Support Care Professional Team Lead - Poplarville (5205) B Shift

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Benefits offered by this job

Free Health Insurance

PERS Retirement

Retirement after 30 years

Personal leave days

Legal holidays

Direct deposit

Life Insurance

Disability

Dental

Vision

State Health Insurance

Deferred Compensation

Job summary

South Mississippi Regional Center in Jackson, MS seeks a Support Care Professional Team Lead for Poplarville locations. The role combines supervision with hands-on care across shifts, overseeing the implementation of treatment plans and mentoring floor staff.

The ideal candidate has 3–5+ years in direct care with supervisory experience and a high school diploma or GED. CNA designation may be preferred, with competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a High School Diploma or GED or equivalent.
• 3-5+ years of direct care experience, with supervisory duties.
• May require CNA designation or equivalent qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Semi-skilled work in care and supervision of clients at a state facility.
• First-level supervisory role planning and managing for a treatment sub-unit or multiple locations.
• Develops and coordinates individual habilitation or treatment plans; supervises direct care staff.

Skills

Team leadership

Supervisory experience

Direct care supervision

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Support Care Professional Team Lead - Poplarville (5205) B Shift

Full-Time

$31,744.97

$38,960.24

WORK LOCATION: POPLARVILLE COMMUNITY HOMES, 1501 South Shivers St., Poplarville MS 39570

TITLE/PAY: Support Care Professional Team Lead $31,744.97 Annually ($15.26 per hour)

SCHEDULE/SHIFTS: 2nd shift: 2:00 P.M. – 10:30 P.M. Plus 10% Shift Differential ($16.79)

SCHEDULE/SHIFTS:1st shift: 6:00 A.M. - 2:30 P.M. ($15.26)

SCHEDULE/SHIFTS:2nd shift: 2:00 P.M. – 10:30 P.M. Plus 10% Shift Differential ($16.79)

SCHEDULE/SHIFTS:3rd shift: 10:00 P.M. – 6:30 A.M. Plus 15% Shift Differential ($17.55)

Responsibilities

This is semi-skilled level work in the care and supervision of clients at a state mental health facility. First-level supervisory position accountable for professional program planning and management for treatment sub-unit or multiple residential locations. Develops, implements, coordinates, and evaluates individual habilitation or treatment plans for individuals with developmental disabilities. Supervises and works on the floor with direct care staff. Other duties may apply as assigned.

Benefits

• Free Health Insurance
• PERS Retirement
• Your contribution is 9%. SMRC matches 17.4%
• Can retire after 30 years or vested (8yrs)
• 60 18 paid personal leave days (12 hours monthly)
• 12 paid personal leave days (8 hours monthly)
• 10 paid legal holidays
• Semi monthly – Direct deposit
• ADDITIONAL:Life Insurance
• Cancer Policies
• Disability
• Dental
• Vision
• State Health Insurance
• Deferred Compensation

What you'll need to be Successful

Ability work as part of a team and adhere to agency core values of commitment, respect, responsibility, communication, cooperative effort, continuous learning. Please attach proof of education in the form of a transcript, diploma, or GED score sheet.

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires High School Diploma or high school equivalency, and 3-5+ years of experience. May require a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) designation. Hiring agency preferred qualifications:Requires graduation from a standard four‑year high school or equivalent (GED/Transcripts); AND 3-5+ years of direct care experience with a minimum of 1 year of supervisory experience.

Equal Opportunity Statement

South Mississippi Regional Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at our agency. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status to comply with EEOC regulations and promote inclusivity.

Eligibility and Safety

Community home staff must be eligible to drive a State vehicle once employed. A valid MS Driver License, or license from a contiguous state, is required to work at the community homes.

Proof of Education

Please bring proof of education: A standard high school diploma, or transcript, from an accredited four‑year high school, OR a state issued G.E.D. equivalent transcript.

About the Agency

South Mississippi Regional Center is a program of the Mississippi Department of Mental Health providing care and support for people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities. We are currently seeking individuals who are energetic and compassionate team players and motivators for direct support positions at all of our locations. Each position at SouthMississippi Regional Center is an important and impactful role that provides our individuals with the appropriate level of care to meet their social, emotional, physical, and personal needs. (5205-83709)

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