About Just Like Home

Just Like Home Residential Services provides supportive residential care for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through the Texas HCS program administered by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission. Our mission is to create safe, supportive, and family-style homes where individuals can live with dignity, independence, and community inclusion.

Position Overview

We are seeking compassionate and reliable Live-In Direct Care Staff to support residents in our HCS group homes. This role involves living in the home during scheduled shifts and assisting individuals with daily living activities, community engagement, and maintaining a safe and supportive environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys caregiving, wants consistent hours, and prefers a live-in work schedule with extended time off between shifts.

Key Responsibilities

Provide direct care and supervision to residents in a group home setting

Assist with daily living activities, including:

Meal preparation

Personal hygiene and grooming

Medication reminders (as trained)

Housekeeping and laundry

Support residents with community activities and appointments

Maintain a clean, safe, and organized home environment

Follow individual service plans and behavioral support plans

Document daily activities and incidents as required

Communicate with supervisors regarding resident needs or concerns

Ensure residents are treated with dignity, respect, and compassion

Live-In Schedule

Staff stay overnight in the home during scheduled shifts

Private sleeping space provided during overnight hours

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED preferred

Caregiving or healthcare experience preferred (but not required)

Ability to pass background check and drug screening

Valid driver’s license with clean driving record

CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and assist residents with mobility if needed

Compassionate, patient, and dependable personality

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive pay based on experience

Live-in schedule with extended time off

Paid training and orientation

Opportunities for advancement within the organization

Supportive team environment

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is someone who:

Enjoys working with people with disabilities

Is dependable and patient

Can maintain a calm and supportive environment

Values creating a family-style home atmosphere