Support Care Professional Team Lead (Psych Tech) Wiggins (5429)

State of Mississippi; Mississippi; On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Health Insurance

PERS Retirement

Life Insurance

Cancer Policies

Disability

Dental

Vision

State Health Insurance

Deferred Compensation

Job summary

State of Mississippi is seeking a Support Care Professional Team Lead (Psych Tech) in Wiggins, MS, working Sunday through Thursday evenings. The role involves leading direct support staff, delivering evidence-based behavioral health interventions under supervision, and coordinating with licensed professionals to monitor progress.

Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma or GED, 3–5+ years of experience, and may hold a CNA designation or a Bachelor’s in psychology or related field.

Qualifications

• Ability to work as part of a team and adhere to agency core values.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-level behavioral health interventions under supervision.
• Assist licensed professionals with data collection and reporting.
• Provide behavioral support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Carry out behavior programs and document tallies and incidents.
• Assist with daily needs and accompany individuals on activities.
• Train staff under supervision of the Behavioral Health Specialist.
• Attend team meetings and review tallies and incident reports.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNA designation

Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology or related field

MS Driver’s License

Job description

Support Care Professional Team Lead (Psych Tech) Wiggins (5429) in 66 - STONE COUNTY, MS

State of Mississippi

$31,744.97 Annually

Location

66 - STONE COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

9197-0373-20261110STONE

0373 - MH-ELLISVILLE STATE SCHOOL

Opening Date

11/10/2026

11/17/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary

$31,744.97

$31,744.97

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. (5429-)

Support Care Professional Team Lead (PSYCH Tech)

WORK LOCATION: Wiggins Community Homes, 509 Stapp Street Wiggins, MS 39577 SHIFT: Sunday through Thursday, 11:00 A.M. to 7:30 P.M. with variations as necessary.

SALARY: $31,744.97 Annually

RESPONSIBILITIES

• First-level Behavioral Health professional work providing basic evidence-based/best practice therapeutic interventions (e.g., psychoeducational groups/classes, supportive activities, etc.) under the direct supervision of an appropriately licensed/certified Behavioral Health professional.
• Such individuals also assist licensed/certified professionals with monitoring and collecting behavioral data, implementing therapeutic behavior support plans, and the provision of data/reports to supervisory personnel.
• Provides behavioral support services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Carries out behavior programs.
• Interacts with individuals in the form of informal contact, counseling, interview, observation, outings, and reinforcement as indicated in behavior programs.
• Provides assistance as needed when individuals display behavior challenges.
• Assists Behavioral Health Specialist with recording of target behaviors.
• Tabulates behavior reports.
• Assists with daily needs of individuals including transporting, feeding, hygiene, grooming, assisting in the bathroom, etc.
• Assist recreation on outings and recreational activities and the Nursing staff as required/needed.
• Provides training for staff under the direction and supervision of the Behavioral Health Specialist.
• Attends and participates in team meetings reviewing behavioral tallies and incident reports as assigned.
• Related or similar duties are performed as assigned.

What you'll need to be Successful

Ability to 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. Agency preferred qualifications: A Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology or related field (social work/services, education, criminal justice, etc.) and 2-4 years of experience. A valid MS Driver’s License or license from a contiguous state, and personal vehicle insurance is required. Must be eligible to drive State of Mississippi vehicles.Please attach copy of proof of education in the form of a transcript, diploma, or GED score sheet.

BENEFITS

• Free Health Insurance
• PERS Retirement
• Your contribution is 9%. SMRC matches 17.4%.
• Can retire after 30 years or vested (8yrs) and 6018 paid personal leave days (12 hours monthly)12 paid medical leave days (8 hours monthly)10 paid legal holidaysSemi monthly - Direct deposit
• Life Insurance
• Cancer Policies
• Disability
• Dental
• Vision
• State Health Insurance
• Deferred Compensation

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.

Agency Address

210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201