Direct Support Professional I

2 weeks ago

Denton, United States Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services Full time
Job Description:
Direct Support Professional I

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

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

The state of Texas offers many benefits to employees. HHSC is a qualifying organization for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, which forgives the remaining balance on college student Direct Loans after making qualifying monthly payments. We also offer excellent health benefits, a lifetime monthly retirement annuityas well as (k) and Programs under the Employees Retirement System of Texas.
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) I works as part of a team that helps people with intellectual disabilities achieve their goals. This includes routine and emergency care, treatment, and training for people with intellectual disabilities in various settings. Responsibilities can vary, and may include such duties as grooming, bathing, feeding, observing and reporting individual’s conditions and behaviors, providing meaningful interactions with individuals, participating in individualized training and/or active treatment programs for both males and females. The DSP I documents information on the person’s life, such as things that occur throughout their daily schedule, how they respond to activities on the home, training, and unusual incidents. Completion of work requires use of simple and/or routine duties, while decision making is based on guidance that will be provided to you as you are prepared for the job and from other professional staff on your team. Work is in a team environment with guidance provided through supervision and training.
This position may be required to drive a state-owned vehicle. Essential Job Functions:
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.
Assists persons served with training to teach daily living and vocational skills.
Provides behavior intervention by following the recommended behavior intervention techniques to ensure that persons served are protected from harm or injury due to abuse/neglect, sexual incidents, serious injuries, or other sources of immediate danger and provides emergency care as needed.
Participates in delivering therapeutic and individualized training per the individual’s active treatment program, and documents individual progress.
Assists persons served (male and female) with carrying out necessary self-care skills (i.e., bathing, dressing, oral hygiene, toileting, feeding and grooming).
Ensures environment is free of safety hazards by correcting any hazards found and reporting them to the supervisor.
Observes persons served for signs and symptoms of disease, injury, reactions to medications, or other conditions that warrant medical intervention.
Provides assistance in the transporting of individuals going on scheduled activities and in emergency situations, as needed.
May prevent or manage aggressive behavior among individuals and administer CPR in emergency intervention.
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 Abilities:
• Ability to learn patient care techniques and of treatment, therapy, and developmental programs.
• Ability to read, write and understand English to effectively communicate and carry out verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to learn behavior modification techniques as required for training of individuals with certain specific behaviors.
• Ability to provide individual care to administer first aid or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, to conduct Safe Use of Restraints (SUR), and to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work effectively with others and as a member of a team and to accept supervision.

  • Direct Support Professional II

    2 weeks ago

    Denton, United States Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services Full time

    Job Description: Direct Support Professional II This position is available for Morning, Evening and Night shifts on multiple homes. This position may be eligible to earn additional pay for work performed on evenings, nights and/or weekends. MSP statement: This position may also be eligible to earn additional pay for work performed on maximum security...

  • Direct Support Professional

    10 hours ago

    Denton, United States Sevita Full time

    D&S Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling career. You’ll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day. Join...

  • Direct Support Professional

    4 days ago

    Denton, United States Sevita Full time

    Job DescriptionD&S Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling career. You’ll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all...

  • Direct Support Professional

    4 days ago

    Denton, TX, United States Sevita Full time

    D&S Community Services , a part of the Sevita family , provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.  Here we believe every person has the right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling career. You’ll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every...

  • Direct Support Profession III

    2 weeks ago

    Denton, United States Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services Full time

    Job Description: Direct Support Profession III This position is available for Morning, Evening and Night shifts on multiple homes. This position may be eligible to earn additional pay for work performed on evenings, nights and/or weekends. MSP statement: This position may also be eligible to earn additional pay for work performed on maximum security...

  • Direct Support Program Supervisor

    7 days ago

    Denton, United States Sevita Full time

    D&S Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling career. You'll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day. Join us...

  • Direct Support Program Supervisor

    7 days ago

    Denton, United States Sevita Full time

    D&S Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling career. You’ll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day. Join...

  • Information Technology Support Technician I

    3 weeks ago

    Denton, United States Choptank Electric Cooperative Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSeeking motivated individual to fill the position of Information Technology Support Technician I in our Headquarters Office located in Denton, MD. Associates of Science degree in computer science or related field of study preferred. Two or more years' experience in personal computer networking and individual courses in...

  • Nurse I

    2 weeks ago

    Denton, United States Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services Full time

    Job Description: RN Nurse I This position is available for Morning, Evening and Night shifts on multiple homes. This position may be eligible to earn additional pay for work performed on evenings, nights and/or weekends. 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...

  • Physical Therapist

    7 days ago

    Denton, United States Direct Orthopedic Care Full time

    At Direct Orthopedic Care, our physical therapists evaluate and treat guests with a variety of orthopedic and sports-related injuries. Physical Therapists have caseload independence to manage as they see appropriate, and get to truly collaborate with referring providers within the same clinic. Benefits include paid PTO and sick leave, continuing education...

  • Information Technology Support Technician I

    2 weeks ago

    Denton, United States Choptank Electric Cooperative Full time

    Seeking motivated individual to fill the position of Information Technology Support Technician I in our Headquarters Office located in Denton, MD. Associates of Science degree in computer science or related field of study preferred. Two or more years' experience in personal computer networking and individual courses in personal computers and computer science...

  • Behavior Analyst I

    1 month ago

    Denton, United States Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services Full time

    Job Description: Behavior Analyst I 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...

  • Plating Assistant I

    5 days ago

    Denton, United States Mayday Manufacturing Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionHiring ImmediatelyPlating Assistant Starting Pay Rate: $16.00 per hour plus Shift DifferentialShift Schedules:1st shift: 6:45am - 3:00pm2nd Shift: 2:45pm - 11:00pm 3rd Shift: 10:45pm - 7:00amMayday Manufacturing is a leading Aerospace metal finishing company in Denton, Texas that provides a dynamic work environment. Our company...

  • Supervisory Emergency Management Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Denton, United States Federal Emergency Management Agency Full time

    What will I do in this position if hired? In this position, you will serve as an Emergency Management Specialist (Planning Section Chief Type I) with National IMAT. Typical assignments include: Responding to emergency management related directives, policies, regulations and procedures. Collaborating and fostering relationships between Federal,...

  • Packager I

    7 days ago

    Denton, United States Mayday MFG Full time

    **Description** Mayday Manufacturing is a leading Aerospace manufacturing company in Denton, Texas that provides a dynamic work environment with cutting edge manufacturing technology. Our company supports the growth and future of the Aerospace industry and is looking to add a 1 st shift Packager I position to our team to contribute to our advancement. Job...

  • Wastewater Treatment Technician I

    3 days ago

    Denton, United States Mayday Manufacturing Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionHiring Immediately!Wastewater Treatment Operator IStarting Pay Rate: $18.00Mayday Manufacturing is looking for Wastewater Treatment Technician I. Along with operating and maintaining our Wastewater Treatment System, this position also provides the opportunity to learn plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and machine maintenance....

  • Wastewater Treatment Technician I

    5 days ago

    Denton, United States Mayday Manufacturing Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionHiring Immediately!Wastewater Treatment Operator IStarting Pay Rate: $18.00Mayday Manufacturing is looking for Wastewater Treatment Technician I. Along with operating and maintaining our Wastewater Treatment System, this position also provides the opportunity to learn plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and machine maintenance....

  • Residential Youth Care Professional Eastern Shore

    7 days ago

    Denton, United States Board Of Child Care B W Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionLooking for a full-time job with paid training and transferable certifications you can put on your resume? Are you seeking a job with a service/mission component? Considering a career in human services? Take Action! Kids on the Eastern Shore need YOUR mentorship, kindness, and support. We have a waiting list for children in our...

  • Residential Youth Care Professional Eastern Shore

    21 hours ago

    Denton, United States Board Of Child Care B W Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionLooking for a full-time job with paid training and transferable certifications you can put on your resume? Are you seeking a job with a service/mission component? Considering a career in human services? Take Action! Kids on the Eastern Shore need YOUR mentorship, kindness, and support. We have a waiting list for children in our...

  • Aircraft Structures Engineer

    5 days ago

    Denton, United States M1 Support Services Full time

    M1 Support Services LP is looking for an AIRCRAFT STRUCTURES ENGINEER - Fighter/Trainer Aircraft (A10, F-15, F-16, F-22, F-35, T-38, T-6, T-1) based in its Denton TX Home Office with frequent travel to Sheppard AFB in Wichita Falls, TX and Columbus Air Force Base in Columbus, MS. Position reports to the Chief Operations Officer. Responsibilities include but...