Social Services Program Team Lead

ms.gov - Mississippi's Official State Website; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Mississippi State Government is seeking a Social Services Program Team Lead for the HUDSPETH Regional Center in Jackson, MS. This full-time, non-state service administrative role oversees case management and support coordination to strengthen and safeguard vulnerable individuals.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree and 4–7 years of experience, with strong communication and organizational skills. The role is based at 210 East Capitol Street, Suite 800, Jackson, MS 39201.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide supervisory-level administrative support for social services case management.
• Oversee Medicaid Waiver/Support Coordination activities and staff performance.
• Coordinate planning, assignments, and training; ensure quality and compliance.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Social Services Program Team Lead | Mississippi State Government Jobs page has loaded.

Full-Time

Job Number

9791-0386-20260911rank

0386 - MH-HUDSPETH REGIONAL CENTER

Opening Date

09/14/2026

9/29/2026 11:59 PM Central

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