mechanics, lifting techniques, and CPR/SUR proficiency where applicable.
• Ability to train others, schedule effectively, and work as part of a team.
• Knowledge of ICF/IID standards and…