Clerk I - Clothing Clerk

TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS • San Antonio, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

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!

Clerk I-Clothing Clerk: Under the supervision of the Home Supervisor, the Clothing Clerk is responsible for sorting, stocking, purchasing, labeling, sewing and delivering clothing items. The Clothing Clerk solicits individuals' preferences related to clothing; identifies clothing sizes; assists individuals with clothing purchases in the community; assists with laundry (washing, drying, folding and ironing) as needed; assists with maintaining neat and clean closets; ensures clean, well maintained clothing is available; assists with decorating the home; and assists the Home Supervisor with other duties, as time allows. The Clothing Clerk must have the skills to: Do basic sewing and mending. Use a sewing machine and needle and thread. Read, write and do arithmetic. Organize and schedule self in order to fulfill the many aspects of this position. Work harmoniously and productively with co-workers, as well as with people with developmental disabilities.

Requirements

• Ability to maintain clothing inventory for individuals served.
• Ability to maintain clothing, i.e., repair/replace/discard individual clothing as needed.
• Skill in the use of a needle and thread.
• Knowledge of the proper use of a sewing machine, iron, labeling/marking machine, washer and dryer.
• Skill in use of a computer.
• Ability to reliably use, protect, and maintain procurement cards, and individual monies.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 60 pounds.
• Must possess valid Texas driver’s license, or obtain it no later than 90 days after hire date. 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.
• Experience (1) repairing/replacing/discarding/maintaining clothing inventory; -OR- (2) experience using a needle and thread, sewing machine, and iron; -OR- (3) experience using a labeling/marking machine, washer and dryer.
• High School diploma or GED -OR- previous employment experience.
• 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 applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility.

Nice To Haves

• Six (6) months of experience in positions which involved providing services for persons with developmental disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensures individuals have stylish, well maintained clothing, in order for them to maintain an appearance comparable to society in general.
• Consults with individuals and assigned group leaders to determine individual clothing needs and preferences, as evidenced by no documented incidents of failure to do so.
• Maintains accurate clothing measurements for each individual on the assigned home, as evidenced by individuals wearing well-fitting clothing.
• Prepares appropriate paperwork for the purchase of needed items, as evidenced by no documented incidents of failure to do so.
• Assists individual and group leader to purchase well-fitting, stylish clothing, as evidenced by no documented incidents of failure to do so.
• Monitors all donated clothing, assisting individuals and group leaders to select attractive clothing the person would enjoy wearing, as evidenced by no documented incidents of failure to do so.
• Ensures each item of personal clothing is appropriately marked with the individual’s name and home, as evidenced by no documented incidents of failure to do so.
• Ensures all in season clothing is accessible to the individual, unless other provisions have been made through the IDT and HRC, as evidenced by no documented incidents of failure to do so.
• Ensures clean, well maintained clothing is available for each individual, as evidenced by no documented incidents of failure to do so.
• Maintains a written clothing inventory for each individual on assigned home, as evidenced by the presence of a current clothing inventory for each person.
• Follows the rules and standards pertaining to trust fund purchases, B-17 purchases, and any other business office transactions, as evidenced by no documented incidents of failure to do so.
• Processes discharged or deceased individual’s belongings to ensure the person and/or his/her family’s wishes are carried out.
• Gathers/packs all the belongings of individuals in a timely fashion and dispenses as the person and/or family wishes, as evidenced by no documented incidents of failure to do so.
• Assists in maintaining an attractive environment in order to promote a home-like atmosphere.
• Assists individuals and group leaders to maintain clean, neat clothing wardrobes and lockers, as evidenced by observation and no documented incidents of failure to do so.
• Keeps the clothing room clean and well organized, as evidenced by observation and no documented incidents of failure to do so.
• Assists with home decorations by completing B-17s, shopping and putting up decorations within the home, as evidenced by observation and no documented incidents of failure to do so.
• Purchases, puts up and maintains attractive curtains in the individual living areas, as evidenced by observation and no documented incidents of failure to do so.
• 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.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees