Job description
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 South Mississippi 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.
Description: 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 Direct Care Supervisor, Alternate Supervisor, shift leader, or nursing supervisor; supervisory responsibilities are not assigned to positions allocated to this job class. Other duties may apply as assigned
Training is provided.
Why work for SMRC?
30 days paid leave every year (18 days personal, 12 days medical)
FREE health insurance!
TITLE/PAY:
Support Care Professional I 0-1 Years Experience $21,939.58 Annual = $10.51 hourly
Support Care Professional II 1-2 Years Experience $24,024.34 Annual = $11.51 hourly
Support Care Professional III 2-3 Years Experience $26,369.81 Annual = $12.63 hourly
Semi-monthly / per hour
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
How to Apply:
Applicants must apply at South Mississippi Regional Center, at 218 Graveline Road, Gautier, MS 39553, 228-497-0291, or your local Win Job Center.
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. 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.
For more information, please call Human Resources at (228)867-1428.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21,939.58 - $26,369.81 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Night shift
- Overtime
Work Location: One location
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