Support Care Professional - Wiggins

State of Mississippi; Mississippi; On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Health Insurance

PERS Retirement

Life Insurance

Dental

Vision

12 paid personal leave days monthly

Job summary

State of Mississippi is seeking a Support Care Professional I-III at Wiggins Community Homes, 509 Stapp St., Wiggins, MS 39577. The posted annual salaries range from $21,939.58 to $26,369.81, with full-time schedules and on-site work.

This semi-skilled care position supports residents’ daily hygiene, safety, and activities under supervision. The agency offers health insurance, retirement, paid leave, holidays, and life/dental/vision coverage.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a team and follow agency core values.
• High School Diploma or equivalent; 0-1 years experience in direct care.
• CNA designation or Direct Care Training may be required by hiring agency.

Responsibilities

• Care and supervision of clients; assist with hygiene and daily living tasks.
• Participate in social and recreational activities; perform light housekeeping.
• Write nontechnical reports on consumer behavior and activity; follow supervision.

Job description

Support Care Professional - Wiggins in 66 - STONE COUNTY, MS |

State of Mississippi

$21,939.58 - $26,369.81 Annually

Location

66 - STONE COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Agency Minimum Salary

• $21,939.58
• $26,369.81

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. (5041-83884)

This is semi-skilled level work in the care and supervision of clients at a state mental health facility. Employees assist residents in all areas of physical care and assume total responsibility for the hygiene of clients who are unable to independently perform such tasks. Other duties include general housekeeping assignments, participating in social and recreational activities for the residents, and writing nontechnical reports on consumer behavior and activity. General supervision is received from a Support Care Professional Team Lead, shift leader, or nursing supervisor; supervisory responsibilities are not assigned to positions allocated to this job class. Other duties may apply as assigned.

Work Location

WIGGINS COMMUNITY HOMES, 509 Stapp St., Wiggins MS 39577

Title / Pay

• Support Care Professional I, 0-1 Years Exp, $21,939.58 Annual
• Support Care Professional II, 1-2 Years Exp, $24,024.34 Annual
• Support Care Professional III, 2-3 Years Exp, $26,369.81 Annual

Semi-monthly / per hour

Overtime is available

Schedule / Shifts

• 1st shift: 6:00 A.M. - 2:30 P.M.
• 2nd shift: 2:00 P.M. - 10:30 P.M. Plus 10% Shift Differential
• 3rd shift: 10:00 P.M. - 6:30 A.M. Plus 15% Shift Differential

Benefits

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

Equal Opportunity Employer 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.

What you'll need to be Successful

Ability to work as part of a team and willingness to adhere to agency core values of commitment, respect, responsibility, communication, cooperative effort, continuous learning.

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a High School Diploma or high school equivalency, and 0-1 years of experience, may require Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) designation or Direct Care Training as required by the hiring agency. Hiring agency prefers:High School Diploma or high school equivalency, and 0-1 years of experience in direct care.Please attach proof of education in the form of a transcript, diploma, or GED score sheet.

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