Social Services Program Coordinator II Position Available In DeSoto, Mississippi
Tallo's Job Summary: The Social Services Program Coordinator II position with the Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services (MDRS) involves identifying and coordinating long-term services and supports for individuals with severe physical disabilities. Responsibilities include overseeing community-based services, conducting home visits, and ensuring personal care attendants meet basic competencies. Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills are key for success in this role. A Bachelor's Degree in Counseling or related field, along with 2-4 years of experience, is typically required for this position.
Job Description
Social Services Program Coordinator II
Salary
$41,631.22
- $45,864.00 Annually
Location 17 - DESOTO
COUNTY, MS
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
9789-0139-20250205deso
Department
0139
- DRS-SPECIAL
DISABILITY PROGRAM
Opening Date
02/10/2025
Closing Date
2/19/2025 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary
$41,631.22
Agency Maximum Salary
$45,864.00
About the Agency
The Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services (MDRS) is a state agency dedicated to helping Mississippians with disabilities to live and work independently. MDRS serves through four major programs: Vocational Rehabilitation (VR), Vocational Rehabilitation for the Blind (VRB), Office of Special Disability Programs (OSDP), and Disability Determination Services (DDS). Services also include support through Assistive Technology, the Office of Business Development and much more. It is the mission of MDRS to provide appropriate and comprehensive services in a timely and effective manner. Programs and services assist individuals with disabilities to gain employment, retain employment, and to live independently. MDRS is always looking for qualified and passionate employees to help fulfill its mission. To inquire about this position, please email careers@mdrs.ms.gov.
About the Position
This position is with the Office of Special Disability Programs. The Social Services Program Coordinator identifies and coordinates long-term services and supports to assist individuals with the most severe physical disabilities to remain independent in their homes and communities. Employees in this position oversee ongoing community-based services to these individuals and are responsible for the planning and monitoring of accessibility needs and in-home personal care services to ensure the individuals remain as independent as possible in both the home and community-based setting. Services are provided based on need as determined by a functional assessment and are provided through an individualized plan of services and supports. The Social Services Program Coordinator oversees the process of assessments and reassessment of the individual’s level of care and reviews the plan of services and supports that are completed in the individuals home. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Monitoring all approved services to meet the individual’s current needs,
- Conducts quarterly home visits and conduct monthly telephone contacts with the individuals being served.
- Ensuring personal care attendants (PCA’s) chosen by the individual meet basic competencies, and review and approve their payroll.
- Must be able to travel within their assigned area.
What you’ll need to be Successful
Good oral and written communications skills are required to be proficient in this position. Must be able to prioritize, plan and provide timely services to those individuals being served. Looking for individuals who can multi-task, are very detailed oriented, analytical, and able to solve problems.
Preferred Qualifications
Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 2-4 years of experience.
Agency preferred qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Counseling or related field, and two years of experience working with individuals with disabilities.
Characteristics of Work
See MSPB Careers for information regarding this classifications
Minimum Qualifications
Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 2-4 years of experience.
Employer
State of Mississippi
Address
210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201
Phone
601-359-1406
601-359-1406
Website
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/mississippi/default.cfm
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