Social Services Program Team Lead

State of Mississippi; Florence (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Mississippi is seeking a Social Services Program Team Lead in 61 - Rankin County, MS. This full-time position, located in Rankin County, offers an annual salary range of $40,286.40 to $54,990.94 and requires a Bachelor's Degree with 4-7 years of experience.

The role involves Medicaid Waiver/Support Coordination at a supervisory level, overseeing case management and staff performance. Strong communication, organization, and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and 4–7 years of experience.
• Experience in social services or Medicaid Waiver is preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee case management services to strengthen and preserve individuals and families; provide protection and care where needed.
• Lead supervisory tasks including hire recommendations, training, work planning, assignments, review, and performance assessment.

Skills

Great communication

Organization skills

Multi-tasking

Team player

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Social Services Program Team Lead in 61 - RANKIN COUNTY, MS

State of Mississippi

$40,286.40 - $54,990.94 Annually

Location: 61 - RANKIN COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Agency Minimum Salary: $40,286.40 ; $54,990.94

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 4-7 years of experience.

Hudspeth Regional Center is one of five state operated comprehensive regional programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities operated under the administration of the Department of Mental Health, Bureau of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. Any questions regarding this position should be directed to Human Resources at 601-664-6080 or contact Director of Support Coordination 601-664-6181.

About the Position

(This is a non-state service, time-limited position.) Medicaid Waiver/Support Coordination: Supervisory-level position accountable for administrative work involving professional social services, which encompasses the provision of case management services designed to strengthen, rehabilitate, and preserve individuals and/or families; and provide protection and care for children and vulnerable adults in need of supplementary, substitute care, or provide full-time intake services. Employee supervision includes hire recommendations; training; work planning, assignments, and review; and performance assessment, coaching, and progressive discipline. Supervision at this level also requires these employees to have the knowledge and skills to perform and review the work overseen.

What you’ll need to be Successful

• Great communication skills
• organization skills
• ability to multi task
• works well with a team

Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201