DSP V- Scheduling Coordinator

Texas Health & Human Services Commission • Brenham, TX

7d • $4,381 - $5,921 • Onsite

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional V (Home Supervisor) oversees the daily operations and delivery of quality programs and services in an assigned home at the Brenham State Supported Living Center. The position arranges staffing schedules to ensure appropriate supervision and direct-care coverage, leads and supervises Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), and supports the development of DSP IV “Charge” staff. It works with other disciplines to ensure care, treatment, training, and support activities are delivered and documented in accordance with individuals’ plans.

The role provides guidance to staff working with individuals who have challenging or complex behaviors; monitors health care needs, safety, infection control, risk management, and living conditions; and ensures unusual incidents are reported and documented. The supervisor supports continuous quality improvement, compliance with applicable policies and laws, and the Department of Justice Settlement Agreement. The position works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for initiative and independent judgment, and reports to the Assistant Unit Director or Unit Director depending on facility structure.

The role requires driving a state-owned vehicle. It may involve a rotating or specific shift schedule, on-call duty, overtime, extended hours, weekends, holidays, and alternate shift or location assignments during disaster response or continuity-of-operations activation. The position is not eligible for telework and may require travel of up to 5%.

Requirements

• Two years of experience working with people with developmental or physical disabilities is required.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely verbally and in writing, and to speak and read English.
• Ability to make sound decisions when handling critical incidents and react quickly and calmly in emergencies.
• Ability to demonstrate proper body mechanics, posture, and lifting techniques.
• Strength and flexibility to safely perform CPR and Safety Utilization of Restraint (SUR) techniques.
• Ability to master basic individual care and training techniques and work flexibly with assignments.
• Knowledge of individual care techniques and treatment, therapy, and developmental programs.
• Knowledge of Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ICF/IID) standards.
• Ability to provide individual care and administer first aid or CPR, conduct SUR, communicate effectively, and train others.
• Ability to work effectively with others and as part of a team.
• Skill in scheduling, training, guiding, and leading others, and setting expectations and helping others achieve goals.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must pass required fingerprint criminal background, pre-employment drug, and registry checks; State Supported Living Center employees are subject to random drug testing.
• Must be willing to work weekends and holidays; flexibility, overtime, and extended hours may be required.
• Valid Texas driver’s license or ability to obtain one no later than 90 days after hire; eligible driving record required under HHSC Fleet Management policy. Applicants with an out-of-state license must provide an original certified driving record.
• Males ages 18–25 must be registered with the Selective Service.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED is preferred.
• Experience as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) is preferred.
• Experience serving as a supervisor or team lead is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and delivery of quality programs and services in the assigned home.
• Arrange and adjust staff schedules to ensure adequate supervision and direct-care coverage, coordinating with other DSP Vs as needed.
• Plan, assign, lead, and supervise DSP activities; hire, train, coach, evaluate, and support the professional growth of assigned staff.
• Ensure staff complete required training, meet performance expectations, and accurately enter and certify time in CAPPS; review and approve time entries.
• Train and use DSP IV “Charge” staff to manage shifts, monitor individual plans, and build their leadership and supervisory skills.
• Ensure care, treatment, training, and support activities are completed and documented according to individual plans, and that appropriate active-treatment materials are available.
• Collaborate with other disciplines, attend Interdisciplinary Team Meetings, and participate in developing and implementing individuals’ plans.
• Provide consultation and guidance to staff supporting individuals with challenging, complex, aggressive, or self-injurious behaviors; model behavioral intervention strategies and responses.
• Monitor staff duties and interactions to protect individuals from physical and emotional harm and support their quality of life.
• Ensure individuals’ health care needs are met under medical personnel supervision; administer first aid as appropriate and report significant changes in condition or behavior.
• Conduct monthly emergency drills, including CPR and fire drills, and ensure staff understand their roles in emergencies.
• Maintain a safe and sanitary home; ensure infection-control and risk-management procedures are followed, address hazards, and submit maintenance work orders.
• Support continuous quality improvement and compliance with the Department of Justice Settlement Agreement; oversee reporting and documentation of unusual incidents and review records after significant events.
• Guide DSP staff in implementing procedures, policies, and laws, including the Texas Administrative Code; ensure proper processes and timely follow-up for Abuse and Neglect investigations and related concerns.
• Attend routine and other assigned meetings, follow up on issues, prepare reports and documentation, serve on committees, and assist with transporting individuals when directed.
• Serve as Assistant Unit Director or Unit Director in their absence when assigned.
• Participate in agency disaster response, recovery, or Continuity of Operations activities as assigned, which may require a different shift pattern or location.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees.
• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Generous time off benefits.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Position may be eligible for additional pay for work performed on evenings, nights, weekends, or maximum security locations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED