Therapeutic Therapist II

State of Mississippi; Mississippi; On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi is seeking a Therapeutic Therapist II at Ellisville State School in Wayne County, MS. The role involves planning and directing recreational programs for residents and coordinating external activities such as Special Olympics and arts events.

Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor's degree with 3-4 years of experience, a valid Mississippi driver's license, and a safe driving record. This is a full-time, on-site position with annual salary range shown above.

Qualifications

• Efficient organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Flexibility in thinking and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and direct recreational programs at Waynesboro Community Homes.
• Attend and coordinate outside activities for Special Olympics, Arts Fair, and other trips for residents.
• Serve as a HAB Team member and provide annual evaluation summaries and CFA.
• Create written training programs and quarterly progress notes for each person served.

Skills

Organization

Time management

Communication

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Therapeutic Therapist II in 77 - WAYNE COUNTY, MS | GovernmentJobs.com page has loaded.

State of Mississippi

$32,666.67 - $42,466.67 Annually

Location

77 - WAYNE COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

9272-0373-20260921We

0373 - MH-ELLISVILLE STATE SCHOOL

Opening Date

10/14/2026

10/28/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary

$32,666.67

$42,466.67

About the Agency

Ellisville State School is a state operated regional program providing comprehensive services to persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our mission is to enrich the lives of persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities by providing a foundation of independence and empowerment to reach for their tomorrow and make a difference in the world today. Agency contact information Human Resources at [phone].

Responsible for planning, organizing and directing recreational programs at the Waynesboro Community Homes; responsible for attending and coordinating outside activities for Special Olympics, Arts Fair, and other trips chosen by persons we serve that are living in these homes; serves as a HAB Team member; provides annual evaluation summary and CFA on each person we service along with written training programs and quarterly progress notes.

What you'll need to be Successful

Efficient organizational and time management skills. Good oral and written communication skills. Positive work morale. Ability to be flexible in thinking and problem solving. Realistic expectations about the difficulty and challenges of the work. Ability to handle an often-unpredictable work environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 3-4 years of experience. Agency additional qualifications:Must have a valid Mississippi Drivers’ License and a safe driving record as outlined in the Ellisville State School Safety Manual.Demonstrate proficiency and experience in conducting activities in one or more program area.

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